Gwangjang Market (광장시장)

1.3Km 2024-07-08

88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2267-0291

Gwangjang Market was the first permanent market in Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. The name Gwangjang means "to gather from afar and keep altogether." The market began as a small trading center that brought in goods from nearby regions, but has now grown into a large wholesale market selling a variety of goods, including upholstery, imported goods, groceries, dried fish, traditional goods, and more. The most popular section of the market is the food street connected to the East Gate, North Gate 2, and South Gate 1. The food street caters to a wide range of patrons due to the plethora of menus available. It is also one of the most recommended tourist attraction for international travelers.

On The Spot - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (온더스팟 명동점)

1.3Km 2024-04-18

37-4, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Stylenanda Flagship Store - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스타일난다플래그쉽스토어 명동)

1.3Km 2024-06-27

37-8, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Hamcho Ganjanggejang (함초간장게장)

1.3Km 2024-03-11

27, Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-318-1624

Situated in Myeongdong Street, Hamcho Ganjanggejang specializes in ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab). Their signature dish, ganjang gejang, is made by marinating blue crab in soy sauce and is a favorite among Koreans. Saeu jang (soy sauce marinated shrimp) and other seafood dishes (abalone, octopus, etc.) are also a must-try. In addition, the traditional Korean side dishes are so tasty that the restaurant never runs out of customers.

The Saem - Myeong-dong Branch (No. 1) [Tax Refund Shop] (더샘 명동1호점)

1.3Km 2024-04-16

41, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Bunni Studios Optical - Myeongdong Branch (바니스튜디오 안경(명동역점))

1.3Km 2024-04-02

21 Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Bunni Studios is an optical store geared toward the younger generation, offering quality glasses and color contact lenses. The staff are able to provide service in a range of foreign languages, including English, Japanese, and Chinese. Bunni Studios collaborates with popular lens producers, and offers over 500 types of lenses. Shoppers can also have products delivered to their hotel within Seoul if they shop does not have the item in stock. International tourists can make tax-free purchases.

Buchon Yukhoe (부촌육회)

1.3Km 2024-03-04

200-12 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Buchon Yukhoe is a renowned restaurant located in Gwangjang Market's Beef Tartare Street, selected by the Michelin Guide in 2023. It specializes in yukhoe (beef tartare), a Korean-style raw beef dish marinated with sesame oil and pear. The restaurant uses fresh Korean beef supplied daily, ensuring a delightful and nutty flavor. The simple seasoning enhances the natural taste of the ingredients, and the yolk-topped yukhoe adds visual appeal to the dish.

Åland - Myeong-dong Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에어랜드 명동본점)

1.3Km 2024-06-27

40, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Innisfree - Myeong-dong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 명동역)

1.3Km 2024-04-18

2F, 43, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Dami Porridge (다미죽)

1.3Km 2024-03-11

38, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-5077

Located in Myeongdong Street, Dami Porridge focuses on porridge. Their delectable porridges are made with a variety of seafood including abalone as well as mushrooms. Porridge is easy to digest and full of nutrients, so it's recommended for when you're not feeling well.

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