King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

6.2Km 2024-03-08

56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-8851

King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.

Aritaum - Hankuk Univ. of Foreign Studies Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 외대역)

6.2Km 2024-04-18

25, Hwigyeong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Yeogiga Jokenne (여기가좋겠네)

6.2Km 2021-03-29

18, Hoegi-ro 19-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-968-9112

A store featured in Korean gourmet programs. The best menu at this restaurant is Spicy Braised Chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul.

Olive Young - Donam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 돈암점)

6.2Km 2024-06-27

39, Dongsomun-ro 22-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Korea University Ice Skating Rink (고려대학교 아이스링크)

6.3Km 2020-04-24

145, Anam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3290-4243

The indoor ice-skating rink is located in Korea University in Anam-dong in the Seongbuk-gu district of Seoul. This Olympic size rink welcomes guests all year long.

Olive Young - Kyung Hee Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경희대)

6.3Km 2024-04-18

2, Kyungheedae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Bonghwasan Mountain - Seoul (봉화산 (서울))

6.3Km 2022-09-14

Sinnae-ro 21-gil, Jungnang-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2094-2353

Bonghwasan Mountain (alt. 160 meters) in Jungnang-gu, Seoul offers scenic views of Buramsan, Dobongsan, and Namsan mountains. From the mountain, hikers can even see as far as the Yangju area of Gyeonggi-do Province to the north. Officially designated a “neighborhood park” in July 1977, Bonghwasan Mountain has a variety of convenience facilities, not least of which is the beacon tower of Achasan Bongsudae (remolded in 1994) perched on the mountain summit. Also near the summit is Sansingak Shrine, which is the site of the annual Bonghwasan Dodanggut (Intangible Cultural Property of Seoul), a shamanistic rite performed on the third day of the third lunar month.

Homeplus - Sinnae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 신내)

6.3Km 2024-04-23

201, Sinnae-ro, Jungnang-gu, Seoul

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Korea Furniture Museum (한국가구박물관)

6.3Km 2024-10-29

121 Daesagwan-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

The Korea Furniture Museum, located on a hill in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, is a special museum that displays items related to Korea's traditional living culture. The museum exhibits wooden furniture made in the late Joseon dynasty by material (persimmon tree, maple tree, paulownia tree, zelkova tree, pine tree, papers, etc.), by the type of space (men’s quarters, women’s quarters, kitchen, etc.), and by regional characteristics. It also exhibits interior decorations, flower walls, chimneys, and yards, as well as ten traditional Korean houses.
This museum operates through a guided tour (maximum of 20 people per group) only, suitable for showing Korea's housing culture that harmonizes furniture and nature. The old household items, “furniture,” are displayed in rooms outside glass storage boxes, allowing visitors to experience a beautiful traditional culture.
Since it was selected as the official luncheon venue for the spouses of leaders of 20 countries at the 2010 G20 Seoul Summit, there has been a steady stream of state guests and worldwide celebrities, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, the German President, the Prime Minister of Hungary, the Prime Minister of Singapore, the King and Queen of Belgium, the King of Sweden, the head of the IMF, and movie stars Brad Pitt, and Victoria Beckham.

In addition, it was selected as the "most beautiful museum in Seoul” by CNN in 2011. The museum also served as an interview location for BTS members, who are receiving global attention. As such, it is attracting attention as a representative tourist destination in Seoul and a cultural space preferred by government ministries and companies. Tours require reservations, which can be made through the website.

Bugakjeong Isang Galbi (북악정(이상갈비))

6.3Km 2020-04-28

6, Pyeongchang 36-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-394-2340

Bugakjeong Isang Galbi is an oasis located in the middle of the city. The restaurant has been known for its marinated galbi (served with a wide variety of side dishes) since the beginning of its impressive history of over 30 years. For the comfort of its diners, the grounds also include a free lounge.

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