National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)

8.4Km 2023-03-24

12, Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3701-7500

The National Palace Museum of Korea displays over 40,000 relics from the Joseon dynasty. With various treasures on exhibit, the museum continues to provide information on the dignity of royal culture and the creativity of royal cultural assets.

Gogung Tteurak (고궁뜨락)

8.4Km 2020-04-17

12, Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-720-0486

Located on the first floor of the National Palace Museum of Korea, Gogung Tteurak consists of a museum shop and a café. It is open from 09:00 to 18:00 during the weekdays and up to 21:00 on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It operates without closing days as of January 1, 2017.

Yoon's Color (윤스칼라)

8.4Km 2019-03-19

12, Wausan-ro 14-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Yoon's Color, previously known as the "Four Seasons House," is located in Sangsu-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul and features props, items, photos and sets from director Yoon Suk-Ho's four seasons’ dramas series. "Autumn in my Heart (2000)," "Winter Sonata (2002)," "Summer Scent (2003)," and "Spring Waltz (2006)" are among some of the most famous Hallyu dramas and capture the theme of pure love through vivid cinematography. The entire house has exhibitions, including in the basement and in the outdoor garden space. Other well-known dramas including "The Snow Queen (2007)" are also promoted here.

Gyeongbokgung Palace (경복궁)

8.4Km 2025-06-19

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3700-3900

Gyeongbokgung Palace was built in 1395 as the official palace of the Joseon dynasty by Yi Seong-gye, the future King Taejo and founder of the new regime. Gyeongbokgung Palace is commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because of its location to the north, comparied to Changdeokgung Palace in the east and Gyeonghuigung Palace in the west. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful and is the largest of all five palaces. Many Joseon kings were crowned here. The premises were once destroyed by fire during the Imjin War (1592-1598). However, all of the palace buildings were later restored under the leadership of Heungseondaewongun during the reign of King Gojong. The assassination of Empress Myeongseong, however, resulted in Gyeongbokgung Palace losing its function as a royal palace, eventually witnessing the downfall of the Joseon dynasty. Gyeongbokgung Palace retains the original Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, a prime example of Joseon architecture, and the Hyangwonjeong Pavilion and pond. The sculptures in the Geunjeongjeon Hall exemplify Joseon-era sculpture techniques. The west side of the area outside Heungnyemun Gate is occupied by the National Palace Museum of Korea, while the eastern side of Hyangwonjeong Pavilion within the Gyeongbokgung Palace is occupied by the National Folk Museum of Korea.

Royal Culture Festival (궁중문화축전)

8.4Km 2024-07-17

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-1522-2295

The Royal Culture festival is held at the five Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine. The festival first began in 2014 and provides visitors with first-hand knowledge of these important cultural heritages through unique performances, exhibitions, experiences and programs. The festival expanded in 2021 to be hosted twice a year, in spring and in fall.

Donsubaek Hapjeong Direct(돈수백 합정직영)

8.4Km 2020-11-20

45 Yanghwa-ro 6-gil Mapo-gu Seoul
+82-2-3144-3104

It is a place where you can taste hot Korean soup dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is rice soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

Oksang Dalbit (옥상달빛)

8.4Km 2017-01-10

2, Wausan-ro 13-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Oksang Dalbit is a popular chicken restaurant in Hongdae with garlic pepper chicken as its specialty. The fried chicken seasoned with garlic and pepper is sprinkled with vodka then set on fire for about 15 seconds. This fire show not only offers fun but also adds a kick of smoky flavor.

PAULIN PANCAKE - Samcheong Branch(폴인팬케이크 삼청)

8.4Km 2021-04-15

108, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-8952

This is a cafe located in Jongno, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is souffle pancakes. Souffle pancake is a popular dessert in Korea.

Glam Eyewear - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (글램아이웨어 홍대)

8.4Km 2024-04-18

2F, 23, Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Samcheong Sujaebi (삼청동수제비)

8.4Km 2024-03-04

101-1 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-2965

Samcheong Sujaebi is a handmade sujebi (hand-pulled dough soup) specialty restaurant located in Samcheong-dong. Sujebi is a dish made by tearing hand-pulled dough into pieces and boiling it in anchovy broth, among other broths. The signature menu features sujebi with sliced pumpkin, clams, and potatoes, all boiled together and served in a pot. Another specialty is the potato pancake made exclusively from 100% potatoes. Nearby attractions include Bukchon Hanok Village, the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, and Gyeongbokgung Palace.

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