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Ganghan Sikdang (강한식당)

Ganghan Sikdang (강한식당)

6.9Km    2021-03-25

30, Daerim-ro, 23-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-834-8855

It is a place where you can enjoy a variety of unique Chinese dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is boiled dumpling. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Sagyejinmi - Myeongdong Branch (사계진미 명동)

Sagyejinmi - Myeongdong Branch (사계진미 명동)

6.9Km    2021-09-03

37, Myeongdong8na-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3789-6939

This is a Korean cuisine located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. A restaurant where you can try Korean BBQ chicken. The representative menu is Spicy Stir-fried Chicken.

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

6.9Km    2024-03-04

63, Jahamun-ro 40-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-391-7701

Whanki Art Museum exhibits the works of Kim Whanki (1913-1974), the pioneer of Korean abstract art. Kim was inspired by traditional features such as Korean mountains and streams, the sky, moons and clouds, the white porcelain and traditional patterns, and worked to express them in abstract forms through points, lines, and surfaces. The main collection features nearly 300 works by Kim. One can also find an art shop and a café.

Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

6.9Km    2025-07-11

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3210-1645

In the Joseon dynasty, the royal guards of the palace were gatekeepers who were responsible for guarding the the main gates of Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as the main gates of the city such as Heunginjimun Gate and Sungnyemun Gate. The royal guards worked in shift duties and were in charge of opening and closing Gwanghwamun Gate. Before the royal guard system was enforced in 1469, the palace gates were protected by soldiers of the central army. The Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony held at Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Gwanghwamun area reenacts the guard-changing procedure that took place during the Joseon dynasty, along with the reproduction of costumes and weapons, based on historical records.

Gyeongbokgung Palace Jagyeongjeon Tea Ceremony (경복궁 자경전 다례체험행사)

Gyeongbokgung Palace Jagyeongjeon Tea Ceremony (경복궁 자경전 다례체험행사)

6.9Km    2020-03-12

161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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This traditional tea ceremony experience takes place at Jagyeongjeon Hall in Gyeongbokgung Palace every Saturday and Sunday. Participation is by reservation on a first come, first serve basis.

The ceremony includes a tea culture demonstration and experience, making honey cakes, traditional etiquette introduction, and lectures related to tea culture. To participate in the tea ceremony, download the application form from the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation website and submit the form through email.

KATSUYA (가쯔야)

KATSUYA (가쯔야)

7.0Km    2021-03-18

46, Dadong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-772-9023

This Japanese cuisine is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is pork cutlet. A restaurant serving Japanese-style pork cutlet.

Myeongdong Yeongyang Center (명동 영양센터)

7.0Km    2024-03-11

52, Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-2015

Myeongdong Yeongyang Center specializes in roasted chicken and ginseng chicken soup. The jeongi gui tongdak (rotisserie chicken) is light and juicy with just the right amount of fat, and the crispy skin is excellent. The vinegar-marinated radishes are a must-have side dish. Samgye tang (ginseng chicken soup) is also the signature dish of the restaurant. The lunch special, Tongdak set menu (Roasted chicken set menu), features roasted chicken, chicken soup, nutritional bread, and vegetables, offering a satisfying ensemble.

Mugyodong Geujip (무교동그집)

Mugyodong Geujip (무교동그집)

7.0Km    2021-03-18

8, Namdaemun-ro 9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-319-0075

This Korean cuisine is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is assorted savory pancakes. A great store to visit on a rainy day.

Yeonbyeon Naengmyeon 2hojeom (연변냉면 2호)

Yeonbyeon Naengmyeon 2hojeom (연변냉면 2호)

7.0Km    2021-03-25

4, Dorim-ro, 31-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-844-8836

It is a place serving naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle) using Chinese-style broth. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is cold buckwheat noodles.

HiKR Ground (하이커 그라운드)

HiKR Ground (하이커 그라운드)

7.0Km    2025-08-29

40 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Located inside the Korea Tourism Organization Seoul Center, HiKR Ground is a Korean tourism publicity center where visitors can experience K-pop and view media art at the same time. The name "HiKR Ground" embodies the meaning that Korea (KR) will greet ("Hi") global tourists and become a playground. Notably, it provides Korean tourism content in multiple ways for the younger generation to enjoy. On the first floor, there is a space to enjoy various media arts through the large media screen HiKR Wall, where visitors can see "Landscape of the New City" by media artist Lee Lee-nam, and Korean tourism videos submitted by global hallyu fans. On the second floor, visitors can make their own K-pop music videos using the XR Live Studio. At the window facing the restored Cheonggyecheon Stream, there is a  mesmerizing artwork called ''North Wall'' by installation artist Suh Do-ho. On the third and fourth floors, visitors can get immersed in Korean local tourism through various arts, experiences, and exhibitions.

[Notice of Full-day Closure and Program Suspension]
Due to ongoing construction at HiKR Ground, all floors are closed as follows:
- Period: September 1 – 4, and 15, 2025
- The information desk, which operates year round, is closed during this period
- Café Knotted on 5F operates as usual
- From September 1 to 15, all programs are suspended due to space rental (including regular programs, experience programs, and docent tours).  
- From September 5, Game Culture Festival is taking place at HiKR Ground. Visitors are encouraged to join.