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Alternative Space Loop (대안공간 루프)

Alternative Space Loop (대안공간 루프)

5.3Km    2021-01-22

20, Wausan-ro 29na-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-1377

Alternative Space Loop (also known as the “Loop”) is one of few alternative space in Korea, opened in February, 1999. It is a non-profit gallery that provides exhibition space and support programs for young and promising artists, and is currently being supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service. Since opening, many exhibitions and performances are held every year, and the space has also engaged in diverse international exchanges such as Tirana Biennale and was invited to the Gwangju Biennale as an alternative art space in 2002.

Halmaejip (할매집)

Halmaejip (할매집)

5.3Km    2017-02-01

1-5, Sajik-ro 12-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-2608

Not like usual Gamjatang (pork back-bone stew), Halmajip’s Gamjatang uses only bean sprout and leek to make a refreshing soup taste along with red pepper powder, for a spicy flavor.

ABC-Mart - Hongdae Hongik-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 GS홍대홍익로)

ABC-Mart - Hongdae Hongik-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 GS홍대홍익로)

5.3Km    2024-04-23

13, Hongik-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Sejong Village Food Street (세종마을 음식문화거리)

5.3Km    2025-06-17

Chebu-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Previously known as Geumcheongyo Market, it was officially named Sejong Village Food Street in 2011, as King Sejong was born in this village. The street is full of lively energy and features both long-standing restaurants, also known as nopo in Korean, and recently established trendy eateries. Its convenient location and inviting atmosphere make it a popular place to visit.

Sanullim 1992 (산울림1992)

Sanullim 1992 (산울림1992)

5.3Km    2024-03-15

60 Seogang-ro 9-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

This Korean bar and restaurant serves Korean dishes with nearly 200 types of traditional Korean liquor on offer, including makgeolli (unrefined rice wine), refined rice wine, and distilled liquor. Its food menu includes bean curd with stir-fried kimchi, ox knee soup (soup made by boiling down calcium-rich ox knee), and cabbage wraps with soy sauce braised pork. The signature menu here, however, is “Bansang,” set menus of the customer's choice ranging from No. 1 to No. 5 served on a round dining table. Each number has a different pricing and composition, but all offer new and unique flavors. The savory and crispy cheese and potato pancake goes perfectly with tangy omija makgeolli.

CU - Changjeon Forest Road Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu창전숲길점)

5.3Km    2024-06-27

25, Wausan-ro 32-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Sungkok Art Museum (성곡미술관)

Sungkok Art Museum (성곡미술관)

5.3Km    2021-02-10

42, Gyeonghuigung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-7650

Sungkok Art Museum was founded in 1995 by the Korean corporation Ssangyong to promote Korean art. The gallery offers a special exhibition featuring modern artworks of Korean artists, as well as competitions and sponsorships to develop Korean art. In addition to the main building, there is an annex, as well as a tea house and art shop.

Olive Young - Sinchondaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌대로)

Olive Young - Sinchondaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌대로)

5.3Km    2024-04-18

121, Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Daiso - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다이소 신촌)

Daiso - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다이소 신촌)

5.3Km    2024-04-22

90, Sinchon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Artbox - Seogyo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 서교)

Artbox - Seogyo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 서교)

5.3Km    2024-04-18

#101, and #103, 19, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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