Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage] (종묘 [유네스코 세계유산])

16.0Km 2024-07-05

157 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0195

Jongmyo Shrine was the primary place of worship for kings and their queens throughout the Joseon dynasty. The shrine was built at the same time as Gyeongbokgung Palace, under the orders of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty. The shrine is the site of the royal memorial service, called Jongmyo Jaerye, a national event that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period. During the Joseon dynasty, the ritual was held on the first month of a seasonal change and the twelfth month of the lunar year.

Gallery Park Young Sook - Atelier Seoul (박영숙요 (아틀리에서울))

16.0Km 2020-04-23

30, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-7837

Gallery Park Young Sook (Atelier Seoul) is the gallery of the modern potter, Park Young Sook. The gallery displays and sells white porcelain representing the Joseon dynasty, Buncheong ware, and ceramics with modern flavors. As the name implies, the gallery feels more like a showroom than a shop, even though the various items, including flower vases, decorative ceramics, and daily use earthenware are for sale. Queen Elizabeth II of England visited Gallery Park Young Sook during her second visit. The gallery has even expanded, with another branch opening in New Jersey.

Baune Najugomtang(바우네나주곰탕)

16.0Km 2020-10-30

7-1, Yeonmujang, 7-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-902-0540

A restaurant where it's OK to eat alone. The representative menu is beef bone soup. This is a Korean cuisine located in Seongsu-dong, Seoul.

Isae (이새)

16.0Km 2020-04-24

43-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6713-5592

Targetting middle-aged customers and senior citizens, Isae only uses chemical-free fabrics. Natural fabrics and dyeing characterize clothing in Isae along with functional comfort. Both modern and hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) styles are available.

Banjjak Banjjak Binnaneun (반짝반짝빛나는)

16.0Km 2021-03-19

28-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-738-4525

A Traditional Beverages specialty restaurant located in Insa-dong, Seoul. A store selling hand-crafted Korean traditional tea. The most famous menu is green plum tea.

Won Gopchang (원곱창)

16.0Km 2021-03-20

105, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-2934

A place that sells grilled intestines loved by Koreans. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled beef reed tripe/grilled pork intestine. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Rawrow - Kwangjang Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로우로우 광장시장)

16.0Km 2024-04-19

Store #239, Gwangjang Market, 88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Yetchatjip (옛찻집)

16.0Km 2024-03-18

33-1 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-5332

Yetchatjip in Insa-dong offers a variety of teas including ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea), jujube tea, lotus leaf tea, ginger tea, and citrus tea. Their signature dish during the summer is the yennal patbingsu (old-fashioned shaved ice with red beans), topped with sweet red bean and sweet rice cakes, served on finely shaved ice. Additionally, they offer traditional Korean snacks such as grilled rice cake stick, yakgwa (honey cookie), and traditional Korean sweets to accompany the tea.

Insa-dong Chatjip (인사동찻집)

16.0Km 2024-03-15

33-1 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-723-4909

Insa-dong Chatjib is a traditional hanok tea house located in Insa-dong. Here, you can enjoy a variety of traditional teas brewed in-house. One of their signature menu items is the hobak sikhye (pumpkin sweet rice punch). They also offer other options such as jujube tea, ginger tea, and more. Many people visit to enjoy a leisurely time sipping tea in the serene atmosphere of the hanok. Nearby attractions include Ssamzigil and the Seoul Museum of Craft Art, making it a great place to explore together.

Saladaeng Temple (살라댕템플)

16.0Km 2024-03-12

32 Seongsui-ro 16-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Saladaeng Temple is a French fusion restaurant based on Thai cuisine. It is also known for being accessible by boat. Inside, there is an emerald-colored swimming pool, a central Buddha statue, and grand Buddha statues on the walls. The signature menu features Saladaen temple samdan tray (Saladang Temple three layer tray) with dim sum, deep-fried oysters, shrimp tart, salmon, creme brulee, financier, fruits, and more.

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