Kumho Museum of Art (금호미술관)

1.2Km 2020-06-11

18, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-720-5114

The Kumho Museum of Art was opened to celebrate the diversity of art. The museum displays new pieces of art from promising new artists and accomplished artists every year. The museum first opened its doors in Gwanhun-dong in 1989, but moved to a larger area in 1996 where it stands today. The Kumho Museum of Art stands on the east side of Gyeongbokgung Palace. The museum is surrounded by other cultural and folk museums. The B1 floor features artwork of new artists while the 1st and 2nd floors feature project exhibitions and invitation exhibits. About once a year foreign artists are invited to display their art in the museum. There are official invitation exhibitions of seven artists yearly. These are artists who have strongly influenced Korean art. On the 3rd floor of the museum is a small concert hall, also known as Kumho Recital Hall. Although the capacity is only 171 people, all concerts are executed with professional care. On the 1st floor there is a coffee shop and an art shop. The coffee shop and art shop remain open on days the museum is closed.

Hotel Prince Seoul (서울프린스호텔)

1.2Km 2021-03-25

130, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-752-7111

Hotel Prince Seoul is located at the front of the Myeong-dong shopping district, and within a convenient distance from Namdaemun and Dongdaemun Markets, making the hotel a great place to stay for businessmen and shopping tourists alike. Right outside the hotel is Namsan Park, perfect for walking or jogging. In addition to the clean guestrooms, the hotel has a restaurant and business room facilities for small gatherings. The hotel's conference room is complete with a projector and screen for business presentations, with a computer and printer free to use. A shuttle bus operates between Incheon International Airport and the hotel for the convenience of all guests.

Maeumeul Damanaemyeon (마음을담아내면)

1.2Km 2021-03-19

79, Yulgok-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-7768

This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul. Also well-known for steak and stir-fried ingredients over rice. The best menu at this restaurant is noodles.

Lee Ri-Ja Hanbok Museum (이리자 한복전시관)

1.2Km 2022-08-08

20, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-9477

The Lee Ri-Ja Hanbok Museum displays the traditional clothing worn in Korea from birth to death. All hanbok displayed at the museum are created by the hanbok designer Lee Ri-Ja herself, who has over 40 years of experience.

Myeongdong Guesthouse Como (명동게스트하우스 꼬모)

1.2Km 2024-12-23

12 , Toegye-ro 24-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-5437

Como is a guesthouse in Jongno-gu, Seoul, just 3-minute’s walk away from Myeongdong Station on Line 4. Como is particularly popular with foreign travelers: staff are fluent in English and Chinese, and luggage storage is free of charge. Rooms come in different sizes to cater from single travelers to family groups, and all have a separate bathroom and toilet. Must-see local sights such as Namsan Seoul Tower, Sungnyemun Gate, and Namdaemun Market are easily reached by car or bus.

EW Spao - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (EW 스파오 명동)

1.2Km 2024-04-17

15, Myeongdong 8na-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Insa Art Space (인사미술공간)

1.2Km 2021-02-26

89, Changdeokgung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-760-4722

Insa Art Space was established in 2000 to support artists who are experiencing financial difficulties. In 2005, Art Space started to develop artistic projects and in 2006, the gallery began to provide project consultations, and publishing and marketing, to develop into a stronger self-sufficient gallery. Currently, the gallery provides special exhibitions for artists and independent curators.

The Story of King Sejong (세종이야기)

1.2Km 2022-09-13

jiha 175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-399-1000

The Story of King Sejong comprises six different sections with a total area of 3,200 square meters. The museum consists of exhibition zones, an event space, video room, shop and more to display King Sejong’s scientific, artistic, military, and political contributions, including the theory of Minbon, which recognized the people as the base of politics. King Sejong, the 4th king of the Joseon dynasty (1397-1450, reigning from 1418-1450) was responsible for some of the most brilliant achievements in the history of Korea, including the creation of Hangeul (Korean alphabet) and great advancements in the areas of science, culture, art and politics.

Baengnyeon Tojong Samgyetang (백년토종삼계탕)

1.2Km 2021-03-24

41, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-747-5535

This is the place featured on the Michelin Guide. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is ginseng chicken soup.

Mimosa [Tax Refund Shop] (미모사)

1.2Km 2024-06-27

33, Namdaemun-ro 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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