Jeongdong-gil Road (정동길)

4.3Km 2024-06-19

2-1 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Jeongdong-gil Road is one of Seoul's most famous walking paths, stretching from the intersection in front of Jeongdong Church to Saemunan-gil Road. The street holds importance in Korea's modern history, with the surroundings serving as a living museum of this. During the Joseon dynasty, the area developed into a residental space for distant members of the royal family, with a palace and royal tombs in the area. In 1999, the pedestrian walking area was expanded by turning the two-way road into a one-way road. Since then, the road has earned many awards and honors.

Insa-Dong National Souvenir Center (한국관광명품점(인사동))

4.3Km 2020-11-07

14, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-6529

Operated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and Korea Tourism Association, the National Souvenir Center has strict standards for the brands sold, only allowing those which have won various prizes and passed thorough screening. Shoppers can be assured of high quality and high class products.

Hangang River (한강)

4.3Km 2024-10-29

257 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

The Hangang River is a iconic river in Korea that crosses Seoul from north to south. Various parks and cultural facilities are located along the river, attracting numerous people to enjoy leisure and relaxation. Many people enjoy walking, biking, and jogging along the river. Water sports such as fishing, kayaking, and sailing are also popular, and the night view of the river from a cruise ship makes it even more beautiful. Events such as concerts, drone festivals, and fireworks displays are also a must-see.

Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery (서울아트센터 공평갤러리)

4.3Km 2021-06-19

24, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4214-0070

Opened in 1992, Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery is a 17,791㎡, two-story building with four exhibition halls. It is one of the main galleries of Insa-dong, displaying diverse artwork ranging from Western and Korean paintings to sculptures. Due to the great interest in Korean paintings, 2~3 of the annual long-term exhibitions focus solely on them.

National Souvenirs Center [Tax Refund Shop] (한국관광명품점)

4.3Km 2024-04-23

14, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Harmony Mart - Insa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하모니마트 인사)

4.3Km 2024-04-17

1F (Gwanhun-dong), 38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Seorae Village (서래마을)

4.3Km 2022-12-16

Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2155-6220

Seorae Village is located in between Banpo 4-dong and Bangbaebon-dong in Seocho-gu, Seoul. Seorae Village took its form as a French neighborhood when French residents moved to the area after Ecole Francaise de Seoul, a school for French residents in Korea, was established here in 1985. According to 2008 census, about half of the total 1,000 French citizens residing in Korea were registered to be living in Seorae Village. The area naturally took shape as a global neighborhood as many international residents settled at Seorae Village much thanks to the strong presence of French residents. In addition to its convenient location near the central district area as well as Gangnam area and Hangang River Park, Seorae Village serves as a pleasant environment space for all.

Many shops and restaurants in Seorae Village are small in size and rather charming, resembling those in Europe. A bakery that makes traditional French baguettes using ingredients directly imported from France can be found here. In recent years, Seorae Village has undergone several changes, gaining much attention as one of the most modern and fanciest regions found in Seoul.

Olive Young - Sejong-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 세종로)

4.3Km 2024-04-16

161, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Yeojingop (여진곱)

4.3Km 2021-03-19

430, Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-762-5157

A gopchang (intestine) restaurant located near Nakwon Music Mall. The best menu at this restaurant is beef small intestine hot pot/pork small intestine hot pot. This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul.

Jinmi Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (진미평양냉면)

4.3Km 2024-02-22

305-3 Hakdong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Jinmi Pyeongyang Naengmyeon is a renowned Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) specialty restaurant run by Chef Im Sekwon, who has accumulated years of experience in Jangchung-dong. Its signature dish is the naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), offering a clean broth and chewy noodles. Additionally, they offer menu items such as jeyuk (spicy stir-fried pork), mandu, and bulgogi that complement the noodles perfectly. Renowned to the extent of long queues, it was selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul 2023.

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