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National Folk Museum of Korea (국립민속박물관)

National Folk Museum of Korea (국립민속박물관)

9.5Km    2019-03-19

37, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea presents historical artifacts that were used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past. Through the displays, visitors can learn about the domestic and agricultural lifestyles, as well as Korea’s cultural beliefs.

The National Folk Museum of Korea has three permanent exhibitions and two special exhibitions as well as a library, souvenir shop, and other subsidiary facilities.

National Folk Museum of Korea Children’s Museum (국립민속박물관 어린이박물관)

National Folk Museum of Korea Children’s Museum (국립민속박물관 어린이박물관)

9.5Km    2019-03-18

37, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3704-4540, 4524

The Children’s Museum is a hands-on experience museum run by the National Folk Museum of Korea. A variety of visual aids and assembly models allow children to touch and feel pieces and experience folk history in an interactive way. The theme of the exhibitions consists of folk clothing, food, shelter, social life, and entertainment. The museum has a number of interactive spaces including a table set for an ancestral ritual, magnet miniatures depicting a baby’s first birthday, and an area where young visitors can build a folk house. Young learners can also create an avatar wearing in Hanbok, make kimchi using visual aids, or play gonu (a traditional board game). The museum also collects, preserves, and maintains relics and historical items related to youth and youth culture.

The Great Full Moon Festival  (정월대보름 한마당)

The Great Full Moon Festival (정월대보름 한마당)

9.5Km    2025-02-05

37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3704-3106

The National Folk Museum is celebrating the first full moon of the Lunar new year, Jeongwol Daeboreum. A variety of experiences are prepared to eliminate bad luck and pray for prosperity and health. The event provides a chance for locals and tourists alike to learn more about the traditional culture of Korea.

Aritaum - Yeongdeungpo-gu Office Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리따움 영등포구청)

9.5Km    2024-04-18

Store #244, 126, Dangsan-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Golmok Daejang (골목대장)

Golmok Daejang (골목대장)

9.5Km    2021-03-25

1-8, Dangsan-ro, 32-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2671-7573

It is a place where you can grill various parts of pork. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled pork belly. This Others restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Thimbloom - Gyeongbokgung Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (팀블룸2호점 경복궁)

Thimbloom - Gyeongbokgung Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (팀블룸2호점 경복궁)

9.5Km    2024-04-18

1F, BF (Nuha-dong), 46, Pirundae-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Hwang Seonsaeng (황선생)

Hwang Seonsaeng (황선생)

9.5Km    2021-03-18

19-2, Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-744-3301

This is a Asian restaurant located in Daehak-ro, Seoul. Try a variety of Thai dishes. The best menu at this restaurant is pad Thai.

CU - Dongsoong Art Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu동숭아트점)

9.5Km    2024-06-26

114, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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ASSITEJ International Summer Festival (아시테지 국제여름축제)

ASSITEJ International Summer Festival (아시테지 국제여름축제)

9.5Km    2024-07-09

114 Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-745-5863

ASSITEJ International Summer Festival is Korea's largest performing arts festival aimed at introducing theater to children. Started in 1993, the festival has continued to grow each year, including many performances from overseas groups to delight children and adults alike.

Haesim (해심)

Haesim (해심)

9.5Km    2021-03-25

1-2, Dangsan-ro, 36-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2631-7890

It is a place where you can enjoy various types of fresh sashimi. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is pollack soup.