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Korea House (한국의집)

Korea House (한국의집)

4.8Km    2024-10-28

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Korea House was opened in 1981. It is a traditional Korean building that introduces the culture and lifestyle of Koreans, where you can experience traditional architecture and a classical atmosphere. The building was built in the style of the Joseon Dynasty's Jagyeong-jeon building at the Gyeongbok Palace. It is the only building built in the traditional architectural style. You will feel its antiquity as you enter the building.

It is divided into the Haerin-gwan (a space for people to get acquainted with each other), the Traditional Theater, and three annex buildings (Munhyang-ru, Nokeum-jeong and Cheongwu-jeong). At Haerin-gwan, you can enjoy traditional music at Garak-dang and try traditional food at Sohwa-dang. In the square of Garak-dang you can view a traditional wedding (on the weekends) or people playing folk games. Also, at the Traditional Theater, about 156 seats are available, and in the afternoons Human Cultural Assets or members of the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts and the National Corps members present traditional music and dances. Sinayui, Salpuri, Pansori, the Drum Dance and the Bongsan Mask Dance are the most popular programs for foreigners. The programs are all explained in English and Japanese.

In the Cultural Gift Shop you can view various crafts made by traditional craftsmen. It is always open and the crafts are for sale as well. There are pottery, ceramics, golden crafts, knots and embroidery etc; approximately 500 pieces of artwork made by craftsmen from 20 different fields. Next to the House of Korea is the Namsan-gol Hanok Village where visitors can explore traditional houses.

Korea House (한국의집)

Korea House (한국의집)

4.8Km    2024-03-05

10 Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2266-9101

Located in the center of Seoul, Korea House is a must-visit tourism spot as a high-end cultural complex offering Hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), traditional refreshments, traditional performance arts, and traditional weddings, allowing visitors to feel the beauty of Korean culture and the taste of Korea. Guests can also enjoy the elegant beauty of hanok.

Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

Korea House Café & Art Shop (한국의집 사랑 카페앤아트샵)

4.8Km    2021-06-30

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2270-1190

Korea House Café & Art Shop strives to promote traditional crafts and culture through handmade traditional Korean products. They also play an important role in the production of traditional crafts globally.
The shopwares are created using traditional patterns, designs, and sculptural aesthetics in accordance with craftsmanship that has been passed down for generations. Visitors can also learn more about the culture of Korean crafts at the shop. They also offer counseling for traditional wedding ceremonies.

Olens - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 건대)

4.8Km    2024-04-18

224, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Namsangol Hangawi Festival Samsamorak (남산골 한가위축제 삼삼오락)

Namsangol Hangawi Festival Samsamorak (남산골 한가위축제 삼삼오락)

4.8Km    2024-10-02

28 Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6358-5533

Namsangol Hangawi Festival Samsamorak is a traditional culture event that takes place every year during the Chuseok holiday period. Through the festival, visitors of all ages and nationalities can enjoy various culture programs for free at Namsangol Hanok Village in the heart of Seoul.

World Pansori Festival (월드판소리페스티벌)

World Pansori Festival (월드판소리페스티벌)

4.8Km    2025-07-30

28 Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-904-2835

World Pansori Festival is an international music festival that aims to promote pansori, the traditional Korean epic chant, and its values. The festival consists of a variety of performances and concert programs based on its yearly theme. In addition, the festival also has interactive activities for the attendees, such as a free pansori lesson and arts-and-crafts, to make pansori and traditional Korean music more accessible to the public.

Olive Young - Tower Palace Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 타워팰리스)

Olive Young - Tower Palace Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 타워팰리스)

4.8Km    2024-04-18

1F SEI Tower, 39, Eonju-ro 30-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Amourex Hotel

Amourex Hotel

4.8Km    2020-06-25

19, Wangsimni-ro 20-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2292-7634

Amourex Hotel is for both business travelers and tourists. It takes 20 minutes by car to Seoul’s major attractions such as Dongdaemun market, Myeongdong, and the Seoul City Hall. It is also close to Wangsimni Subway Station (line 1). The hotel offers comfortable guestrooms and services. The hotel’s Japanese Restaurant provides an upscale atmosphere for successful business meetings.

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

4.8Km    2024-04-17

410, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Beanpole - Tower Palace Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (빈폴 타워팰리스)

Beanpole - Tower Palace Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (빈폴 타워팰리스)

4.8Km    2024-04-18

26, Eonju-ro 30-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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