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Insa-dong (인사동)

Insa-dong (인사동)

9.4Km    2024-05-17

62, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-0222

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes.

The galleries are the heartbeat of Insa-dong. There are about 100 galleries in the area offering every example of traditional Korean fine art from paintings to sculptures. The most famous galleries are Hakgojae Gallery, which functions as the center of folk art, Gana Art Gallery, which promotes many promising artists, and Gana Art Center.

The teahouses and restaurants are the perfect complement to the galleries. They are hidden deep within the twisting alleyways, making it feel like a treasure hunt. The shops in Insa-dong are very popular among all age groups, because each one is unique.

Every Saturday from 14:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, the main street is blocked to vehicular traffic and it becomes a cultural space. Stores set up booths outside and Korean candy merchants and fortune teller stalls can easily be found; there are traditional performances and exhibits as well. Insa-dong is especially popular among international tourists. This is where they can experience and see traditional Korean culture first-hand, and also purchase pieces of fine art.

Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

9.4Km    2020-04-23

34-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-9969

Uncles - Daehakro Branch (엉클스 대학로)

Uncles - Daehakro Branch (엉클스 대학로)

9.4Km    2021-03-19

12, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-8845-8493

A spicy rice cakes specialty restaurant located in Daehak-ro, Seoul. The most famous menu is stir-fried rice cake. You can choose a variety of toppings.

Samhyeongje Jjukkumi - Daehangno Branch (삼형제쭈꾸미 대학로)

Samhyeongje Jjukkumi - Daehangno Branch (삼형제쭈꾸미 대학로)

9.4Km    2021-03-24

68, Dongsung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-763-1204

This is a restaurant serving jjukumi (webfoot octopus), which has been featured in the gourmet program. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled pork belly. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

D. Festa: Daehakro Street Performance Festival (대학로 거리공연축제)

D. Festa: Daehakro Street Performance Festival (대학로 거리공연축제)

9.4Km    2025-06-16

1, Daehak-ro 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-741-4188

Started in 2015, Daehakro Street Performance Festival provides various performances including plays, dances, mimes and more. The festival aims to provide hope and changes in daily life through diverse performances.

The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울)

The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울)

9.4Km    2024-07-22

108 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

The Hyundai Seoul, an ultra-modern flagship store, is located in the heart of Seoul, the center of globally trending K-content. Under the slogan of "Echoes for the Future," The Hyundai Seoul presents the vision for a happier tomorrow and standards for new life. Featuring an innovative design of spaces, global content curation, and, even, futuristic technologies, The Hyundai Seoul is the most prominent new global landmark in Seoul. At The Hyundai Seoul, the latest global trends in interior and architectural design can be witnessed from encounters with novel materials, the balance between planes and lines, and creative interior design filled with light. As soon as one steps into The Hyundai Seoul, the Sounds Forest and Waterfall Garden welcome them with open arms. This incredible piece of nature encountered in such a high-tech structure designed for the future is amazingly beautiful. A vast 3,306-square-meter indoor garden with natural grass and sunlight falling through the glass ceiling located some 20 meters high delivers echoes of a forest to all visitors. Art is a language in the broadest category that can be felt and empathized with without speaking. A large 595-square-meter three-dimensional exhibit instantaneously and overwhelmingly stimulates inspiration as soon as one enters. Inspiration for better lives and communication for culture start here. An artwork by Studio Swine designed with a message from nature - Unite & Shine, STUDIO SWINE - and appreciated by the audience that feels and enjoys it meets with high-end brands on the Exclusive Label (1F) floor.

Zorro: Actor-Musician(조로: 액터 뮤지션)

9.4Km    2025-05-21

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 64 (동숭동)

Fairmont Ambassador Seoul (페어몬트 앰배서더 서울 (Fairmont Ambassador Seoul))

Fairmont Ambassador Seoul (페어몬트 앰배서더 서울 (Fairmont Ambassador Seoul))

9.4Km    2024-11-07

108 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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In the drama, an incident occurred during a wedding ceremony held at this hotel, and it is the place where Youngwoo visited to investigate. It is a 5-star luxury hotel with 308 rooms, and it is very impressive to see the skyline and view of Seoul. As it is close to Hangang Park as well as Hyundai Department Store and IFC Mall, it is the perfect place to stay, relax and enjoy shopping at the same time.

Seoul Museum of History (서울역사박물관)

Seoul Museum of History (서울역사박물관)

9.4Km    2025-01-17

55 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Seoul Museum of History covers everything about Seoul's history and culture from the prehistoric era to modern times, focusing especially on the Joseon era. The museum aims to raise cultural awareness and build a strong bond within the community by collecting, preserving, researching, and displaying artifacts and materials related to Seoul as well as promoting the city's history and culture to an international audience.

Seoul Dance Festival (서울무용제)

Seoul Dance Festival (서울무용제)

9.4Km    2021-08-11

7, Daehak-ro 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-744-8066

Seoul Dance Festival started in 1979 and is a representative dance festival in Korea, introducing Korean dance, modern dance, ballet and other genres of creative dance performance. The festival offers performances by dance troupes from all over Korea and specially invited performing arts groups from abroad, as well as university students majoring in dance and performing arts.