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Bosingak Belfry (보신각 터)

7.1Km    2024-03-04

54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-2641

Bosingak Belfry is also known as Jonggak. It was the site in which a large bell, used to keep the time in Seoul, was found during the Joseon period (1392-1897). Bosingak Belfry was burned down during the Korean War (1950-1953) and was reconstructed in 1979. The original bell was moved to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, and a new bell was forged in 1985. At midnight, January 1, the bell at the Bosingak Belfry is rung to welcome the new year. Many people gather around the belfry to make a wish for their new year.

Park's BBQ (박사네갈비)

7.1Km    2021-03-19

14-5, Insadong-gil , Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-7305

A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Insa-dong, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled Korean beef sirloin. A restaurant where you can enjoy the highest-quality Korean beef.

Matborae Jeukseok Tteokbokki (맛보래즉석떡볶이)

7.1Km    2021-03-19

9, Insadong, 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-720-4831

A spicy rice cakes specialty restaurant located in Insa-dong, Seoul. The most famous menu is stir-fried rice cake with cheese. Jjajang tteokbokki is also delicious.

Olive Young - Jonggak Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 종각)

7.1Km    2024-04-18

45, Sungkyunkwan-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Zorro: Actor-Musician(조로: 액터 뮤지션)

7.1Km    2025-05-21

서울특별시 종로구 대학로12길 64 (동숭동)

Hanju Kitchen System [Tax Refund Shop] (한주주방아울렛)

7.1Km    2024-04-22

932, Yangjae-daero, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Garak Mall National Bakery Festival (가락몰 빵축제 전국빵지자랑)

7.1Km    2025-04-18

932 Yangjae-daero, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3435-0286

During the festival, renowned bakeries from across Korea gather in Seoul, offering visitors a chance to taste the best-baked goods from different regions of Korea. Visitors cannot only enjoy the regional twist on bakery goods but also participate in various fun events, including a magic bubble show, bakery coupon giveaways and a chance to win some baked products. The festival is perfect to enjoy with friends and family while savoring a variety of flavors under the same roof.

Manjok Ohyang Jokbal City Hall (만족오향족발 시청)

7.1Km    2024-03-12

134-7, Seosomun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-753-4755

Located close to City Hall station, Manjok Ohyang Jokbal specializes in jokbal (braised pigs' feet). The restaurant has been recognized for its quality by being included in the 2023 Michelin Guide. It is recommended to try jaengban guksu (jumbo sized buckwheat noodles) and riceballs, which are perfect for pairing with pork feet. Deoksugung Palace, Seoul Plaza, and Namdaemun Gate are nearby, so visiting them will enrich one's cultural experience. 

Ijo (이조)

7.1Km    2021-03-26

8, Insadong 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-7610

Galbijjim (braised short ribs) is a traditional Korean menu of ribs seasoned with soy sauce. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is braised short ribs.

Choryuhyang (초유향)

7.1Km    2017-11-23

24-10, Dadong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

This restaurant's feature items are its Samseon-nurungjitang, Dongpayuk, and Seafood Galbi. Seafood is plentiful in the Samseon-nurungjitang, making for a delicous soup base to which nicely browned rice is added later. When the browned rice is added to the soup base, a loud crackling noise is heard, which signals the beginning of a delicious meal.