Nammun Tobang (남문토방)

7.0Km 2019-05-07

73-5, Namdaemunsijang-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-778-6727

This restaurant offers customers loach soup in Gyeongsang-do style and fried loach. Smoked duck shabu shabu and vegetables, as well as Smoked duck casserole are also a good choice.

Jeonju Hoegwan (전주회관)

7.0Km 2019-08-31

32-1, Sejong-daero 14-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
82-2-778-6689

Well-known among both Koreans and foreigners, this restaurant has been specializing in traditional Korean dishes for more than 50 years. Its gopdol bibimbap is patented and also the most popular dish in the restaurant.

Larva Town (라바타운)

7.0Km 2022-12-23

1, Gyeonghuigung 1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4609-6492

Larva Town is divided into areas of three different themes: TUBAn Yard, TUBAn Goods, and Cafe Wingcle. TUBAn Yard greets visitors with animation character Larva dressed up as a gatekeeper from the Joseon dynasty along with other amusing sculptures that serve as excellent props for taking souvenir photos. The yard is open to public, welcoming any passerby to stop by and relax. As for TUBAn Goods, the shop is filled with character merchandise targeted towards consumers of diverse age range. Featured characters include TUBAn's iconic Larva, Dinocore, and Wingcle. After looking around TUBAn Yard and TUBAn Goods, visitors can stop by Cafe Wingcle where they can enjoy a cup of coffee with dessert surrounded by adorable Wingcle and friends.

Deoksugung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (덕수궁 왕궁수문장교대의식)

7.0Km 2025-07-11

99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-737-6444

Deoksugung Palace has held a guard changing ceremony since 1996 after thorough historical research by leading historians. The ceremony, which is held in front of Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace, is a tradition similar to the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace and offers a rare opportunity to experience royal culture. The royal gate is opened and closed at pre-determined times, and the gatekeepers in charge of guard duty and patrols hold a shift ceremony three times a day.

The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a highly recommended event for tourists. It is held three times a day, with each ceremony following the same procedure and lasts for forty minutes to an hour, and the ceremony is free of charge. There are no ceremonies on Mondays as well as on severely cold or hot days.

As the ceremony begins, the changing of the guards commences replete with traditional musical instruments, and exchanges a password for verification. An eight-minute guard ceremony ensues, followed by a seven-minute change ceremony, and finally a patrol that completes the ceremony. The procedure takes a dramatic turn when 18 guards in six official positions beat a drum and bellow some orders.

The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony is a great opportunity to experience a rare traditional scene. The guards’ splendid costumes, with their brilliant primary colors, are a pleasure to view. Once the ceremony is over, visitors can take pictures with the gatekeepers.

Perbacco (페르바코)

7.0Km 2024-09-11

30 Neungdong-ro 16-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Perbacco is a Venetian style pub, better known as a chicchetteria. The pub offers lesser-known Italian snack fare from Venice, with their main dish being cicchetti, flat slices of bread piled with various ingredients, usually focusing on seafood.

Shinsegae Duty Free Shop - Myeong-dong Branch (신세계면세점 명동점)

7.0Km 2017-06-13

77, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Opened in May 2016, the Shinsegae Duty Free Store in Myeong-dong offers culture, tourism, and shopping on the 8-12 floors of the main branch of Shinsegae Department Store. The shops sell famous international brands as well as top Korean brands for a global shopping experience. The store is located nearby popular tourist attractions N Seoul Tower and Namdaemun Traditional Market, making it easy to enjoy tourism and shopping in one location.

Shinsegae Duty Free Shop - Myeong-dong Branch Handicraft Store (신세계면세점 명동점 수공예품 매장)

7.0Km 2016-10-11

77, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Korea Craft and Design Foundation Handicraft Store located within the giftshop of Shinsegae Duty Free Shop Myeong-dong Branch sells handcrafted everyday props and cultural crafts. Dedicated to the concept of "Artisans, and Artists," the store introduces young artists as well as famous handicraft masters along with their masterpieces of diverse genre in the world of Korean arts and craft.

Sungkok Art Museum (성곡미술관)

7.0Km 2021-02-10

42, Gyeonghuigung-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-7650

Sungkok Art Museum was founded in 1995 by the Korean corporation Ssangyong to promote Korean art. The gallery offers a special exhibition featuring modern artworks of Korean artists, as well as competitions and sponsorships to develop Korean art. In addition to the main building, there is an annex, as well as a tea house and art shop.

ROYAL INDIAN RESTAURANT (로얄인디안)

7.0Km 2021-03-29

42, Dongil-ro 22-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-466-8809

This is where a local Mexican chef personally does the cooking. This Indian (cuisine) restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is curry.

Wangsol Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (왕솔약국)

7.0Km 2024-04-22

36, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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