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Geek Live House (긱 라이브하우스)

Geek Live House (긱 라이브하우스)

12.3Km    2019-03-18

7, Sinchon-ro 10-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Geek Live House is one of the most popular live clubs in Hongdae (Hongik University) area, famous for clubs in Korea. It opened in February 2003 by professional musicians as a venue that focuses on music performances as opposed to dance. The club has state-of-the-art stage, lighting, and audio equipments and is one of the best places in the area to enjoy performances by your favorite music professionals as well as see some of the up-and-coming talents. The club can house over 150 visitors (seats and standing room) and hosts 3-4 live performances each night. The Geek Live House is a lively place to experience the music scene and the club culture of Hongdae (Hongik University) area.

Sosohan Punggyeong (소소한 풍경)

Sosohan Punggyeong (소소한 풍경)

12.4Km    2024-02-20

75 Jahamun-ro 40-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Sosohan Punggyeong is the first restaurant that received the restaurant guide, Blue Ribbon Survey, in Korea. It is located in a renovated house with a courtyard. They offer a course menu featuring appetizers to desserts. One of the signature dishes is the gaji jjim (spicy eggplant soup), a dish made with eggplant and meat. It is recommended to make reservations in advance, as many guests prefer to book ahead.

Zaha Museum (자하미술관)

Zaha Museum (자하미술관)

12.4Km    2021-03-09

46, Changuimun-ro 5ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-395-3222

Located in Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Zaha Museum is the highest art gallery in Seoul. Reaching the museum involves a bit of an uphill walk, but the breathtaking scenery that includes Bugaksan Mountain and Inwangsan Mountain makes it worth the effort.

Opened on March 1, 2008, the two-story museum exhibits experimental works of young artists. There are two exhibition halls and a small garden on the second floor with a great view of the mountains.

Jungin Myeonok Main Store (정인면옥 본점)

Jungin Myeonok Main Store (정인면옥 본점)

12.4Km    2024-03-15

1F, 10 Gukhoe-daero 76-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2683-2615

Jungin Myeonok, situated near Yeouido Hangang Park, is a culinary destination specializing in Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles). The restaurant offers two types of naengmyeon: the traditional Pyeongyang naengmyeon, which combines buckwheat with starch for a chewier texture, and sunmyeon, crafted purely from buckwheat. Both varieties are served in a deep, flavorful meat broth, complemented by the springy texture of the noodles, providing an authentic and satisfying dining experience.

Dream Forest Art Center (꿈의숲 아트센터)

Dream Forest Art Center (꿈의숲 아트센터)

12.4Km    2025-01-15

173, Wolgye-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Dream Forest Art Center, located in Gangbuk, Seoul, is operated by the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts. Composed of two performance venues (Performance Hall and Concert Hall), alongside with Sang Sang Tok Tok Art Gallery and Dream Gallery, there are also a Chinese restaurant, cafe and an observatory deck available for all visitors to enjoy.

Buam-dong (부암동)

Buam-dong (부암동)

12.4Km    2024-03-15

Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1807

Buam-dong is a village located north of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is designated as a development-restricted zone due to its proximity to the Cheong Wa Dae, preserving the old neighborhood's appearance. There are numerous bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and small galleries housed in renovated traditional houses, making it a delightful place for a leisurely stroll. The nearby hiking trails connected to Bugaksan Mountain offer a tranquil journey through the forest, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Sanullim 1992 (산울림1992)

Sanullim 1992 (산울림1992)

12.4Km    2024-03-15

60 Seogang-ro 9-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

This Korean bar and restaurant serves Korean dishes with nearly 200 types of traditional Korean liquor on offer, including makgeolli (unrefined rice wine), refined rice wine, and distilled liquor. Its food menu includes bean curd with stir-fried kimchi, ox knee soup (soup made by boiling down calcium-rich ox knee), and cabbage wraps with soy sauce braised pork. The signature menu here, however, is “Bansang,” set menus of the customer's choice ranging from No. 1 to No. 5 served on a round dining table. Each number has a different pricing and composition, but all offer new and unique flavors. The savory and crispy cheese and potato pancake goes perfectly with tangy omija makgeolli.

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

12.4Km    2024-03-04

63, Jahamun-ro 40-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-391-7701

Whanki Art Museum exhibits the works of Kim Whanki (1913-1974), the pioneer of Korean abstract art. Kim was inspired by traditional features such as Korean mountains and streams, the sky, moons and clouds, the white porcelain and traditional patterns, and worked to express them in abstract forms through points, lines, and surfaces. The main collection features nearly 300 works by Kim. One can also find an art shop and a café.

Yeouido Park (여의도공원)

12.4Km    2024-04-08

68, Yeouigongwon-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Yeouido Park is a large recreational area located on Yeouido Island in the central part of Seoul. It was once originally covered with black asphalt, and people frequented the place for bicycling and roller-skating. The construction began in 1997 and opened officially in February 1999. It is now the place where many people in the city come to rest and enjoy strolling around, playing sports, and cultural events.

I am A burger (Hongdae Branch) (아이엠어버거 (홍대점))

I am A burger (Hongdae Branch) (아이엠어버거 (홍대점))

12.4Km    2017-02-21

13, Wausan-ro 30-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

I am A burger serves handmade style hamburgers where customers can choose buns and patty options of their preference.