Innisfree - Myeong-dong Chungmu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 명동충무) - Area information

Innisfree - Myeong-dong Chungmu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 명동충무)

15.9Km 2024-04-16

28-1, Myeongdong 8na-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Deoksugung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (덕수궁 왕궁수문장교대의식)

15.9Km 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.

Miromiro - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (미로미로 건대)

15.9Km 2024-04-22

123, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Gaehwa (개화)

15.9Km 2021-03-26

52-5, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-776-0508

Located a short walking distance away from Myeong-dong's Chinese Embassy, Gaehwa boasts 50 years of tradition as the 3rd Chinese restaurant chain in Korea. Gaehwa's jajangmyeon (noodles in black bean sauce) and palbochae (stir-fried seafood and vegetables) are extremely popular. This is a great place for a quick meal, as it serves plenty of food at affordable prices. Gaehwa has been using the same traditional cooking style and unchanging service values to create a comfortable atmosphere like visiting home.

Olive Young - Myeongdongdaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 명동대로)

15.9Km 2024-04-18

1F, 120, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Mouse Rabbit (마우스래빗)

15.9Km 2024-10-18

10, Neungdong-ro 11-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

SUPER JUNIOR Yesung
SUPER JUNIOR’s Yesung, who loves coffee, opened this cafe with her younger brother. It is also called 'Yesung Cafe' and is visited by domestic fans as well as foreign customers. Yesung serves himself, and it is decorated like a hideout. The cafe building, which consists of the first basement floor and the second floor above ground, catches the eye with a different theme for each floor. Ssamanko Smoothie and Icy Blue Smoothie are popular menu items.

Olivine Spa (올리바인 스파)

15.9Km 2024-12-10

4-1 Tongil-ro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Chosen as one of the 25 recommended wellness tourist destinations by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, Olivine Spa operates a luxury spa and a beauty & slimming center in downtown. The spa also provides professional pre-natal and post-natal massage, body shape care, and various beauty programs in partnership with Seran General Hospital and Olivium (a postpartum care center). Olivine Spa provides massages by top-tier therapists in the industry who will relieve fatigue and eliminate toxins accumulated through daily life. They will help your body become healthier and more balanced, ensuring customer satisfaction. Furthermore, Olivine Spa uses Swiss premium brands Les Nouvels Aroma and Darphin in their programs. Its beauty & slimming center provides customized consulting and various beauty-related medical programs in partnership with medical staff at Seran General Hospital.

Maratantanmyeon (마라탄탄면)

15.9Km 2021-03-24

49, Myeongdong, 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-70-7762-5858

This is a Chinese restaurant that you cannot experience elsewhere. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is dandan noodles.

Majanghosu Lake (마장호수)

15.9Km 2024-10-29

365 Gisan-ro, Gwangtan-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Majanghosu Lake is a beautiful location for friends and families to spend time together in nature. The lake features a 3.6-kilometer-long lakeside walking path and a 220-meter-long suspension bridge. Park facilities include a cafe overlooking the lake, forest campground, and canoeing.

Kaist Optical Shop [Tax Refund Shop] (카이스트안경)

15.9Km 2024-04-22

49, Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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