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Ahn Junggeun Memorial Museum (안중근의사기념관)

Ahn Junggeun Memorial Museum (안중근의사기념관)

6.1Km    2024-03-06

91, Sowol-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
82-2-3789-1016

The Ahn Junggeun Memorial Museum honors the memory of Ahn Junggeun (1879-1910), an independence activist and soldier who advocated for Korean independence and peace in Asia. He fought against the Japanese to defend the Korean Empire (1897-1910). He was executed in 1910 for assassinating Hirobumi Ito, the Japanese who led the invasion of Korea in 1909, in Harbin, China.

A Moment in Time - Live Caricature & Gallery (시간을 담다)

A Moment in Time - Live Caricature & Gallery (시간을 담다)

6.1Km    2021-03-25

20-1, Samil-daero 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-10-8895-3368

A Moment in Time adds in aspects of Korean traditions, customs, and landmarks like hanbok, Gwanghwamun Gate, and Korean mystical animals into caricature artworks, serving as an excellent souvenir for both locals and travelers. The gallery also offers hands-on programs like coloring caricature and traditional folk art. In addition, original design products from A Moment in Time are also available, making great gifts.

Eunjujeong (은주정)

Eunjujeong (은주정)

6.1Km    2024-03-12

32, Changgyeonggung-ro 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2265-4669

Situated near Gwangjang Market, Eunjujeong focuses on kimchi jjigae. Served wrapped in lettuce, it offers a unique delicacy. They also sell barbecued pork belly, which is grilled in the traditional Korean style. After finishig the meal, it's recommended to take a walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream right in front of the restaurant. Across Cheonggyecheon Stream is Gwangjang Market, which is also worth exploring, enriching the experience of the area.

Myeongdong Guesthouse Como (명동게스트하우스 꼬모)

Myeongdong Guesthouse Como (명동게스트하우스 꼬모)

6.1Km    2024-12-23

12 , Toegye-ro 24-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-5437

Como is a guesthouse in Jongno-gu, Seoul, just 3-minute’s walk away from Myeongdong Station on Line 4. Como is particularly popular with foreign travelers: staff are fluent in English and Chinese, and luggage storage is free of charge. Rooms come in different sizes to cater from single travelers to family groups, and all have a separate bathroom and toilet. Must-see local sights such as Namsan Seoul Tower, Sungnyemun Gate, and Namdaemun Market are easily reached by car or bus.

Woo Lae Oak (우래옥)

6.1Km    2024-03-07

62-29 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2265-0151

Woo Lae Oak is a Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) restaurant established in 1949. Its signature dish is the Pyeongyang naengmyeon, known for their clean and light broth. Alongside the onmyeon (warm noodles), they also serve bulgogi, which complements the warm broth perfectly. The restaurant is renowned to the extent that customers often line up to dine, and it was selected for the Michelin Guide 2023.

Bicena (비채나)

6.1Km    2025-05-20

81F, 300 , Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3213-1261

Bicena provides tasty Korean cuisine available only in Korea in a refined interior.

Lotte World Aquarium [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데월드 아쿠아리움)

Lotte World Aquarium [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데월드 아쿠아리움)

6.1Km    2024-04-22

B1, 300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Diptyque - World Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (딥디크 월드타워점)

6.1Km    2024-04-19

B1, 300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Estée Lauder - World Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에스티로더 월드타워점)

Estée Lauder - World Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에스티로더 월드타워점)

6.1Km    2024-04-19

B1, 300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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La Perva - World Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라페르바 월드타워점)

La Perva - World Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (라페르바 월드타워점)

6.1Km    2024-04-19

B1, 300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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