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Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

10.7Km    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.

Buam-dong (부암동)

Buam-dong (부암동)

10.7Km    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.

Chammanna (참만나)

Chammanna (참만나)

10.7Km    2019-04-24

441, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-974-1500

This galbi restaurant is located in Taereung where the popular dish, Taereung Pork Galbi originated. The restaurant is equipped with their original charcoal roasters that release less smoke and smell when grilling pork or beef galbi at the table.

Daepojjimdak - Sinchon Branch (대포찜닭 신촌)

Daepojjimdak - Sinchon Branch (대포찜닭 신촌)

10.7Km    2021-03-22

27-1, Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-325-6633

A place where you can enjoy jjimdak (stewed chicken) with various toppings loved by Koreans. The best menu at this restaurant is braised chicken. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul.

Zaha Museum (자하미술관)

Zaha Museum (자하미술관)

10.7Km    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.

Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi Makguksu (춘천집닭갈비막국수)

Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi Makguksu (춘천집닭갈비막국수)

10.7Km    2024-03-20

1, Yonsei-ro 5ga-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-325-2361

Located near Shinchon station, Chuncheonjip Dakgalbi Makguksu’s most popular dish is Dakgalbi, which is prepared by marinating boneless chicken in spicy red pepper paste and stir-frying it with various ingredients in a large cast iron pan.  Patrons have the option to ppyeo eomneun dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried boneless chicken), cheese dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken and cheese), and maeundakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken) as preferred. For an extra tasty treat, one can add an assortment of noodles and vegetables to the chicken as it cooks. After fhinishing the chicken, ordering rice to stir-fry in the pan to soak up the extra flavorful sauce is a must-try.  

Dakbalmeogeun Saeu Sinchon Direct(닭발먹은새우 신촌직영)

Dakbalmeogeun Saeu Sinchon Direct(닭발먹은새우 신촌직영)

10.7Km    2020-11-20

8-3 Yonsei-ro 5ga-gil Seodaemun-gu Seoul
+82-70-8977-7000

This is a place that sells chicken feet with adjustable spice levels. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is chicken feet.

Najugomtang&Oudon (나주곰탕&오우돈)

Najugomtang&Oudon (나주곰탕&오우돈)

10.7Km    2021-03-30

19, Sinchon-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-336-6824

It is a place where you can eat a variety of Korean dishes. The best menu at this restaurant is Naju beef bone soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

Olive Young - Sinchon Yeonse-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌연세)

Olive Young - Sinchon Yeonse-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신촌연세)

10.7Km    2024-04-18

37, Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Wecle - Yeouido Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (위클 여의도)

10.7Km    2024-04-18

Store #B119, B1 (Yeouido-dong), 16, Gukjegeumyung-ro 8-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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