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NKDB North Korean Human Rights Exhibition Hall (북한인권전시실)

NKDB North Korean Human Rights Exhibition Hall (북한인권전시실)

13.0Km    2025-11-13

393 Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The NKDB North Korean Human Rights Exhibition Hall is a permanent exhibition space dedicated to North Korean human rights.  Although it is a small space, it resonates deeply and serves as a "dark tourism" site that records and testifies to the ongoing reality of human rights violations in North Korea. The North Korean Human Rights Information Center (NKDB), which operates this exhibition hall, is the organization that collects and archives the most extensive records of human rights concerning North Korean residents in the world. The testimonies and records presented here represent a living history, a story unfolding in the present, unavailable elsewhere. Through donated North Korean artifacts, including these records, visitors can glimpse the present-day North Korea and encounter artwork by North Korean defectors.

Seoul International Writers' Festival (서울국제작가축제)

Seoul International Writers' Festival (서울국제작가축제)

13.0Km    2025-07-30

26 Insadong 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-70-8826-5207

Seoul International Writers' Festival was founded in 2006 with aims to lay a foundation for connecting Korean literature and international literature. This year's theme is "() Meets the Eye," inviting attendees to explore the beauty of literature that is much more than meets the eye.

Templestay Information Center (템플스테이 홍보관)

13.0Km    2022-10-17

56, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Templestay Information Center offers various information and services regarding templestays and temple meals for domestic and international visitors. The center also operates traditional cultural experiences, such as tea time with a Buddhist monk, traditional culture activities and more.

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won (목인박물관 목석원)

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won (목인박물관 목석원)

13.0Km    2021-09-01

46-1, Changuimun-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Mok In Museum Mok Seok Won relocated in 2019 from Insa-dong to Buam-dong. Six exhibition halls offer visitors a look at wooden figures from around the world. Mokin refers to traditional wooden sculptures carved in shapes of human figures or various animals. The museum holds around 12,000 wooden folk sculptures including those used to decorate funeral carriages and temples mostly from the Joseon dynasty up to modern times. The museum also has an outdoor exhibition hall that harmonizes the sculptures with nature.

Spa Lei (스파레이)

Spa Lei (스파레이)

13.0Km    2022-09-19

5, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Situated in Seocho-gu Jamwon-dong, is an exclusive women-only jjimjilbang and sauna that presents a traditional eastern European atmosphere with high-class facilities and a variety of convenient amenities.

The Riverside Hotel (더 리버사이드 호텔)

The Riverside Hotel (더 리버사이드 호텔)

13.0Km    2024-05-09

6, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Located in Jamwon-dong, the transportation hub of Seoul and the center of the Gangnam business area, The Riverside Hotel has outstanding views of the Hangang River and downtown Seoul. The hotel is located a convenient 5-minute walk from Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3). At The Riverside Hotel, guests can enjoy dining, leisure, and culture.

All guestrooms look out on the magnificent nightscape of the Hangang River. Subsidiary facilities include a conference and wedding hall, a top-quality Japanese restaurant, a custom-tailored fitness system, a luxurious spa, an indoor driving range, 24-hour interpretation service, and customer service provided by English and Japanese speaking staff. The beautiful interior decorations and comfort items make a stay in The Riverside Hotel feel like home, perfect for business travelers.

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

13.0Km    2024-12-27

24 UN village 3-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Remodeled from the prevoius Italian Embassy, this restaurant boasts an excellent view of the Hangang River and Lotte World Tower. It is a popular place for dates or birthday parties, requiring a reservation at least a month in advance to sit on the terrace with a view of the Hangang River. Among the recommended menus is the Maison Lunch Set, which offers three courses, including appetizers (such as grilled scallops), pasta, and Korean beef steak. The food is served warm, and the utensils are changed frequently for a pleasant meal. There is a glass greenhouse on the outdoor terrace, so guests can enjoy the Hangang River view regardless of the weather.

Step It Up(스텝잇업)

13.0Km    2025-12-04

서울특별시 중구 마른내로 47 (초동)

Myungbo Art Hall (명보아트홀)

Myungbo Art Hall (명보아트홀)

13.0Km    2025-04-15

47 Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Located in Euljiro 3(sam)-ga, the heart of Seoul, Myungbo Art Hall is a cultural complex that consists of a professional theatre hall. Renovated from Myungbo Theater in 2009, Myungbo Art Hall is equipped with state-of-the-arts lighting and sound equipment that guarantees high-quality theatre experience for the audience. In addition, the hall also has comfortable seats along with other amenities for the audience's convenience. Myungbo Art Hall aims to globalize Korean performance culture by creating a variety of content that incorporate Korean theatre with tourism. This area is also where the house of Admiral Yi Sun-sin was located, which is honored with a memorial plaque listing his accomplishments.

Soonplus Plastic Surgery · Dermatology (순플러스성형외과의원)

13.1Km    2026-01-02

(12th-13th Floors, Mulberry Hills Medical Building), 589 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

At Soonplus Plastic Surgery · Dermatology, we are dedicated to enhancing the unique beauty of each individual through meticulous diagnoses and ongoing research. 

For 25 years, we have quietly pursued the path of true beauty, and now, we are reaffirming our commitment to the principles that have guided us since the beginning.
Our focus is on natural beauty, helping you discover and embrace your own distinctive charm—one that is authentic and not influenced by fleeting trends. 

This unwavering dedication to preserving individuality has been our hallmark for over two decades.
At Soonplus Plastic Surgery · Dermatology, we are committed to continuing this journey with you, bringing out the pure beauty that is uniquely yours.