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Yakiniku Myeongdong X Poongmi (야끼니꾸명동풍미)

Yakiniku Myeongdong X Poongmi (야끼니꾸명동풍미)

6.3Km    2021-03-19

21, Myeongdong, 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-779-2233

A place frequented by not only Koreans but also by many foreigners as a representative restaurant serving delicious food in Myeong-dong. This restaurant's signature menu is rib eye steak. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Myeongdong Haeseon Hanubang (명동해선한우방)

Myeongdong Haeseon Hanubang (명동해선한우방)

6.3Km    2021-03-26

21, Myeongdong 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-778-5566

A great place for group dinners and gatherings. This restaurant's signature menu is spicy braised seafood. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Gyeongbokgung Palace Jagyeongjeon Tea Ceremony (경복궁 자경전 다례체험행사)

Gyeongbokgung Palace Jagyeongjeon Tea Ceremony (경복궁 자경전 다례체험행사)

6.3Km    2020-03-12

161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-3210-4683

This traditional tea ceremony experience takes place at Jagyeongjeon Hall in Gyeongbokgung Palace every Saturday and Sunday. Participation is by reservation on a first come, first serve basis.

The ceremony includes a tea culture demonstration and experience, making honey cakes, traditional etiquette introduction, and lectures related to tea culture. To participate in the tea ceremony, download the application form from the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation website and submit the form through email.

Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

6.3Km    2025-07-11

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3210-1645

In the Joseon dynasty, the royal guards of the palace were gatekeepers who were responsible for guarding the the main gates of Gyeongbokgung Palace as well as the main gates of the city such as Heunginjimun Gate and Sungnyemun Gate. The royal guards worked in shift duties and were in charge of opening and closing Gwanghwamun Gate. Before the royal guard system was enforced in 1469, the palace gates were protected by soldiers of the central army. The Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony held at Gyeongbokgung Palace and the Gwanghwamun area reenacts the guard-changing procedure that took place during the Joseon dynasty, along with the reproduction of costumes and weapons, based on historical records.

NOBIZIB (너비집)

NOBIZIB (너비집)

6.3Km    2021-03-24

37-8, Myeongdong, 9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-756-4084

This restaurant is famous for spicy Galbijjim (braised short ribs). This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is spicy braised short ribs.

Myeongdong Theater (명동예술극장)

Myeongdong Theater (명동예술극장)

6.3Km    2021-06-09

35, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-1644-2003

Myeongdong Theater is an exclusive theatrical performance center, located in what was originally the National Theater of Korea. From 1934 to 1973, the National Theater of Korea pioneered Korean arts and culture, serving as a movie theater, performance hall and art theater. Though it closed its doors in 1975, it was reopened on June 5, 2009 after 3 years of renovation under the name of Myeongdong Theater. The exterior of the theater was left untouched, while the interior was completely updated for a modern design. The theater has a mid-sized performance hall with state-of-the-art stage equipment and a seating capacity of 588 seats. The close proximity of the seats and the stage offers great views as well as allows the audience to share the passion of the performers on stage. The theater presents a range of performances such as theatrical plays, experimental plays, non-verbal performances, and musicals. In addition, the place is a popular venue for diverse events like acting contests, theater festivals and performance festivals.

Samjeongjip (삼정집)

Samjeongjip (삼정집)

6.3Km    2021-03-18

92, Gangseo-ro 56-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3662-8040

A barbecue specialty restaurant located near Balsan Station in Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled Korean beef. A restaurant often featured on TV shows.

Korea Beauty Festival (코리아뷰티페스티벌)

Korea Beauty Festival (코리아뷰티페스티벌)

6.3Km    2024-05-23

35 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6000-4356

The Korea Beauty Festival is a full-on K-beauty festival geared towards international visitors, with participation of many tourism and beauty organizations. Visitors can enjoy K-beauty experiences and discounts ranging from hair and make-up to fashion and even medical and wellbeing themes.

Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원)

Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원)

6.3Km    2024-12-04

62 Ichon-ro 72-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0551

Ichon Hangang Park is built along the Hangang Park in Yongsan. From the park, one can see the Hangang River up close, and one can also find sports facilities like soccer fields, jokgu fields, inline skating rink, water sports facilities, bicycle paths, as well as a nature learning center built around a restored wetland and a lawn. One can follow the Hangangdaegyo Bridge to enter into the Nodeulseom Island, an island in the middle of the river.

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This park was featured in the TV series "Sisyphus: The Myth" as the setting where Seo Hae (played by Park Shin-hye) reflected on bittersweet memories with her father. Its expansive grounds make it an ideal spot for leisure activities such as walking, picnicking, and cultural events.

Åland - Myeong-dong Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에어랜드 명동본점)

Åland - Myeong-dong Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에어랜드 명동본점)

6.3Km    2024-06-27

40, Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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