Ilmin Art Museum (일민미술관)

3.9Km 2022-09-27

152, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Ilmin Art Museum located in former Dong-A Newspaper Building, was formed in honor of their honorable and late CEO Kim Sang-man. The museum was established in December of 1996, and with a full renovation in 2001, large exhibition hall and Ilmin collection was placed in. Through the renovation, the combination of glass and steel made Artrium aimed to become one of the best comtemporary museum, connecting the museum to the streets of Gwanghwamun.

This museum boasts a large Ilmin collection. There are 430 pieces of Ilmin collection from Goryeo dynasty (918-1392) to present, 1,200 pieces in the Donga Newspaper's collection of art, and 100 pieces of art owned by Hyundai Corporation. The Ilmin Collection mostly consists of pieces that Kim Sang-man collected from ceramics to aesthetic paintings. The Dongah Newspaper's collection has time-relevant pieces that are important in history.

Gwanghwamun Seokgalbi (광화문석갈비)

3.9Km 2021-05-25

136, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-318-6288

It is a restaurant frequently used as a place for group dinners by office workers. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled ribs on a hot plate. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Laderach SFC (레더라 SFC)

3.9Km 2021-03-29

136, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3789-3245

It is a Swiss chocolate shop. The best menu at this restaurant is chocolate drink. This cafe is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Sungmin town (성민촌)

3.9Km 2021-04-13

71, Yeouinaru-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-6262

This is a 20-year-old shabu-shabu restaurant. This restaurant's signature menu is shabu-shabu. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Seoul Papyrus [Tax Refund Shop] (서울파피루스)

3.9Km 2024-04-19

136, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

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GRANDHAND. Seochon (그랑핸드 서촌)

3.9Km 2023-08-21

14-2, Jahamun-ro 4-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Lauched in 2014 at a small hanok in Bukchon Hanok Village, Korea perfume brand now has six stores around Seoul as well as a cafe brand KOMFORTABLE. With no adversements or online sales, GRANDHAND has preserved its roots for over 7 years. GRANDHAND. Seochon located between Gyeongbokgung Palace and various art museums has customers of all ages and nationalities.

Hwangudan Altar (환구단)

3.9Km 2020-05-07

112, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3396-5842

Hwangudan Altar, also called Hwandan Altar, refers to an altar complex for the rite of heaven. The rites were first performed in the Goryeo dynasty by King Seongjong in the first month of 983 (2nd year of his reign), but was repeatedly adopted and abolished, and eventually stopped at the start of the Joseon dynasty.

Then in 1456 (2nd year of King Sejo), the practice was temporarily standardized and the rites were performed at Hwangudan Altar again in 1457. However, rites were again abolished in 1464 (10th year of King Sejo). It wasn’t until 1897 (34th year of King Gojong) when the Joseon dynasty was renamed as the Korean Empire and King Gojong ascended to emperor, that the rite was revived.

Now, Hwangungu Shrine and three stone drums stand at the location of the former altar complex. The three stone drums symbolize the instruments used for the rites. The shrine was completed in 1899, two years after the altar was started in 1897. Today, the Hwangungu Shrine still stands within the hotel grounds of the Westin Chosun Hotel.

Frisbee - Gwanghwamun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (FR광화문점(금강 프리스비))

3.9Km 2024-04-16

1F, 8, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Tongin Market (통인시장)

3.9Km 2025-06-19

18 Jahamun-ro 15-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Tongin Market dates back to June 1941, as a public market set up for Japanese residents near the Hyoja-dong neighborhood when Korea was still under Japanese rule. After the Korean War, the nation experienced a swift rise in population, which led to a natural increase in consumption and demand. As a result the area’s street vendors and stores used the former Tongin Market area as their marketplace. Now, Tongin Market consists of 75 stores, most of which are restaurants and grocery stores. There are also some shops selling manufactured goods like underwear and shoes.

Hangang Paradise (한강파라다이스)

3.9Km 2024-03-25

252 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-447-3333

Hangang Paradise is a renowned Italian restaurant nestled in Yeouido Hangang Park. It offers a diverse menu featuring items such as steak, pizza, dongaseu (pork cutlet), and bulgogi deopbap (stir-fried bulgogi served with rice), with the tenderloin steak being the standout dish. Guests can savor their meals while enjoying the picturesque views of the Hangang River. Additionally, Hangang Paradise operates a quay for duck boats, adding to its allure as a favored destination for those visiting the Hangang River area.

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