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Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

285.99963425242294m    18851     2020-04-23

34-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-9969

Amdwaeji Oyangsikgwan (암돼지오양식관)

294.3918562836304m    155     2021-03-19

11, Jong-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-8088

A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Jongno, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled pork belly. Skin-on pork belly is actually the same as grilled pork belly BBQ.

Insa-dong (인사동)

295.7174033297248m    873651     2024-05-17

62, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-0222

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes.

The galleries are the heartbeat of Insa-dong. There are about 100 galleries in the area offering every example of traditional Korean fine art from paintings to sculptures. The most famous galleries are Hakgojae Gallery, which functions as the center of folk art, Gana Art Gallery, which promotes many promising artists, and Gana Art Center.

The teahouses and restaurants are the perfect complement to the galleries. They are hidden deep within the twisting alleyways, making it feel like a treasure hunt. The shops in Insa-dong are very popular among all age groups, because each one is unique.

Every Saturday from 14:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, the main street is blocked to vehicular traffic and it becomes a cultural space. Stores set up booths outside and Korean candy merchants and fortune teller stalls can easily be found; there are traditional performances and exhibits as well. Insa-dong is especially popular among international tourists. This is where they can experience and see traditional Korean culture first-hand, and also purchase pieces of fine art.

Donjon Chamnamu Jangjakgui (돈존참나무장작구이)

323.5535946846512m    90     2021-03-19

8, Jong-ro9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-730-2700

A smoked BBQ restaurant. The representative menu is grilled duck. This Korean cuisine is located near Jonggak Station, Seoul.

Jonggak Hanu (종각한우)

323.5535946846512m    87     2021-03-19

8, Jong-ro 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-733-5613

A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Jongno, Seoul. The most famous menu is assorted grilled Korean beef cuts. A restaurant that's open for group dinners.

Seonbiok (선비옥)

325.03261739788496m    146     2021-03-19

32, Jong-ro 17-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-764-2214

This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul. A restaurant located near Tapgol Park. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled spareribs.

Olive Young - Anguk Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 안국)

329.986488450143m    0     2024-04-17

1F, 45, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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CheongKwanJang - Jonggak Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 종각역)

330.43066527237596m    0     2024-04-22

#102, 95, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Unhyeongung Royal Residence (서울 운현궁)

334.87411480667856m    101123     2024-03-04

464, Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-766-9090

Located near the Gyeongbokgung Palace, Unhyeongung Palace was a residence of royalty in Joseon period. It was the place where Gojong (1582-1919, reign 1864-1907), king of Joseon (1392-1897) and emperor of the Korean Empire (1897-1910), was born in, as well as the place where Heungseon Daewongun (1821-1898), his father, had resided in. Buildings include Noandang Hall, Norakdang Hall, and Irodang Hall. The Royal Residence offers programs like traditional weddings and traditional culture experiences, while the exhibition hall showcases Joseon-era artifacts. 

Gongpyeongdong Kkomjangeo (공평동꼼장어)

334.00500466981185m    54     2021-03-26

29, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-738-1769

It is a place where you can eat in the atmosphere of a cart bar that is often featured in Korean dramas. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled sea eel. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.