Alternative Space Loop (대안공간 루프)

7.1Km 2021-01-22

20, Wausan-ro 29na-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-1377

Alternative Space Loop (also known as the “Loop”) is one of few alternative space in Korea, opened in February, 1999. It is a non-profit gallery that provides exhibition space and support programs for young and promising artists, and is currently being supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service. Since opening, many exhibitions and performances are held every year, and the space has also engaged in diverse international exchanges such as Tirana Biennale and was invited to the Gwangju Biennale as an alternative art space in 2002.

Yeonnam-dong (연남동)

7.1Km 2024-03-19

Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Yeonnam-dong, located near Hongik University Station, has become a hot spot in Seoul as young artists and hipsters gather. It is densely packed with art spaces, and every alley is filled with unique concept cafés and many restaurants. There are also many guesthouses, editorial shops, and fashion stores, along with Yeontral Park, which was transformed from the old Gyeongui Line railroad into a park.

Lumi Aeche Eyewear - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (루미애체 압구정)

7.1Km 2024-04-17

867, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Jungnang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 중랑점)

7.1Km 2024-06-28

6, Mangu-ro 32-gil, Jungnang-gu, Seoul

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Hanilkwan Apgujeong (한일관 압구정점)

7.1Km 2024-03-20

14 Apgujeong-ro 38-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Originally opened in Pimatgol Alley (a narrow alley connecting the two main roads of Jongno and Namdaemun-ro, which was frequented by horse riders during the Joseon period) in 1939, Hanilkwan is said to be the originator of Seoul-style bulgogi and has featured multiple times in Michelin Guides. It relocated to Apgujeong when Pimatgol Alley underwent redevelopment. Aside from its main branch at Apgujeong, it also has branches in Yeongdeungpo, Euljiro, Gwanghwamun Gate, and Hanam, Gyeonggi-do. Unlike the more conventional grilled bulgogi, which grills marinated meat on fire, bulgogi here is Seoul-style bulgogi served as a hot pot-like dish. The restaurant also serves other menus like Seoul-style cold buckwheat noodles, galbi soup, and mung bean pancakes.

Amore Seongsu (아모레 성수)

7.1Km 2024-01-05

7 Achasan-ro 11-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Amore Seongsu is an experiential store presented by the cosmetics brand Amorepacific Corporation. The building was renovated from an old car repair shop and presents a unique vibe. Visitors can test products on their skin and purchase products from over 30 brands released by Amorepacific Corporation. Recommended items include the Puzzlewood Hand Cream and Vegan Brush, made using a vegan recipe and a certified-vegan. A pop-up store is operated every month in collaboration with brands from various fields worldwide, providing trendy and extraordinary experiences such as exhibitions and product testing.

Kkupdang Seongsu Main Store (꿉당 성수점)

7.1Km 2024-02-22

1F, 615 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Kkupdang is a pork neck specialty restaurant located near Sinsa Station. Here, you can taste meat quickly grilled on an aluminum grill that is developed in-house and charcoal briquettes. The signature dish is the moksal (grilled pork shoulder) aged for 15 days, and they also offer options like ogyeopsal (grilled skin-on pork belly) and galmaegisal (grilled thin skirt). Renowned for its rich juiciness and tender fat, it's a sought-after dining spot for many.

Tune [Tax Refund Shop] (튠)

7.1Km 2024-06-27

3, Seongsui-ro 7ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Daelim Changgo Gallery (성수동 대림창고 갤러리)

7.1Km 2025-03-18

78 Seongsui-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Daelim Changgo Gallery, which is a landmark in Seongsu-dong, is a red-brick building that was once used as a rice mill in the 1970s. It is now a cafe and art gellery that preserves as much of the original rice mill atmosphere as possible so it exudes fascinatingly vintage vibes, widely loved by young couples.

GS25 - Hongdae Donggyo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25홍대동교점)

7.1Km 2024-06-26

21, Yanghwa-ro 21-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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