Oncheonjip Ikseon (온천집 익선)

12.6Km 2023-08-07

31-8 , Donhwamun-ro 11na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

A restaurant with a pond and garden in the courtyard for the feel of old hanok style architecture, visitors can enjoy a meal with a view of the pond anywhere in the restaurant. The white gravel floor looks like a snow covered ground, and the brazier that burns wood daily gives off the mood of real hot springs motel.

Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony (수문장 교대의식)

12.6Km 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.

Cheongwadae Sarangchae (청와대사랑채)

12.6Km 2025-07-11

45 Hyoja-ro 13-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-723-0300

Cheongwadae Sarangchae is a space where visitors can learn about Korean culture and the history of former Korean presidents. Visitors can view the hidden stories of Cheongwadae and feel the charms of touring in Korea.

Gyeongbokgung Palace Jagyeongjeon Tea Ceremony (경복궁 자경전 다례체험행사)

12.6Km 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.

Cheong Su Dang Bakery (청수당 베이커리)

12.6Km 2023-08-31

31-9, Donhwamun-ro 11na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-507-1318-8215

Cheong Su Dang Bakery is a large hanok bakery cafe that combined six hanok houses into one with a garden. Visitors can relax in a forest-like setting within the city. Various desserts are available including a special present package. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as time moves slower with the calmness.

Dokkaebi Bulgogi (도깨비불고기)

12.6Km 2024-03-12

38 Eulji-ro 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2269-1538

Dokkaebi Bulgogi is a Korean restaurant located near Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Cheonggyecheon Stream, and Dongdaemun Gate. Its main menu features Korean-style barbecue made with beef and pork. In addition to dishes like galbi jjim (braised galbi) and pajeon (green onion pancake), they also offer simpler options such as galbitang (galbi soup), jjigae (stew), and naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles).

Sunmine Haengbok Gejang Dongdaemun (순미네행복게장 동대문)

12.6Km 2024-03-12

3FL, 38, Eulji-ro, 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2268-2059

Sunmine Haengbok Gejang is exclusively dedicated to Korean-style kkotgejang (soy sauce marinated blue crab) and shrimp dishes. Gejang is a Korean favorite dish made by marinating blue crabs in soy sauce and other seasonings. The restaurant offers also saeu jang (soy sauce marinated shrimp) and fried shrimp. In addition, one can exlpore Dongdaemun and Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) nearby, enriching the cultural experience.

Kanghodong Baekjeong Dongdaemun(강호동백정 동대문)

12.6Km 2020-12-18

38 Eulji-ro 43-gil Jung-gu Seoul
+82-2-2278-7379

It is located near Dongdaemun Market. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is marinated grilled ribs.

Olive Young - Hawangsimni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 하왕십리점)

12.6Km 2024-06-27

1F, 331, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (동대문역사문화공원)

12.6Km 2024-11-27

281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park is a park established on the former site of the Dongdaemun Stadium. It serves as a thematic park showcasing the history and culture of Seoul, while also providing a space to experience modern design and culture. During the park's development in 2008, numerous artifacts from the Joseon dynasty, including The Two Floodgates, the Chiseong Castle, Military Training Agency, and over 1,000 relics from the Joseon era, were excavated. Alongside the park, there is the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and the Relic area.

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