Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가) - Area information - Korea travel information

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가)

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가)

10.8Km    2021-09-15

266, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge hanbok shops. Most of the major hanbok and fabric distributors are located here. It offers a wide array of hanbok from traditional hanbok to modernized hanbok in addition to accessories and clothing materials. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is a popular spot among international tourists who want to experience traditional Korean culture and purchase various souvenirs.

PAULIN PANCAKE - Samcheong Branch(폴인팬케이크 삼청)

PAULIN PANCAKE - Samcheong Branch(폴인팬케이크 삼청)

10.8Km    2021-04-15

108, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-8952

This is a cafe located in Jongno, Seoul. The best menu at this restaurant is souffle pancakes. Souffle pancake is a popular dessert in Korea.

Himart - Geumo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 금오점)

Himart - Geumo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 금오점)

10.8Km    2024-04-18

12-23, Geumo-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Bukchon Museum (북촌생활사박물관)

Bukchon Museum (북촌생활사박물관)

10.8Km    2022-08-30

90, Bukchon-ro 5na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-736-3957

The Bukchon Museum displays items that have been collected from Bukchon, a historical village that was once home to the nation’s nobility. The museum was founded to observe urban development that took place in the recent decades through collected and preserved veryday household items that were used by Bukchon residents. Visitors are even allowed to touch items on display to better be able to imagine life in Korea before industrialization.

Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate (창덕궁 인정문)

Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate (창덕궁 인정문)

10.8Km    2025-01-14

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3668-2300

Serving as the main gate of Injeongjeon Hall, Injeongmun Gate was established in 1405 (5th year of King Taejo’s reign during the Joseon dynasty). Later on, the gate was destroyed by multiple fires during the Imjin War (Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592), therefore current form of the establishment displays designs that are more often seen in the late 19th century's. In addition, a lot of subsidary marks and buildings are removed from the original places and relocated passing the time, however, still remains to represent prestigious ambience.

Injeongmun Gate served as the place for several coronation ceremonies of kings, prince's succession of throne, and many other national affairs celebrated by the royal members who gathered and aligned around this gate.

Salgoji Sports Park (살곶이 체육공원)

Salgoji Sports Park (살곶이 체육공원)

10.8Km    2024-03-20

16-18 Sageundong-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Salgoji Sports Park is located along the Joongnangcheon Riverside near Hanyang University. Its name "Salgoji" holds deep historical significance, meaning "the place where an arrow is shot" in Korean. The park features facilities such as an inline skating rink, soccer field, basketball court, and badminton court. There are dedicated bicycle paths and pedestrian walkways around the park. Throughout the year, walking festivals and mini marathons are organized, making it a beloved spot among cyclists. In the summer, an outdoor water playground is operated.

Samcheong-dong Street (삼청동길)

10.8Km    2025-01-22

107 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

It is said that Samcheong-dong was named from the story about the three "cheong" (Chinese character meaning clean) of the area, namely the mountain, water, and people. Another theory is that the origin of the region's name came from Samcheongjeon Hall where three tablets called "Taecheong," "Sangcheong," and "Okcheong," were set up based on Taoism. Samcheong-dong Street features a mixture of old scenes of hanok buildings with traditional beauty and modern scenes of galleries and cafés, creating a unique atmosphere. Visitors can feel the abundant cultural mood at every corner of the street through the art galleries, museums, antique shops, and quiet pathways.

Yeonwoohouse [Korea Quality] / 연우하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

Yeonwoohouse [Korea Quality] / 연우하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

10.8Km    2023-09-12

5-13 , Bukchon-ro 12-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-742-1115

Yeonoo House is a quiet and cozy traditional hanok in Bukchon Hanok Village, Jongno, Seoul. There are two small rooms, each with its own bathroom. Residents can access a superb panoramic view of Bukchon Hanok Village by mounting a ladder up to the roof. As Yeonoo is an old building, careful attention is paid to hygiene management. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Cheonggyeonggung Palace, and Changdeokgung Palace are all nearby.

Seoul Upcycling Plaza (서울새활용플라자)

10.8Km    2024-01-05

49 Jadongchasijang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Saehwaryong is a Korean term for upcycling, a process of redesigning or recycling discarded resources or materials to give them a new value or purpose. Seoul Upcycling Plaza operates upcycling-related exhibitions, upcycling practice education and experience programs, design studios, upcycling stores, workshops, and more. It is a great place to look around for ideas and inspirations on how to use products for longer periods of time. The plaza demonstrates the first step to creating a resource-recycling society.

Eye On Optical - Hanyang Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이온안경 한양대)

Eye On Optical - Hanyang Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아이온안경 한양대)

10.8Km    2024-04-17

#101, 30, Majo-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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