Bosingak Belfry (보신각 터)

14.7Km 2024-03-04

54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-2641

Bosingak Belfry is also known as Jonggak. It was the site in which a large bell, used to keep the time in Seoul, was found during the Joseon period (1392-1897). Bosingak Belfry was burned down during the Korean War (1950-1953) and was reconstructed in 1979. The original bell was moved to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, and a new bell was forged in 1985. At midnight, January 1, the bell at the Bosingak Belfry is rung to welcome the new year. Many people gather around the belfry to make a wish for their new year.

Jjamppong Zizon Jongno (짬뽕지존 종로)

14.7Km 2024-03-15

25 Samil-daero 15-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-725-5161

Jjamppong Zizon is a Chinese restaurant located near Cheonggyecheon Stream. Their signature dish, zizon jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup), combines fresh seafood with a spicy broth enhanced with smoky flavors. They also offer zizon jjajangmyeon (black bean sauce noodles). For those craving extra heat, there are options like jiok jjamppong (extra spicy seafood noodle soup) and jiok jjajang (spicy black bean sauce noodles). Additionally, they serve chapssal tangsuyuk (deep-fried pork in sweet rice batter with sweet and sour sauce), coating pork in chewy sweet rice batter.

Café Dior (카페 디올)

14.7Km 2024-03-18

464 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Café Dior is a café located on the rooftop of “House of Dior,” the flagship store of the luxury brand Dior. It has indoor seats decorated with bling-bling motifs of traditional Korean patterns and terrace seats with an ambience that resemble a resort overseas. The various dessert menus that are almost too pretty to eat are a delight just to look at. Among them, the most recommended menu is the millefeuille citron, which combines layers of crispy millefeuille with a refreshing citrus scent. Caffé latte with the Dior logo “CD” design on the surface is popular as a “‘Dior coffee proof shot” on social media.

Burberry - Cheongdam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (버버리 청담)

14.7Km 2024-04-22

459, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (충무공 이순신 동상)

14.7Km 2024-03-04

175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Statue of Admiral Yi Sun-Shin can be found at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Admiral Yi Sun-shin (1545-1598) was a naval commander who served during the Japanese invasion of Korea (also known as Imjin War: 1592-1598). The undefeated admiral achieved 23 victories against the Japanese navy using innovative tactics, and he is thus considered as one of the greatest generals in the history of Korea. Admiral Yi’s likeness can be found on the 100 won coin.

Cheongdam Fashion Street (청담패션거리)

14.7Km 2022-09-06

Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul-si
+82-2-3445-0111

The street from the Cheongdam Station intersection to Galleria Department Store is lined with luxury brand stores and dubbed as “Cheongdam Fashion Street." Often frequented by celebrities, the area became a popular tourist destination for hallyu fans. Inside the alleys are famous restaurants, and with art galleries and boutiques popping up within the area, the street has gained a reputation as a cultural shopping street.