Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage] (종묘 [유네스코 세계유산]) - Area information - Korea travel information

Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage] (종묘 [유네스코 세계유산])

2.2Km    2024-07-05

157 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0195

Jongmyo Shrine was the primary place of worship for kings and their queens throughout the Joseon dynasty. The shrine was built at the same time as Gyeongbokgung Palace, under the orders of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty. The shrine is the site of the royal memorial service, called Jongmyo Jaerye, a national event that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period. During the Joseon dynasty, the ritual was held on the first month of a seasonal change and the twelfth month of the lunar year.

Olive Young - Myeong-dong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 명동역)

Olive Young - Myeong-dong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 명동역)

2.2Km    2024-04-22

127, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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PAULIN - Myeongdon Branch (폴인 명동)

PAULIN - Myeongdon Branch (폴인 명동)

2.2Km    2021-03-19

127, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-888-8957

Souffle pancake is a popular dessert in Korea. The representative menu is souffle pancakes. This is a cafe located in Myeong-dong, Seoul.

Seoul Animation Center (서울 애니메이션센터)

Seoul Animation Center (서울 애니메이션센터)

2.2Km    2022-09-27

10-1 Hoehyeon-dong 2(i)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3455-8341

The Seoul Animation Center was established by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in May 1999 with the aim of providing comprehensive support to Korea’s cartoon and animation industry. The center runs an information desk, offers educational programs, holds events to support new talents and productions, and hosts diverse events and exhibitions.

Ouga (오우가)

Ouga (오우가)

2.2Km    2021-03-19

42, Myeongdong, 8ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-753-7533

A restaurant where you can experience the food culture with lots of Korean side dishes. This Korean dishes is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is leaf wraps and meat set menu.

Yangmiok  (양미옥)

Yangmiok (양미옥)

2.2Km    2020-01-06

62, Chungmu-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2275-8838

Yangmiok takes pride in serving customers dishes prepared with only the finest ingredients. A special sauce made with soy sauce, sugar, chili powder, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger is served with beef dishes upon request.

Olive Young - Myeongdongdaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 명동대로)

Olive Young - Myeongdongdaero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 명동대로)

2.2Km    2024-04-18

1F, 120, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Waryong Park (와룡공원)

Waryong Park (와룡공원)

2.2Km    2020-07-08

192, Waryonggongwon-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-2845

Situated in Myeongryun-dong in Seoul and established in 1984, Waryong Park is located near Malbawi, one of the best overlooks from which to see the city of Seoul. The park is close to natural attractions such as Samcheong Park, Changgyeong Park, and Bugaksan Mountain.

Although it was difficult to grow trees in the park because of the shallowness of the soil, many citizens participated in the nationwide campaign to plant over 10 million trees across the country, transforming places like Waryong into lush areas filled with flowering plants.

In the park, spring blooms forth in a colorful assortment of cherry trees, plum blossoms, azaleas, and forsythias, making it a popular destination for family visitors. There are also a variety of excellent amenities: badminton courts, aerobic fields, fitness facilities, and pavilions, wonderful for exercise, leisurely walks, or simply taking a break.

A famous hiking trail, running between the Seoul Fortress Wall and Samcheong Park, passes right through the park. Flanked by cherry blossoms, the trail attracts nature lovers throughout the year and especially in spring, when the trees are in full bloom. The trail also passes by the Fortress Wall in Bugaksan Mountain.

Euljiro Nogari Alley (을지로 노가리골목)

Euljiro Nogari Alley (을지로 노가리골목)

2.3Km    2024-10-29

129, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-1330

The alley that connects from Euljiro 3(sam)-ga Station, Exit 4 is full of people eating dried young pollack and drinking beers at tables along the street every night. Under the bright lamp lights, plastic tables filled with customers can be seen. The first Nogari pub, Eulji OB Bear, opened in November 1980 to form what is now the Euljiro Nogari Alley. Euljiro also has the largest Printing Alley in the nation, providing printing for almost all books and printed materials across the country. The shift workers would stop by the pub for dried young pollack and cold beer before heading home after work, leading to more restaurants opening nearby until the alley was formed. In the beginning dried young pollack was cooked over a briquet fire and served with red pepper paste, but now, the alley is full of pubs and restaurants serving various types of food, but nothing beats nogari and cold draft beer.  

Rex Hotel (렉스호텔)

2.3Km    2021-03-03

23, Toegye-ro 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-751-3191

Lex Hotel is a suitable accommodation for business trips. It is also great for shopping, due to its convenient location by Namdaemun Market, Seoul Station, and Myeong-dong, as well as Korea's major shopping malls like Lotte and Shinsegae Department Stores. The hotel has 110 rooms, offering a view of downtown Seoul. It is also equipped with convenient amenities and restaurants that are ready to fulfill every guest’s needs. The guestrooms feature a comfortable atmosphere with a simple interior.