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Ilmin Art Museum (일민미술관)

Ilmin Art Museum (일민미술관)

3.6Km    2022-09-27

152, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Ilmin Art Museum located in former Dong-A Newspaper Building, was formed in honor of their honorable and late CEO Kim Sang-man. The museum was established in December of 1996, and with a full renovation in 2001, large exhibition hall and Ilmin collection was placed in. Through the renovation, the combination of glass and steel made Artrium aimed to become one of the best comtemporary museum, connecting the museum to the streets of Gwanghwamun. 

 This museum boasts a large Ilmin collection. There are 430 pieces of Ilmin collection from Goryeo dynasty (918-1392) to present, 1,200 pieces in the Donga Newspaper's collection of art, and 100 pieces of art owned by Hyundai Corporation. The Ilmin Collection mostly consists of pieces that Kim Sang-man collected from ceramics to aesthetic paintings. The Dongah Newspaper's collection has time-relevant pieces that are important in history.

HiKR Ground (하이커 그라운드)

HiKR Ground (하이커 그라운드)

3.6Km    2025-06-18

40 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Located inside the Korea Tourism Organization Seoul Center, HiKR Ground is a Korean tourism publicity center where visitors can experience K-pop and view media art at the same time. The name "HiKR Ground" embodies the meaning that Korea (KR) will greet ("Hi") global tourists and become a playground. Notably, it provides Korean tourism content in multiple ways for the younger generation to enjoy. On the first floor, there is a space to enjoy various media arts through the large media screen HiKR Wall, where visitors can see "Landscape of the New City" by media artist Lee Lee-nam, and Korean tourism videos submitted by global hallyu fans. On the second floor, visitors can make their own K-pop music videos using the XR Live Studio. At the window facing the restored Cheonggyecheon Stream, there is a  mesmerizing artwork called ''North Wall'' by installation artist Suh Do-ho. On the third and fourth floors, visitors can get immersed in Korean local tourism through various arts, experiences, and exhibitions.

We Ride (위라이드)

3.6Km    2023-07-28

40 , Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

"The best way to tour Seoul"
With WeRide's certified tour guides, travelers can experience unforgettable memories by riding an electric bicycle to attractions hidden all over Seoul. The tour takes 2 hours and 30 minutes, and participants can safely tour around Seoul with a professional guide. The fun of electric bicycles adds to the joy of the guide's story of Korean culture. If there are guests who cannot ride bicycles, they can use electric rickshaws. There is also a bicycle rental service for bicycle riders traveling in Korea.

Chuseok Agricultural Specialty Products Seoul Market (추석 농수특산물 서울장터)

Chuseok Agricultural Specialty Products Seoul Market (추석 농수특산물 서울장터)

3.6Km    2024-09-04

12 Eulji-ro 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2133-6658

Chuseok Agricultural Specialty Products Seoul Market is held at Seoul Plaza, providing Seoulites with the opportunity to purchase high-quality agricultural specialty products from across the nation in one location.

Four Seasons Charles H. (포시즌스호텔서울 찰스.H)

Four Seasons Charles H. (포시즌스호텔서울 찰스.H)

3.6Km    2024-03-15

97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

This bar is named after the legendary American writer Charles H. Baker. It is inspired by speakeasy bars, which were bars hidden from sight during the Prohibition period, so its door blends into the surrounding walls. So, when one steps into the space, it is like stepping into a secret hangout. A cover charge of 10,000 won gives patrons a welcome drink, finger foods, and snacks. The menu is inspired by cocktails that Charles H. Baker had across the world, such as New York City, Mexico, Shanghai, Cuba, and Tahiti. It won 7th place in Asia’s 50 Best Bars list and 42nd place in the World’s 50 Best Bars list. The ambience is relaxed, and attentive services ensure that you can have a comfortable time here.

Olive Young - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 두타)

Olive Young - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 두타)

3.6Km    2024-04-19

4F-51, Doosan Tower Bldg., 275, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Arirang 331 - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리랑331 두타)

Arirang 331 - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아리랑331 두타)

3.6Km    2024-04-18

4F-028, 275, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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National Geographic - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (내셔널지오그래픽 두타)

National Geographic - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (내셔널지오그래픽 두타)

3.6Km    2024-04-18

B1F #05, 275, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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CK - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (CK 두타)

CK - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (CK 두타)

3.6Km    2024-04-22

147, Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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Mensa - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MENSA 두타)

Mensa - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MENSA 두타)

3.6Km    2024-04-22

147, Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

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