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Korea House (한국의집)

Korea House (한국의집)

2.6Km    2025-10-23

10, Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Korea House was opened in 1981. It is a traditional Korean building that introduces the culture and lifestyle of Koreans, where you can experience traditional architecture and a classical atmosphere. The building was built in the style of the Joseon Dynasty's Jagyeong-jeon building at the Gyeongbok Palace. It is the only building built in the traditional architectural style. You will feel its antiquity as you enter the building.

It is divided into the Haerin-gwan (a space for people to get acquainted with each other), the Traditional Theater, and three annex buildings (Munhyang-ru, Nokeum-jeong and Cheongwu-jeong). At Haerin-gwan, you can enjoy traditional music at Garak-dang and try traditional food at Sohwa-dang. In the square of Garak-dang you can view a traditional wedding (on the weekends) or people playing folk games. Also, at the Traditional Theater, about 156 seats are available, and in the afternoons Human Cultural Assets or members of the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts and the National Corps members present traditional music and dances. Sinayui, Salpuri, Pansori, the Drum Dance and the Bongsan Mask Dance are the most popular programs for foreigners. The programs are all explained in English and Japanese.

In the Cultural Gift Shop you can view various crafts made by traditional craftsmen. It is always open and the crafts are for sale as well. There are pottery, ceramics, golden crafts, knots and embroidery etc; approximately 500 pieces of artwork made by craftsmen from 20 different fields. Next to the House of Korea is the Namsan-gol Hanok Village where visitors can explore traditional houses.

Korea House (한국의집)

Korea House (한국의집)

2.6Km    2024-03-05

10 Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2266-9101

Located in the center of Seoul, Korea House is a must-visit tourism spot as a high-end cultural complex offering Hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), traditional refreshments, traditional performance arts, and traditional weddings, allowing visitors to feel the beauty of Korean culture and the taste of Korea. Guests can also enjoy the elegant beauty of hanok.

Agurang Kkotgerang (아구랑꽃게랑)

Agurang Kkotgerang (아구랑꽃게랑)

2.6Km    2024-03-08

35-7, Dongho-ro 24-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2263-5554

This is a seafood restaurant specializing in Ganjanggejang (Soy sauce marinated crab). The crab is plump and seasoned to perfection, making it an excellent accompaniment to steamed rice. The restaurant’s Gulgukbap (Oyster and rice soup), a winter favorite, is enhanced with seaweed fulvescens, which is rich in vitamins and iron, making it beneficial for those suffering from anemia. Side dishes include Cheongpomukmuchim (Mung bean jelly salad), Kimchi, and Kongnamulmuchim (Bean sprout salad). Another popular item on the menu is the spicy Agutang (Monkfish soup), filled with springy monkfish. 

MZUU - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엠주 가로수)

MZUU - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엠주 가로수)

2.6Km    2024-04-18

32-10, Dosan-daero 15-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Lumi Aeche Eyewear - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (루미애체 압구정)

Lumi Aeche Eyewear - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (루미애체 압구정)

2.6Km    2024-04-17

867, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Song Won (송원)

2.7Km    2024-03-15

35-4 Dongho-ro 24-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2275-3118

Song won is a Korean restaurant located in Jangchung-dong Gourmand Alley. They specialize in high-quality Korean beef barbecue such as bulgogi and galbi, seasoned with a variety of 20 different natural ingredients. Additionally, they offer traditional Korean dishes like hot stone pot rice and noodles. Across the street, visitors can find Jangchung-dong Jokbal Street, and both Jangchungdan Park and Jangchung Gymnasium are within walking distance.

Villa Di Metrocity [Tax Refund Shop] (빌라 디 메트로시티)

2.7Km    2024-04-19

33, Garosu-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Grace Onyoung Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (그레이스 성형외과)

Grace Onyoung Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (그레이스 성형외과)

2.7Km    2024-04-23

4F, and 5F, 623, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Monopoly [Tax Refund Shop] (모노폴리)

Monopoly [Tax Refund Shop] (모노폴리)

2.7Km    2024-04-19

1F, 15, Nonhyeon-ro 163-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Apgujeong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 압구정역)

Olive Young - Apgujeong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 압구정역)

2.7Km    2024-04-22

878, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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