Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine (절두산순교성지) – Homepage www.jeoldusan.or.kr (Korean only) – Tel +82-2-3142-4434 Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine is the site where many Catholic believers were executed in 1866 due to persecution. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the martyrdom, the Korean Catholic Church opened the Memorial Hall in October 1967, exhibiting materials, relics, and souvenirs related…
Seoul Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification (서울 몽촌토성) – Homepage korean.visitseoul.net – Tel +82-2-2147-2814 Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification is an ancient earthen fortress built during the Hanseong period of the ancient Korean kingdom of Baekje (BC 18-AD 660). It is believed to have been constructed in the 3rd to 4th centuries. Utilizing the natural advantages of the Hangang…
Jamsil Hangang Park (잠실한강공원) – Homepage hangang.seoul.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French) – Tel +82-2-3780-0511 Jamsil Hangang Park is a leisure space along the Hangang River, conveniently located near Lotte World. It features facilities such as the Jamsil Hangang Swimming Pool and the Jamsil Natural Learning Center, where visitors can observe various aquatic plants…
KidZania Seoul (키자니아 서울) – Homepage www.kidzania.co.kr (Korean, English) – Tel +82-1544-5110 KidZania is a theme park organized around the idea of vocational experience for children. It is home to a variety of facilities where one can experience different career paths, all located on a scale model of a city. Visitors can learn what it…
Dongdaemun Stationery Store Street (동대문 문구완구거리) – Tel +82-2-1330 Dongdaemun Stationery Store Street houses nearly 120 stores selling stationery products like notebooks, crayons, pencils, backpacks, as well as other products like children’s gifts, decorations, and party products. Products can be found at prices nearly 30 to 40% lower than the consumer products, which can be…
Dynamic Maze (Insa-dong) (다이나믹 메이즈 (서울 인사동점)) – Homepage www.dynamicmaze.com – Tel +82-1544-8506 Dynamic Maze is an indoor space in Insa-dong dedicated to an exciting adventure: A maze filled with obstacles, requiring participants to work together and overcome the barriers through quickness and focus. Go through the hall of mirrors, climb the wall, and cross…
Buam-dong (부암동) – Homepage tour.jongno.go.kr – Tel +82-2-2148-1807 Buam-dong is a village located north of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is designated as a development-restricted zone due to its proximity to the Cheong Wa Dae, preserving the old neighborhood’s appearance. There are numerous bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and small galleries housed in renovated traditional houses, making it a…
Apgujeong Rodeo Street (압구정 로데오거리) – Homepage www.gangnam.go.kr – Tel +82-2-3445-0111 Apgujeong Rodeo Street is a cultural street in Apgujeong full of luxury brands and multi-shops. It is a popular destination with significant foot traffic thanks to its convenient shopping opportunities, famous cafés and restaurants, and shops with unique interior design. This street is the…
Supsok Hanbang Land (숲속한방랜드) Jjimjjilbang, a Korean-style sauna that combines a traditional bathhouse with a hot steam room, is often ranked high among the unique experiences in Korea chosen by foreigners. Taking a steam bath in a charcoal kiln discharges waste products from the skin through sweat and eliminates accumulated fatigue. Supsok Hanbang Land has…
Seoul Namsan Park (남산공원(서울)) – Homepage parks.seoul.go.kr Namsan Mountain rises in the heart of Seoul at an altitude of 265 meters and has been a significant landmark since the Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), leaving behind several ruins. It was heavily damaged in the early 20th century, but was partially restored in 1968 with the creation of…