Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

Villa Sortino is an authentic Italian restaurant opened by Chef Santino Sortino and is well known in the expat community for its traditional, rustic Italian cuisine. The interior walls are stacked with wine, offering an exotic and comforting ambience. With tables arranged with privacy in mind, it is also a nice place for quiet family gatherings or business meetings.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

California Pizza Kitchen is an international restaurant chain that specializes in California-style pizza. The CPK - Myeongdong Branch is located in Seoul's popular shopping district, Myeongdong.    


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

This Western cuisine is located near Dongdaemun Station , Seoul.The representative menu is Steak.One of the top 3 steak restaurants in New York.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Landrover is the casual shoe brand of Kumkang Shoes, Korea's leading fashion retailer specializing in athletic and casual footwear, as well as trendy clothing and accessories. Landrover products are well-known for their all-natural latex soles that absorb shock better than other materials. Located in a metropolitan town of Yongsan-gu in Seoul, Landrover Namyeong carries a wide selection of casual footwear for both men and women.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Hyoja Bakery is a cozy and small bakery famous for supplying nutritious and healthy baked goods for Cheongwadae (the Blue House), Seoul Government Complex and 10 kindergarten schools. The bakery has been in the same spot for nearly 3 decades, located in Seochon, Jongno-gu. The 24/7 store is 3 stories tall, where the 2nd and 3rd floors are used for producing delicious breads, and the 1st floor is the sales venue. From donuts, to croquettes and bagels, they make a wide variety of delicious breads. Among the many great treats, the most famous is the homemade corn bread filled with sweet corn, minced onion, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Although Hyoja does not have point saving cards like many chain stores do, it does offer a lot of free samples, and additional free breads for purchases over 10,000 won. Customers make repeat visits for this kind of service only found at small bakeries like Hyoja.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Since its opening in April, 1994, Gallery Simon has exclusively held planned exhibition based on invitation. Exhibitions include works from experienced artists as well as the works of budding artists.  


Seoul(Jung-gu)

The Russian Legation was built in a Renaissance style in 1890. Russian architect, A. J. Scredin Sabatine designed the structure. In 1895, during the Joseon Dynasty, the Eulmisabyeon Incident took place as a show of force by the Japanese.Empress Myeongseong-hwanghu was emerging as a strong figure in Korea at a time when a power struggle between Japan, China, Russia, and other powers were taking place. Japanese Minister, Miura Goro saw her as a threat and ordered her assassination. After hearing news of the Empress’s assassination, King Gojong and the Crown Prince sought refuge in the Russian Embassy for one year.After 1945, the Soviet Union took over the embassy until it was almost completely destroyed by a fire during the Korean War [1950~1953]. The only remaining parts of the building are the tower and basement areas. The building was restored to its current condition in 1973 and is now enjoyed by many as a public park. 


Seoul(Jung-gu)

Maru Guesthouse, located in Bukchang-dong, Seoul, offers a warm welcome to visitors to its clean and spacious facilities. As the guesthouse is just five minutes’ walk from City Hall Station and Hoehyeon Station, guests can easily reach Myeong-dong, Namdaemun Market, and various department stores for shopping, as well as visit Seoul Tower on Namsan Mountain, City Hall, and Deoksugung Palace. Tourists can enjoy a different side of Seoul by visiting Namsan Hanok Village set amid an attractive natural environment and enjoy sampling all kinds of tasty foods at the food alley in Bukchang-dong.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The street in front of Cheongwadae (Blue House) is open to the public and includes both Hyoja Samgeori (Hyoja three-way intersection) in Hyoja-dong and Palpan Samgeori (Palpan three-way inetersection) in Palpan-dong. When walking along Hyoja-ro Road from Gyeongbokgung Station, sights include a fountain, Mugunghwa Garden, Yeonmugwan Hall, Daegogak and Yeongbingwan Hall.Cheongwadae Sarangchae consists of one basement level and two above-ground levels, including Korean Culture Exhibition Hall, Planned Exhibition Hall, a gift shop, and rest area (Korean Food Promotion Hall, Café) on the first floor and Cheongwadae Hall and Haengboknuri Hall on the second floor. Daegogak Hall houses a book donated to former president, Kim Young-sam for expressing the past spirit of Sinmungo (Petitioner's drum from Korean History). Yeonmugwan Hall is a martial art and fitness center for guards. Mugunghwa Dongsan, formed after the ansa (Safe House) was demolished in 1993, includes a well, mock fortress, and rest area. Located behind Mugunghwa Dongsan is Apostolic Nunciature in Korea and Chilgung (Seven Palaces).At the beginning of the street in front of Cheongwadae, dense trees and beautiful flower gardens decorating both sides of the road make it a nice place for taking a walk. The area from the north gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Chunchumun, to the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Geonchunmun, is Samcheongdong-gil Road. This road is home to many art galleries, including Kukje Gallery, Growrich Gallery, Gallery Hyundai, and Jin Art gallery, in the area of Hyoja-ro.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Naeja Peanuts has been around since 1974. It's famous for its senbei (Bukkumi) which is a type of Japanese rice cracker. This store prides itself on not using any preservatives or additives in its sweets, drawing many customers back for its healthy and nostalgic taste.