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Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Libuk Sonmandu restaurant is located deep in the alleys behind Seoul City Hall in the Mugyo-dong area. It is famous for Kimchimaribap and Sonmandu (handmade dumplings). Kimchimaribap is rice in a soup of kimchi and ice cubes with various added flavorings that originated in North Korea. This is a refreshing dish for summer. Other items on the menu are Bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) and Mandujeongol (dumpling hot pot).


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Beautiful Tea Museum offers teas from around the world and shows items depicting international tea cultures. It displays teas, tea-related items, and ceramics made by young artists. Over 110 teas from Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, and European countries can be found in the museum. There is also a café offering delicious teas.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

The Novotel Ambassador Gangnam, Seoul is one of the hotel chains run by Accor Asia Pacific that opened in September of 1993 by Korea's Ambassador Hotels Group in cooperation with Accor Asia Pacific. Novotel Ambassador Gangnam holds 330 Western-style rooms, 2 Korean-style rooms, a coffee shop, lobby lounge, Japanese restaurant, entertainment bar, buffet, deli, refined restaurants and seminar rooms, conference room, cocktail reception, and 4 banquet halls to meet every reception's needs. In addition, the business center is open 24hrs and the hotel provides a wireless internet card for a high-speed internet connection from anywhere in the building. Also, the hotel offers a state-of-the-art health club with a swimming pool, golf range, gym, sauna, aerobic room, and jogging track that is open for guests from 6:00AM to 10:00PM.The hotel is also closely located to the COEX Trade Center and Gyeongbu Highway, and offers convenient transportation to and from Incheon International Airport. Novotel Ambassador Gangnam is always doing its best to meet every need of its guests so that they may have a comfortable stay in Seoul.



Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Dongdaemun

Heunginjimun, designated Treasure No. 1, was built to protect Hanseongbu, which historically housed important government facilities. Heunginjimun was the large gate on the east side of the outer wall of Seoul Fortress. Likewise, the name of Dongdaemun comes from the fact that ‘Dong’ means east and ‘Dae’ means large.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Hanok Homestay Information Center was opened in the famous Bukchon Hanok Village by the Jongno-gu District Office to promote 'hanok tourism' in Seoul. The center spans over a lot area of 102.5㎡, with a total floor area of 52.05㎡. At the center, professional staff are working to offer hanok homestay reservation services, interpretation services and traditional cultural programs, a resting place for all visitors, and tourism information throughout the Jongno area, including Bukchon.The information center is divided into three sections: Information, Exhibition & Experience, and Daecheong. The Information section offers reservation services, operates hanok homestay program and introduces the features of hanok and available traditional culture program for hands-on activities. The Exhibition & Experience area is the venue for trying on hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) or ancient royal clothing as a traditional experience.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

'Four Seasons House' is located in Sangsu-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul and features props, items, photos and sets from director Yoon Suk-Ho's four seasons’ dramas. Yoon Suk-Ho’s series [Autumn in my Heart], [Winter Sonata], [Summer Scent], and [Spring Waltz] are among some of the most famous Hallyu dramas and capture the theme of pure love through vivid cinematography. The basement and first floor of the Four Seasons House also house exhibits from other well-known dramas including [Snow Queen]. Outside exhibits include a re-creation of the proposal room from [Summer Scent] and a bench used in [Winter Sonata] and [Spring Waltz]. Guests must make a reservation online or by phone before visiting the Four Seasons House.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located in Insa-dong in Jongno, Tobang is a folk restaurant offering affordably priced meals. It is widely known through word-of-mouth and is particularly beloved for its Sundubu Jjigae (soft tofu stew) and Kimchi Jjigae (Kimchi stew). The rice and all the side dishes (except for the pickled crab) can be refilled for free upon request.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

I'Park Department Store is the flagship store of the I'Parkmall, Korea's largest shopping complex. The department store is divided into three different sections - Fashion Store, Culture Store, Living Store, each with a varying theme and numerous stores. Moreover, I'Park Department Store is connected to many other shopping, cultural and entertainment facilities inside the I'Parkmall.  


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Founded and opened by Monk Jeongsan, Sanchon is a vegan-friendly restaurant that mainly serves temple foods. The dishes found here are a results of Kim Yun-sik, who was inspired by the simple, clean and healthy diet that a Buddhist practitioner taught him years ago. Now, being a top authority on vegetarian food in Korea, Kim Yun-sik helped perfect the standard and quality of temple food.  The dishes are made with all natural ingredients such as vegetables and mountain herbs, and are cooked without chemical additives. The actual dishes served vary by season, and in order to meet the tastes of the general public, the restaurant includes "five spices" (garlic, shallots, mountain leeks, etc.), which monks are typically not allowed to eat. Those who would like their food without these ingredients are asked to make their request at least one day prior to visiting.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Byeori began to sell handmade accessories and silver crafts at the Free Market near Hongik Univeristy. As the brand became more popular, the company was able to open a store in Samcheong-dong. In addition to accessories, Byeori now offers household ceramics by a variety of artists. It is popular among customers looking for colorful items.