Seoul(Jung-gu)

Established in 1976, Cecil Theater is a very prominent theater. The first five Korean Film Festivals were held here, making it the heart of Korean theaters. It is a theater steeped in tradition, and was reopened not long ago, with its facilities modernized. The high and narrow stage was lowered for better viewing, and the stage was widened to a greater scale. The lobby is especially fancy. It always carries a nice scent of espresso, which is provided free of charge. It is open everyday from noon to 1 p.m. even on days with no performances, for local office workers.Cecil Theater is known for the view of its surroundings. The spacious path leading to the theater is surrounded by stonewalls. Beside the trail is the Cathedral of the Korean Anglican Church. With its classical architecture and flowering trees, it is an absolutely beautiful sight. It is especially elegant and beautiful during spring and autumn. You can also visit Deoksugung Palace, Jeong-dong Street and City Hall in the neighborhood.


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

Myboon is a lifestyle-focused, fashion select shop, and it is a collaboration between the fashion select shop, Boondo Shop of the Shin Se Gae shopping mall, and an internationally-famous art director, “Milan Vukmirovic.” The shop focuses on direct marketing lesser-known designer brands; so, you can check the international fashion trends at a glance. Celebrities like G-Dragon, Bae Yong Jun, Jang Dong Gun, and others have all made this shop the place to shop. The juice bar, which you can only find in Myboon, is loved by health conscious stars like Victoria from f(x).  


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

The Olympic Park Peace Plaza ice skating rink, located in the Songpa-gu district of Seoul, is open for every winter. Seoul Olympic Museum, Soma Museum of Art, and Mongchontoseong Fortress are also within the vicinity.


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

Lotte Hotel World was formerly Bando Hotel, which opened in 1938 as the first privately owned hotel in Korea. In 1973, Lotte Hotel bought it and newly opened it as Lotte Hotel. Since then, the Lotte Hotel has grown into a world-class hotel & resort group. The group opened a 6-star hotel in Moscow, Russia in 2010, and is now preparing for opening hotels in other Asian cities such as Hanoi, Vietnam, and Shenyang, China.Lotte Hotel World is located inside the Lotte World Theme Park complex, which includes the world's largest indoor theme park, Lotte World, creating the ambiance of a beautiful fairy tale. The hotel offers 553 guest rooms, 9 restaurants and bars, an international conference room, 6 banquet halls, an ‘Executive Floor’ for businessmen, fitness center, duty free shop, sauna, and more convenient facilities for guests.The location, a little bit away from the hustle and bustle of the Seoul, gives a feeling of comfort, while guests still can entertain themselves with a variety of sights and activities at the Lotte World Theme Park, perfect for those who are looking for a fun time.The Chinese Restaurant ‘Dorim’ is one of the hotel’s finest features, featuring high-quality, authentic Cantonese food with great view from the 32nd floor. Nine elegant banquet rooms are good for international conferences, business meetings and wedding ceremonies.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Eden Pottery specializes in Korean pottery from celadon to white porcelains. The shop is full of superb Korean pottery in its gallery-like atmosphere. Customers will be exposed to the rich history of Korean pottery and its diverse types. Products are made by experienced craftsmen.


Seoul(Yeongdeungpo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Jungin Myeonok offers Pyeongyang-style naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), passed down to the owner from parents who came from North Korea. ​


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

At this particular establishment, you can taste crushed loach soup in Gyeongsang-do style and fried loach. Smoked duck shabu shabu and vegetables, as well as Smoked duck casserole are also very delicious. *Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government    


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Founded in 1395 by the first king of the Joseon Dynasty, Gwanghwamun is the main gate of Gyeongbukgung Palace. Roughly meaning “may the light of enlightenment blanket the world,” the name symbolizes the resounding dedication that the people of the Joseon Dynasty had in creating a new dynasty. Constructed solely out of granite, its center is an entrance that resembles a rainbow, called Hongyemun. Above that is a gate tower. Gwanghwamun holds a painful memory in Korean history. During the Japanese occupation of Korea, in order to dampen the spirits of the Korean citizens, the Japanese governing general destroyed the gate and built his own government building. The present appearance of the gate is that of 1968 when it was rebuilt using concrete, and it’s location is about 10m behind the original spot. Though Gwanghwamun is the most beautiful of the five palace gates, it was not designated by the Korean government as a national treasure because it is made purely of concrete. The government is now in the process of removing the Japanese building and restoring the palace. Gwanghwamun has its name written on a sign on the gate, and it was personally written by then-president Park Jeong-Hui. On either side of the gate you can see the word “Haetae” facing south. Haetae is a mythical unicorn-lion that is said to protect palaces from fire. According to Pungsujirisang, there was a fire around Gwanaksan Mountain, so in order to protect the palace from fire from the mountain, these fire-eating Haetaes were put beside the gate.  


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

Kwonsooksoo gets its name from the chef who opened the restaurant and sooksoo, the old word for "a person who makes food." Chef Kwon Woo Joong opened the restaurant with the hope of showcasing the tastes of Korean homecooked meals in a new way, neither old fashioned nor awkward.  


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Ogeunnae, the old name for Chuncheon, features Chuncheon-style dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken) using only fresh leg meat of chickens which give a soft and elastic texture.