Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Changdeokgung Theater is located across from Changdeokgung Palace in the Gungangno Special Cultural Zone of Seoul. Sogeukjans, meaning small theater, provide a unique and intimate atmosphere. Built to promote Korean music, the stage and seating at Changdeokgung are arranged for audience members to sit on the floor similar to in a traditional restaurant or home. The theater offers a wide array of performances including Samulnori (Korean traditional percussion music), traditional Korean music, and Madanggeuk (a play infused with traditional music and performances). First time visitors often find the creative and cozy experience to create a lasting memory of Korean culture and arts. Also nearby the theater are a number of tourist attractions including Changdeokgung Palace, Unhyeongung Palace, Jongmyo Shrine Park, and Insa-dong. 


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Dongdaemun

Seungjin Toy Palace is a toy store that carries almost every kind of toy imaginable from stuffed animals to character dolls and much more. Located along 'Toy Street' of Changsin-dong, Seungjin Toy Palace carries one of the nation's largest selections of toys. What makes this store even more attractive to many customers is that their merchandise is, on average, 30% cheaper than that of their competitors.'


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The Choi Gi Soon Dackjongyi Doll Institute makes and displays Dackjongyi dolls (traditional Korean dolls). The dolls are made of special paper created from mulberry trees. Naturally, they ooze a unique scent that comforts visitors. This cozy gallery displays traditional Korean dolls from the past to the present. Visitors can watch and attend a craft class. The dolls can be leased for exhibition, purchased, or customized upon request. 


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

Ramada Hotel & Suite Seoul Namdaemun is a first class international business hotel in Korea with impeccable service, installed with the latest facilities and a wide range of suite rooms for guests to choose from. Comprising 331 rooms decorated with style and class, this hotel offers 25% of total guest rooms in the form of a suite room, the highest density of suites for a single hotel in Korea. Standard rooms are also spacious for added comfort, around 6.6sqm, larger than most of its counterparts in five star hotels. There are four types of guest rooms including Superior, Deluxe, Junior Suite and King Suite.The overall interior of the hotel is designed to accommodate the resort-in-city theme of the hotel, to offer a space of rejuvenation for its guests. Guests visiting the Ramada Hotel & Suite Seoul Namdaemun may feel like walking into an oasis in the middle of the desert. The artistically decorated lobby and mini outdoor parks found intermittently around the hotel, resemble an exotic resort area, all designed to provide comfortable break for the guests. The hotel garden is arranged to create a beautiful scenery any time of the year and there is a large water fountain in front of the hotel to add a refreshing touch to this oasis inside the city.Tourist attractions including Deoksugung and Gyeongbokgung Palaces are cultural heritages where the tradition of Korea can be felt first hand. The national museum and art galleries, theaters for performance arts are also close by for foreign tourists to experience the Korean culture and enjoy various performance.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

If you are passionate about fashion and looking for something unique, head to Sonjjam in Insa-dong. Here, you’ll find a selection of stylish, handmade goods. Sonjjam specializes in clothes, corsages, fashion and interior accessories, hand weaving, fabric dyeing, and decorating mufflers and scarves. You’ll not only be able to see hand-weaving at the store; you’ll also find yourself in the heart of Insa-dong, one of the best places in Seoul to find traditional crafts and Korean cultural pieces.


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

Hongdae Hope Market first took place in May 2002 as Korea’s first spontaneous handicraft market. Originally created with the aim of reviving the environmental-friendly handicraft industry, the market developed into a truly interactive space where local artists make and sell their unique craftwork at affordable prices.


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

Located on Taehaeranno Boulevard in the middle of Korea's financial district, Hotel Green Grass offers easy access to the Korea World Trade Center, a wide range of global company offices, as well as Seolleung Park. It has 73 rooms, a casual Italian bistro that serves food and beverages at the open terrace between Spring and Fall, a fitness center, a spa and a club. Visitors may also take advantage of the convenience of public transportation that this five-star hotel provides in order to explore Seoul.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)


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

Having completed a grand remodeling project in 2007, Sejong Center offers customer-friendly programs aimed at improving the quality of art performances in a comfortable resting area. Comprised of the Grand Theater of Sejong Center, Sejong M Theater, Sejong Chamber Hall, Exhibition Hall, and other subsidiary facilities, Sejong Center is a multicultural art center.Various genres of performances including traditional, classic, and crossover taken place in the center, giving many opportunities for cultural nostalgia.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Dawon is a tea house that operates in a hanok (traditional Korean house). Located in the busy tourist area of Insa-dong, this place offers the visitors a moment to relax and find peace in the city. When seated, greenery and flowers in the private garden make for a nice view while sipping tea and snacking on Korean desserts like assorted ttoek (rice cakes). There are many teas available, with more than 15 varieties, all of which originate from Korea. Dawon's peaceful atmosphere and authentic experience make it a must visit for anyone in the Insa-dong area.