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

All ingredients are directly delivered from the market in Mungyung. The ingredients such as jelly, soy bean curd, soy sauce, soybean paste, Korean hot pepper paste and fermented soybean paste are all made from Korean agricultural products so that they taste rich and solid. The most popular menu is buckwheat jelly table d’hote (for 2 people or more) with fermented soy bean paste and bean-curd paste. *Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government


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

Mangwon Riverside Terrace near Mapo-gu is a wide grassy area perfect for taking walks or grabbing a nap. In the summer, visitors can take advantage of the area’s swimming pool or wide variety of summer water sports such as windsurfing, waterskiing and/or motor boating. In the winter, Sled Park gives visitors of all ages a chance to enjoy slipping and sliding around in the snow. The Mangwon Riverside Terrace area also has several cultural and historic sites located nearby, including Mangwonjeong (pavilion) and Jeoldusan Sacred Place (historic site of Catholic martyrs). Finding Mangwon Riverside Terrace is easy; it’s a straight shot from both the Worldcup Stadium and Incheon International Airport.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Nobizib is a specialty restaurant featuring Galbi (marinated and grilled beef ribs). A combination of the restaurant’s own special sauce, pure bronze gridiron, and oak tree charcoal creates a unique taste beloved by visitors and locals alike. The spicy galbi jjim (braised beef ribs) is another restaurant specialty.Located at the entrance of Myeongdong, Nobizib is easily accessible via public transportation and is frequented by Japanese tourists (thanks to the restaurant’s exposure in tour guidebooks and magazines in Japan).


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

Seven Springs delivers pleasure and well-being, as the food intends to serve an environmentally-friendly, healthy meal. The restaurant is styled with a pleasantly comfortable interior, while the open-kitchen allows guests to watch the chefs prepare the salads, for a more delightful dining experience.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located in Hyoje-dong in Jongno, Jipbul-gui Hwangso Gopchang (짚불구이황소곱창) specializes in straw-fire grilled bull intestines. Oriental herb powders are used to get rid of the smell of the intestines as well as burn away the fat. The use of straw in the fire further reduces the characteristic odor of the meat. Among the specialty restaurants serving the dish, this particular restaurant is quite famous, thanks in part to its appearance on several TV programs.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

Seoul is holding its annual month-long Seoul Summer Sale to attract international tourists looking fro some great shopping opportunities.The Seoul Summer Sale offers foreign travelers and residents great deals and discounts at a variety of over 92 brands at a total of 500 stores, duty free shops, large discount stores, cosmetics stores, theaters, restaurants, and more. Come to the dynamic city of Seoul and visit the wide range of stores participating in the Seoul Summer Sale. Receive huge discounts and plenty of free gifts. Also, 3 million Welcome Kits containing cosmetics samples and coupons will be distributed throughout participating locations. 


Seoul(Seongbuk-gu)

The Choi Sunu House is the old residence of Hyegok Choi Sunu (1916-1984), who lived in this house from 1976 until the day he passed away. The house is designated as Korea’s Registered Cultural Property No. 268. Choi Sunu was a leading art historian who served as the director of the National Museum of Korea. He devoted his life to rediscovering the beauty of Korean art and made many academic accomplishments in the areas of Korean ceramics, traditional woodcraft, and the history of painting.The Choi Sunu House is an open-rectangular planned hanok (Korean traditional house) composed of an L-shaped outbuilding and an upside down L-shaped main building that face each other. It shows the typical urban traditional style house that was prevalent in the Seoul area in the 1930s. The house has been open to the public as the Hyegok Choi Sunu Memorial Hall since 2004. The memorial hall displays Choi Sunu’s relics as a permanent exhibition and holds special exhibitions in the fall as well as cultural programs every spring and fall.


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

Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park in central Seoul is the first ecological park in Korea. It houses a wide variety of flora and fauna, including kestrels (Nature Monument No.323), herons, minnows, etc. There is a 6㎞-long promenade that lies across the park, and information signs explaining various flower and plant species throughout the park.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Jogyesa Temple is the headquarters of the Korea Buddhist Jogye Order. It offers opportunities to learn about Buddhism. Temple stay programs are designed to accommodate foreign visitors traveling from abroad.


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

Dorocy means "Gift of God" in Greek. It specializes in jewelries and offers outstanding repair/maintenance services. It is a popular shop among women because of its colorful items. Various items range from inexpensive to expensive prices. Professional assistants give visitors tips on how to choose items matching up well with their clothing. Designers of Dorocy have completed GIA GG, GIA Design, and IGI EG courses in Santa Monica, the United States and produce items with unique designs.