2021-01-27
17, Bukchon-ro 5ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-10-6485-8507
Started in Jeonju in 2012, Hanboknam strived to promote the beauty of hanbok, earning recognition by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in 2015. Following this, Hanboknam opened a hanbok exhibition and rental shop in the Bukchon area of Seoul in 2016. The shop provides customers with numerous styles of hanbok, from royalty to beggars. The rental shop also offers various accessories to pair with the different hanbok for a complete look.
2024-11-01
87 Jeungsan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-376-8410
After being used as an oil tank for 41 years, the tanks were reborn into a culture space. The five tanks were transformed into performance halls, exhibition halls, and a multi-purpose pavilion, while one new tank was built to be used as an information center. In addition, the temporary parking lot turned into a culture yard where visitors can relax as well as enjoy activities or performances.
2024-08-22
30 Insamgwangjang-ro, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-750-2621
Geumsan Ginseng Museum was founded to spread the excellence of Korean (Geumsan) ginseng across the nation and the world. Ginseng cultivation implements and models, efficacy, foods, and other products containing ginseng are on display in this museum. Visitors can also watch ginseng-related videos to gain a better understanding of Korean ginseng.
2020-08-19
142, Hwagae-ro, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-1588-3186
Simni (10-ri) Cherry Blossom Road in Hwagae is famous for its beautiful views in spring. It is believed that if a young couple walks down this road holding hands, they will be together for one hundred years. For this reason, the road is sometimes referred to as the “wedding road.”
2024-03-04
37-7, Jongno 5(o)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2236-9135
Located near the Dongdaemun Market, Dongdaemun Dak Hanmari Alley gets its name from the restaurants serving dak hanmari (whole chicken soup) that line the alley. Dak hanmari (whole chicken soup), literally “one whole chicken” in Korean, is a dish where a whole chicken is boiled in a soup and served with the alley’s special sauce. After the diners eat the meat, the broth is used to make kalguksu (noodle soup). Because the area is home to large-scale apparel and fashion material markets of the Dongdaemun Market, the district is always lively and bustling.
2021-03-25
20-1, Samil-daero 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-10-8895-3368
A Moment in Time adds in aspects of Korean traditions, customs, and landmarks like hanbok, Gwanghwamun Gate, and Korean mystical animals into caricature artworks, serving as an excellent souvenir for both locals and travelers. The gallery also offers hands-on programs like coloring caricature and traditional folk art. In addition, original design products from A Moment in Time are also available, making great gifts.
2019-02-09
195, Cheonjedan-gil, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-552-7730
Taebaek Coal Museum is located where coal was first discovered within Korea. While coal has declined in use, the resource served an important role in the modernization of the nation. The museum is a place where you can learn about the history of Korea’s coal industry through well-organized exhibitions.
2021-02-23
45, EXPO-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-770-9260
Spa World in The-K Hotel Gyeongju opened in June 2001 and aims to guarantee guest satisfaction with excellent amenities, such as their sauna facilities, hot springs, sports center, and swimming pool. The hot springs were developed by using all-natural hot spring water from 630 meters underground. Spa World's hot spring water is famous for having a high concentration of alkaline (9.12 pH). Impurities in the water are filtered out, boosting the beneficial effects of hot spring water on the skin, muscle fatigue, and back pains.
2024-02-29
4F, 1955 Goyang-daero, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1668-4832
Smob by Sports Monster Goyang, the largest indoor sports park in Korea, introduces a novel blend of play and sports in one cultural space. Visitors have unlimited access to over 20 attractions, including basketball, racquet sports, baseball batting, jumping, bungee jumping, clay shooting, and trampolines. The basic entry option is a Two-Hour Play Pass, which can be purchased through their website. Additionally, the area is close to notable sites like the West Five Royal Tombs and Myeongneung, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
2022-12-20
171, Everland-ro 376beon-gil, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-320-9900
Samsung Transportation Museum, the nation’s first automobile museum, is located near Everland. It serves as a children’s traffic safety learning space. The museum displays a collection of over 700 world-famous pieces including 50 cars, 15 motorcycles, bicycles, horse-drawn carriages, and other transportation-related articles such as vehicle prototypes, parts, hood ornaments, souvenirs, and artwork. There are many hands-on programs for visitors to learn about transportation safety.