Gyeongbokgung
This is the first and largest royal palace built during the Joseon Dynasty. This is located at the heart of Seoul. Visitors can also visit the National Palace Museum of Korea and the National Folk Museum of Korea as they are located on the palace grounds.
| Fare: | Korean citizens: Ages 25-64 3,000won, Foreigners: Ages 19-64 3,000won, Ages 7-18 1,500won |
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| Business Hour: | Mar-May (09:00 – 18:00) Jun-Aug (09:00 – 18:30) Sep-Oct (09:00 – 18:00) Nov-Feb (09:00 – 17:00) *Last entry one hour before closing Holidays: Closed on Tuesdays |
| Performance Times: | Gwanghwamun Gate Guard-on-Duty Performance 11:00, 13:00 / 10 minutes per ceremony |
| Directions: | Gyeongbokgung Station (Subway Line 3), Exit 5 |
| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
30 minutes |
It was built as Korea's first integrated transmission tower beaming television and radio broadcasts across the capital. The tower's main attractions include multi-colored digital art projected onto the tower at night, a digital observatory, a roof terrace, the HanCook restaurant, the n.Grill restaurant, and the Haneul (Sky) Restroom.
| Fare: | Adults - 10,000 won, Children - 8,000won |
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| Business Hour: | 10:00-23:00 (Sat. 10:00-24:00), Restaurants 11:00-23:00 |
| Direction: | Board Namsam Circular Bus 2,3, or 5, Namsan Cable Car |
| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
50 minutes |
Hongdae is the scene where Korean culture, both pop and indie, manifests, especially at night. This is filled with clothing shops, accessory shops, clubs, and theaters. You can easily get to Yeonnam-dong(연남동).
| Directions: | 5-minute walk from Exit 9 of Hongik Univ. Station (Subway Line 2) |
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| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
35 minutes |
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is the newest and most iconic landmark of the Korean design industry. Located at the center of the Dongdaemun area, the DDP serves as a key venue for design-related shows and conferences, exhibitions, and other events and gatherings.
| Directions: | 2-minute walk from Exit 1 or 2 of Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station (Subway Line 2, 4 or 5) |
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| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
15 minutes |
This park is the most important physical landmark in the city, dividing the north and south. This is popular for Yeouido’s Spring Flower Festival and The Seoul International Fireworks Festival. Visitors can take a walk and rent a bike or in-line skates and enjoy chicken and beer with friends and family.
| Directions: | 2-minute walk from Exit 2 or 3 of Yeouinaru Station (Subway Line 5) |
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| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
40 minutes |
Lotte World is a major recreation complex located in downtown Seoul. Lotte World Tower is the tallest building and one of architectural crown jewels in Korea. It has department stores, movie theaters, aquarium and the largest observation deck in Korea. There is Seokchon Lake Park (석촌호수공원) near these two landmarks. Visitors can relax and stroll along the water.
| Business Hours: | Daily 09:30 – 22:00 |
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| Directions: | Seokchon Lake Park: 15-minute walk from Exit 2 or 3 of Jamsil Station (잠실역) |
| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
30 minutes |
This is situated in between Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Jongmyo. This area is designated as one of the main places in Seoul where there is a large concentration of traditional Korean homes (hanok). This well-preserved modern hanok is a popular filming location for TV dramas and movies. Many historical sites and cultural properties are also packed in this area, automatically making it a street museum of sorts.
| Fare: | free |
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| Business Hours: | 09:00 - 18:00 (Closed every Monday and 1st of Jan) |
| Directions: | Anguk Station (Subway Line 3), Exit 2. Walk about 7-10min. |
| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
35 minutes |
With signs in foreign languages and the English-speaking staff in many shops, restaurant, and cafes. Visitors often feel as though Itaewon Street is located in another country. Enjoy Brunch menus and a party culture that only Itaewon can offer, and shop for unique products from around the word.
| Directions: | Itewon Station (Subway Line 6). |
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| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
20 minutes |
This is a two-lane road stretching from Sinsa-dong to Apgujeong-dong, lined with ginkgo trees. Here you can find creative clothing and accessories made by talented young designers. Large shops with multiple foreign brands give shoppers the chance to take in fashion trends from all over the world, and one might even be lucky enough to catch a really special deal in the flea markets that spring up occasionally in the area.
| Directions: | Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3), Exit 8, Walk about 5 min. |
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| Estimated time : from Wangshimni Station (왕십리역) |
16 minutes |
