Guidebook for Mapo
Arts & Culture
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 will serve as a key venue for design-related shows and conferences, exhibitions, and other events and gatherings.
Designed by world renowned architect, Zaha Hadid, DDP is the world’s largest atypical architecture. The DDP is comprised of five halls: Art Hall, Museum, Design Lab, Design Market, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. The Art Hall is the primary launch pad for the Korean creative industry.
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Dongdaemun Tasarım Plazası
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 will serve as a key venue for design-related shows and conferences, exhibitions, and other events and gatherings.
Designed by world renowned architect, Zaha Hadid, DDP is the world’s largest atypical architecture. The DDP is comprised of five halls: Art Hall, Museum, Design Lab, Design Market, and Dongdaemun History and Culture Park. The Art Hall is the primary launch pad for the Korean creative industry.
북촌 한옥 마을 [bukchon hanok maeul] is a historic village dating back almost 600 years to the Joseon Dynasty which features 한옥 (hanok) or Korean traditional houses.
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Bukchon Hanok Köyü
66 Bukchon-ro 북촌 한옥 마을 [bukchon hanok maeul] is a historic village dating back almost 600 years to the Joseon Dynasty which features 한옥 (hanok) or Korean traditional houses.
National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 displaying relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910]. Over 20,000 royal relics from Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine are on display.
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Kore Ulusal Saray Müzesi
12 Hyoja-ro National Palace Museum of Korea (국립고궁박물관)The National Palace Museum of Korea opened in 1992 displaying relics from the Joseon Dynasty [1392~1910]. Over 20,000 royal relics from Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine are on display.
National Folk Museum of Korea (국립민속박물관)Introduction
Located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea presents historical artifacts that were used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past. Through the displays, visitors can learn about the domestic and agricultural lifestyles, as well as Korea’s cultural beliefs.
The National Folk Museum of Korea has three permanent exhibitions and two special exhibitions as well as a library, souvenir shop, and other subsidiary facilities.
The National Folk Museum of Korea station
National Folk Museum of Korea (국립민속박물관)Introduction
Located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea presents historical artifacts that were used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past. Through the displays, visitors can learn about the domestic and agricultural lifestyles, as well as Korea’s cultural beliefs.
The National Folk Museum of Korea has three permanent exhibitions and two special exhibitions as well as a library, souvenir shop, and other subsidiary facilities.
D Müzesi
Trickeye Müzesi Seul
20 Hongik-ro 3-gilParks & Nature
Haneul Gongwon (하능공원) is one of the most visited park in Seoul. Like its name (Haneul means Sky), this park is located in the highest park of World Cup Stadium park, on the top of a hill
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Haneul Parkı
487-48 Sangam-dong Haneul Gongwon (하능공원) is one of the most visited park in Seoul. Like its name (Haneul means Sky), this park is located in the highest park of World Cup Stadium park, on the top of a hill
Eungbongsan (Seoul) is a mountain of South Korea. It has an elevation of 81 metres.
The octagonal pavilion on top of the mountain is the best place to appreciate the beautiful night view of the Han River and Jungnangcheon that joins the river there.
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Eungbongsan Palgakjeong Köşkü
267-1 Eungbong-dong Eungbongsan (Seoul) is a mountain of South Korea. It has an elevation of 81 metres.
The octagonal pavilion on top of the mountain is the best place to appreciate the beautiful night view of the Han River and Jungnangcheon that joins the river there.
Seokchon Lake Park is recommended as one of the best walking courses in Seoul
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석촌호수
Seokchon Lake Park is recommended as one of the best walking courses in Seoul
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station (formerly Dongdaemun Stadium Station) is a station on the Seoul Subway Line 2, Line 4 and Line 5. Exit 1 : Dongdaemun Design Plaza & Park (replaced Dongdaemun Stadium)
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Dongdaemun Stadium station
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station (formerly Dongdaemun Stadium Station) is a station on the Seoul Subway Line 2, Line 4 and Line 5. Exit 1 : Dongdaemun Design Plaza & Park (replaced Dongdaemun Stadium)
Jeongdong Park
21-18 Jeongdong-gilJung-dong gong-won (park))
Sightseeing
Gyeongbokgung Palace (경복궁) Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (Western Palace) Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.
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Gyeongbokgung Sarayı
161 Sajik-ro Gyeongbokgung Palace (경복궁) Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (Western Palace) Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.
Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage]
Introduction Jongmyo Shrine was a primary place of worship for kings throughout Joseon Dynasty.
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Jongmyo Tapınağı Parkı
2 Hunjeong-dong Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage]
Introduction Jongmyo Shrine was a primary place of worship for kings throughout Joseon Dynasty.
Deoksugung Palace (덕수궁)
Introduction Located at the corner of Seoul's busiest downtown intersection, Deoksugung Palace is famous for its elegant stone-wall road.
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Deoksugung
99 Sejong-daero Deoksugung Palace (덕수궁)
Introduction Located at the corner of Seoul's busiest downtown intersection, Deoksugung Palace is famous for its elegant stone-wall road.
Namsan Seoul Tower was the first tower-type tourism spot in Korea. The top of the tower is at almost 480m above sea level, including Namsan Mountain (243m) and the tower’s own height (236.7m), making it one of the tallest towers in the Orient. It is comprised of Seoul Tower Plaza, recently opened to public access after 40 years, and N Seoul Tower, operated by CJ Foodville since 2005. The tower was first established as a broadcast tower to send out TV and radio signals in 1969. As of now, it has become one of the representative landmarks and multi-cultural venues in Seoul.
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N Seoul Kulesi
Namsan Seoul Tower was the first tower-type tourism spot in Korea. The top of the tower is at almost 480m above sea level, including Namsan Mountain (243m) and the tower’s own height (236.7m), making it one of the tallest towers in the Orient. It is comprised of Seoul Tower Plaza, recently opened to public access after 40 years, and N Seoul Tower, operated by CJ Foodville since 2005. The tower was first established as a broadcast tower to send out TV and radio signals in 1969. As of now, it has become one of the representative landmarks and multi-cultural venues in Seoul.
The COEX Aquarium is comprised of 183 display tanks and 90 breeding tanks with 3,500 tons of water volume, making it a large-scaled aquarium. It houses 40,000 sea creatures, which come from 650 different species divided into 16 themed zones. In particular, the highest number of sharks and the largest variety of species in Korea are living in the aquarium. An open-top water tank releasing anions in addition to 20 rest areas make this tourist site in the heart of Gangnam, Seoul a perfect healing place for local and international visitors.
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COEX Akvaryumu
513 Yeongdong-daero The COEX Aquarium is comprised of 183 display tanks and 90 breeding tanks with 3,500 tons of water volume, making it a large-scaled aquarium. It houses 40,000 sea creatures, which come from 650 different species divided into 16 themed zones. In particular, the highest number of sharks and the largest variety of species in Korea are living in the aquarium. An open-top water tank releasing anions in addition to 20 rest areas make this tourist site in the heart of Gangnam, Seoul a perfect healing place for local and international visitors.
Lotte World Tower (Korean: 롯데월드타워) is a 123-floor, 554.5-metre (1,819 ft) supertall skyscraper that finished external construction on March 17, 2016. The building's final 123rd floor was topped out on December 22, 2015.[3] It is currently the tallest building in the OECD, and is the 5th tallest building in the world.
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Lotte World
Olympic-ro Lotte World Tower (Korean: 롯데월드타워) is a 123-floor, 554.5-metre (1,819 ft) supertall skyscraper that finished external construction on March 17, 2016. The building's final 123rd floor was topped out on December 22, 2015.[3] It is currently the tallest building in the OECD, and is the 5th tallest building in the world.
Cheonggyecheon (Hangul: 청계천) is a 10.9 km (7.0 miles) long, modern public recreation space in downtown Seoul, South Korea.
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Çeonggyeçeon
1 Cheonggyecheon-ro Cheonggyecheon (Hangul: 청계천) is a 10.9 km (7.0 miles) long, modern public recreation space in downtown Seoul, South Korea.
Hwaseong (Brilliant Castle/ Fortress) is the wall surrounding the centre of Suwon
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수원화성
320-2 Yeonghwa-dong Hwaseong (Brilliant Castle/ Fortress) is the wall surrounding the centre of Suwon
Everland
Everland-ro Everland is South Korea's largest theme park.
Gyeonghuigung Palace (Hangul: 경희궁)
Introduction During the latter half of the Joseon period, Gyeonghuigung Palace served as the secondary palace for the king.
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Gyeonghuigung
45 Saemunan-ro Gyeonghuigung Palace (Hangul: 경희궁)
Introduction During the latter half of the Joseon period, Gyeonghuigung Palace served as the secondary palace for the king.
Sungnyemun Gate is Korea's National Treasure No. 1, and its unofficial name is Namdaemun Gate.
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Namdaemun
40 Sejong-daero Sungnyemun Gate is Korea's National Treasure No. 1, and its unofficial name is Namdaemun Gate.
Kore Savaş Anıtı
29 Itaewon-ro The War Memorial of Korea (Jeonjaeng Ginyeom-gwan)
Introduction Namhansanseong Provincial Park is a very popular mountain-climbing and driving destination located just outside Seoul.
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Namhansanseong World Heritage Centre
731 Namhansanseong-ro Introduction Namhansanseong Provincial Park is a very popular mountain-climbing and driving destination located just outside Seoul.
Ewha Womans University is a private women's university in Seoul, South Korea
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Ewha Woman's University
Ewha Womans University is a private women's university in Seoul, South Korea
Take a subway line 7 get off at children's grandpark station ( O rini Dae gong won)
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Seul Çocuklar Büyük Parkı
Neungdong-ro Take a subway line 7 get off at children's grandpark station ( O rini Dae gong won)
Jogyesa Temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, and you will see Jogyesa Temple.
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Jogyesa Tapınağı
Jogyesa Temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea, and is famous for being located in the city. From the busy streets of Jongno, follow the road towards Anguk Subway Station, and you will see Jogyesa Temple.
Unhyeongung Palace (Hangul: 운현궁; Hanja: 雲峴宮), also known as Unhyeongung Royal Residence, is a former Korean royal residence located at 114-10 Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea. It was formerly the residence of Prince Regent Daewon-gun, ruler of Korea during the Joseon Dynasty in the 19th century, and father of Emperor Gojong. Gojong himself also lived in this residence until age 12 when he assumed the throne. It is currently a museum and is open to the public.
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Unhyeongung
464 Samil-daero Unhyeongung Palace (Hangul: 운현궁; Hanja: 雲峴宮), also known as Unhyeongung Royal Residence, is a former Korean royal residence located at 114-10 Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea. It was formerly the residence of Prince Regent Daewon-gun, ruler of Korea during the Joseon Dynasty in the 19th century, and father of Emperor Gojong. Gojong himself also lived in this residence until age 12 when he assumed the throne. It is currently a museum and is open to the public.
Seodaemun Hyeoungmuso (Seodaemun Prison History Hall) is a special museum located at Seodaemun Independence Park. It was built near the end of the Joseon Dynasty (~1910), and was where Japanese soldiers tortured then later executed Korean followers of the Independence Movement. Seodaemun Prison History Hall was built in remembrance of Seodaemun Prison, and to salute the Korean patriots.
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Seodaemun Prison History Hall
251 Tongil-ro Seodaemun Hyeoungmuso (Seodaemun Prison History Hall) is a special museum located at Seodaemun Independence Park. It was built near the end of the Joseon Dynasty (~1910), and was where Japanese soldiers tortured then later executed Korean followers of the Independence Movement. Seodaemun Prison History Hall was built in remembrance of Seodaemun Prison, and to salute the Korean patriots.
Introduction Naksan gong-won (park)) gets its name from its camel hump-like appearance. In Korean 'nakta' means camel and 'san' means mountain.
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Naksan Parkı
41 Naksan-gil Introduction Naksan gong-won (park)) gets its name from its camel hump-like appearance. In Korean 'nakta' means camel and 'san' means mountain.
Gyeongnidan-gil Yolu
210-65 Itaewon-dong Gyeongnidan-gil (street)) is a famous street
Yook-Sam (The “63” Building), Seoul
With 63 floors measuring a total height of 264 meters, 63 Building is Korea’s tallest and most recognized building. 63 Building boasts spectacular views of the Hangang River and the surrounding Bugaksan, Namsan and Gwanaksan Mountains.
63 Building has undergone considerable renovation and the basement floor boasts convenience facilities including 63 Sea World, 63 IMAX theater, the nation's largest buffet restaurant “Buffet Pavilion,” and a host of other restaurants.
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63 Building
50 63-roYook-Sam (The “63” Building), Seoul
With 63 floors measuring a total height of 264 meters, 63 Building is Korea’s tallest and most recognized building. 63 Building boasts spectacular views of the Hangang River and the surrounding Bugaksan, Namsan and Gwanaksan Mountains.
63 Building has undergone considerable renovation and the basement floor boasts convenience facilities including 63 Sea World, 63 IMAX theater, the nation's largest buffet restaurant “Buffet Pavilion,” and a host of other restaurants.
Seorae Maeul (Seorae French Village), or French Town, is a small French neighborhood in Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu home to over 500 French and European expats.
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서래마을
Seorae Maeul (Seorae French Village), or French Town, is a small French neighborhood in Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu home to over 500 French and European expats.
Starfield COEX Mall, Asia's largest underground shopping mall, is located in Gangnam district of Seoul
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Starfield COEX Mall
Starfield COEX Mall, Asia's largest underground shopping mall, is located in Gangnam district of Seoul
뚝섬유원지
139 Gangbyeon Expressway Ttukseom Resort, 纛岛游园
Bugak Skyway, which runs along the northeast ridge of Bugaksan (Mt.), has become known as the most beautiful driving route in Korea ever since it opened in September of 1968. The road is forested by thick greenery and leads to an octagonal pavilion (Palgakjeong) located at the top of the mountain, allowing visitors to appreciate a panoramic view of the whole city of Seoul.
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Skyway Bukak
267 Bugaksan-ro Bugak Skyway, which runs along the northeast ridge of Bugaksan (Mt.), has become known as the most beautiful driving route in Korea ever since it opened in September of 1968. The road is forested by thick greenery and leads to an octagonal pavilion (Palgakjeong) located at the top of the mountain, allowing visitors to appreciate a panoramic view of the whole city of Seoul.
Mongchontoseong Fortress
88-3 Oryun-dongMongchontoseong (Mongchon Earthern Fortress)
Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405
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Changdeokgung
99 Yulgok-ro Changdeokgung Palace was the second royal villa built following the construction of Gyeongbukgung Palace in 1405
Gwanghwamun Gate
161 Sajik-ro Gwanghwamun is the main gate of Gyeongbukgung Palace
Dongnimmun station
Dongnimmun Gate (Independence Gate)
Insa-dong
Insa-dong gil (street)) is a famous street
Changgyeonggung Sarayı
185 Changgyeonggung-roChang gyeong gung (palace))
Museum Kimchikan, a new museum of Kimchi based on a long tradition, is starting to tell new stories of the old food, Kimchi, to both Koreans and people throughout the world.
Kimchi Field Museum
35-4 Insadong-gilMuseum Kimchikan, a new museum of Kimchi based on a long tradition, is starting to tell new stories of the old food, Kimchi, to both Koreans and people throughout the world.
NATIONAL GUGAK CENTER
Gugak, the broad range of traditional Korean music.
Pronunciation guglibgug-ag-won
국립국악원
2364 Nambusunhwan-ro NATIONAL GUGAK CENTER
Gugak, the broad range of traditional Korean music.
Pronunciation guglibgug-ag-won
Entertainment & Activities
Lotte World
Olympic-ro Lotte World is one of the must- go places when you are in Seoul!
Seul Büyük Parkı
Daegongwongwangjang-ro 서울대공원 (Seoul Dae Gong Won) Seoul Grand Park.
Essentials
Lotte Mart
405 Hangang-daero Lotte Mart - Seoul Station Branch (롯데마트-서울역점)
emart Gongdeok
212 Baekbeom-ro emart Mapo Gongdeok. Address : Seoul Mapo-gu 212, Baekbeom-ro.
아현시장
62 Mapo-daero 21-gil A walk in the traditional Ahyeon market of Seoul
International Health Care Center, Yonsei University Severance Hospital
By Subway :
From Sinchon Subway Station (Line 2, Exit 1 for shuttle bus or Exit 3 for 15 minute walk)
From Dongnimmun Subway Station (Line 3, Exit 4)→Maeul (Village) Bus 8, 8-1 (5 minutes)
By Bus :
Bus Stop→Front of Severance Hospital
Blue Bus (Main Line): 163, 171, 270, 272, 370, 470, 472, 601, 606, 700, 750, 751
Green Bus (Branch Line): 6714, 7014, 7017, 7020, 7712 (Chungjeongno Direction), 7015, 8-1 (Seodaemun), 8 (Seodaemun)
Red Bus (Wide Area Line): 9600, 9601, 9602, 9702, 9704, 9706, 9708, 9713
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Severance Hospital
50-1 Yonsei-roInternational Health Care Center, Yonsei University Severance Hospital
By Subway :
From Sinchon Subway Station (Line 2, Exit 1 for shuttle bus or Exit 3 for 15 minute walk)
From Dongnimmun Subway Station (Line 3, Exit 4)→Maeul (Village) Bus 8, 8-1 (5 minutes)
By Bus :
Bus Stop→Front of Severance Hospital
Blue Bus (Main Line): 163, 171, 270, 272, 370, 470, 472, 601, 606, 700, 750, 751
Green Bus (Branch Line): 6714, 7014, 7017, 7020, 7712 (Chungjeongno Direction), 7015, 8-1 (Seodaemun), 8 (Seodaemun)
Red Bus (Wide Area Line): 9600, 9601, 9602, 9702, 9704, 9706, 9708, 9713
Shopping
Lotte Outlets - Seoul Station Branch
Lotte Outlet - Seoul Station
KAKAO Friends Store - Lotte Young Plaza Myeongdong
The Hyundai Department Store Sinchon
Lotte Duty Free Main Store
9-11FL. Lotte Department 1 Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Lotte Duty Free Main Store
30 Eulji-ro Lotte Duty Free Main Store
9-11FL. Lotte Department 1 Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
The main branch of Lotte Department Store is located in Myeong-dong’s fashion district. Myeong-dong offers the largest shopping area in Korea, with 2 million shoppers visiting on a daily basis, playing an essential role in international tourism. Lotte Department Store is conveniently located near major forms of transportation and is the leading department store in Korea.
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Lotte Department Store Main
81 Namdaemun-ro The main branch of Lotte Department Store is located in Myeong-dong’s fashion district. Myeong-dong offers the largest shopping area in Korea, with 2 million shoppers visiting on a daily basis, playing an essential role in international tourism. Lotte Department Store is conveniently located near major forms of transportation and is the leading department store in Korea.
Food Scene
파리바게트 애오개점
617-49 Ahyeon-dong Pari Baguette
Starbucks
6-1 Namdaemunno 5(o)-ga starbucks
메이탄 마포점
美談 chinese restaurant