Soul of Korea: Culture, Nature, and Adventure

Project M - Hyundai Dongdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프로젝트M 현대동대문)

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- Address : 5F, 20, Jangchungdan-ro 13-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-2283-2522

- Opening Hours
10:30-21:00

- Day Off
Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Men’s Clothing

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

This work was created by the Korea Tourism Organization for 24 years and opened as the first type of public Nuri. You can download it for free from the Korea Tourism Organization, https://kto.visitkorea.or.kr/eng.kto

Daehyun Dewl - Hyundai Dongdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (대현 듀엘 현대동대문)

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- Address : 20, Jangchungdan-ro 13-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-2283-2126

- Opening Hours
10:30-21:00

- Day Off
Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Women’s Clothing

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

Uniqlo - Sinsa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 신사)

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- Address : B1-2F (Inwoo Bldg., Sinsa-dong), 145, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul B1-2F (Inwoo Bldg., Sinsa-dong)

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-541-9046

- Opening Hours
11:00-21:30

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Other Fashion & Clothing, Men’s Clothing, Women’s Clothing

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Artbox - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 가로수)

⊙ Ppeokkugi (뻐꾸기)

- Tel
+82-2-512-6798

It is a place frequented by a lot of young people. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled beef tripe.

⊙ ID Hospital (아이디병원)

ID Hospital offers innovative medical services and one-stop solutions, delivering value that is more than just beauty. A plastic surgery clinic comparable to a large hospital, ID Hospital ensures safe, personalized treatments with cutting-edge technology and world-class expertise.
From facial contouring to Mommy Makeover, the clinic creates harmonious transformations that enhance patient's natural beauty and confidence.

⊙ ID Clinic (Sinsa Branch) (아이디의원(신사점))

ID Cosmedical Group, consisting of ID Plastic Surgery and ID Dermatology, has launched a beauty clinic brand with a new concept that combines its extensive expertise and experience.
Based on its high-quality medical services, ID Clinic offers personalized beauty solutions with exceptional convenience at reasonable costs.

⊙ Meilijie - Garosu Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (메이리지에 가로수2호)

⊙ SADDLER HAUS (새들러하우스)

- Homepage
https://www.instagram.com/saddlerhaus_bakery/

Saddler Haus is a charming café nestled in the chic Garosu-gil of Sinsa-dong. It is known for its customizable signature waffles, which can be tailored with a variety of flavors like sesame seeds, cheese, and basil. The café offers a seasonal drink named Summer Chocolate, exclusively available from June to November. Other unique beverages such as Saddler spänner and Plum squash are also popular. Owing to the café's cozy size, when seating is at capacity, visitors may be limited to a stay of up to 1 to 1.5 hours.

⊙ Patagonia - Garosugil Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (파타고니아 가로수길직영점)

⊙ The Plus Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (더플러스 성형외과)

- Homepage
http://theplusps.com

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⊙ Anxin International Medical Co,.Ltd (안심국제 주식회사)

Established in 2016, Anxin International Medical has been dedicated to attracting international patients since its inception. Over the past eight years, we have grown into a specialized medical tourism company with extensive experience. The company holds international travel agency permits, certified coordinators, and cosmetologist licenses, having served over 1,000 tourists during this time. Anxin International Medical offers a comprehensive range of services, including Korean medical consulting, interpretation, appointment scheduling, caregiving, airport pickups, and guided tours. The company has strong partnerships with numerous reputable Korean plastic surgery clinics, dermatology centers, health checkup clinics, dental clinics, hair transplant centers, obstetrics and gynecology clinics, and general hospitals. We remains committed to our founding principle: providing a "safe and reliable journey in Korea".

EW Folder - Sangbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (EW 폴더 상봉)

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- Address : Sangbong Duo Turris, 131, Sangbong-ro, Jungnang-gu, Seoul Sangbong Duo Turris

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-432-3208

- Opening Hours
10:00-22:30

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Shoes

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Enter 6 - Sangbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (㈜엔터식스 상봉점)

⊙ ABC Mart - Sangbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 상봉점)

⊙ Himart - Sangbong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 상봉점)

⊙ Yongma Land (용마랜드)

- Homepage
https://cafe.naver.com/yongmaland/

Yongma Land, a private amusement park, was opened at the foot of Yongmasan Mountain in 1983, and closed its doors in 2011. Having spent some time as a derelict building, it has now been repurposed as a nostalgia-filled space. It was made famous as the filming location of Crayon Pop’s "Bar Bar Bar" music video. Since then, it has become a renowned destination for photography, thanks to its unique atmosphere created by the combination of lush greenery and derelict amusement rides. Entry may be restricted in the case of filming or space rentals, so make sure to check with the management before you head to the amusement park. Yongma Land is located next to Bonghwa Middle School, at Exit 1 of Mangu Station, Gyeongui–Jungang Line.

⊙ Seoul Mangusan Mountain (망우산(서울))

- Homepage
www.jungnang.seoul.kr

- Tel
+82-2-2094-2395

Mangusan Mountain at 281.7 meters above sea level spans across Mangu-dong and Myeonmok-dong of Seoul, and Guri-si of Gyeonggi-do. Located on the mountain is Mangu Cemetery, which was designated as a public cemetery in 1933. Since its designation, many popular people have been buried here including children’s literature author Bang Jeong-hwan (penname: Sopa), independence activists Oh Se-chang and Han Yong-un, and Ji Seok-young who pioneered the use of the smallpox vaccination in Korea and was also a Korean linguist. In addition, tombstones bearing chronological listings of seven popular poets and one educator were installed at the park, making the cemetery a venue for historical education. The park also has Sin Gyeong-jin Sindobi, a cultural asset designated as Seoul Tangible Cultural Property No. 95. It is a monument of Sin Gyeong-jin, an official scholar of the Joseon dynasty.

The park also has a 5.2-kilometer-long circular road named “The Thinking Path”. The name was selected through a public competition held in May 1998. Other facilities include the urban environment and nature observation road, a wooden gazebo, and a mineral spring. Thanks to the well managed trees and clean air, the park is visited by many citizens seeking a place to rest.

⊙ Bonghwasan Mountain - Seoul (봉화산 (서울))

- Homepage
www.jungnang.go.kr/

- Tel
+82-2-2094-2353

Bonghwasan Mountain (alt. 160 meters) in Jungnang-gu, Seoul offers scenic views of Buramsan, Dobongsan, and Namsan mountains. From the mountain, hikers can even see as far as the Yangju area of Gyeonggi-do Province to the north. Officially designated a “neighborhood park” in July 1977, Bonghwasan Mountain has a variety of convenience facilities, not least of which is the beacon tower of Achasan Bongsudae (remolded in 1994) perched on the mountain summit. Also near the summit is Sansingak Shrine, which is the site of the annual Bonghwasan Dodanggut (Intangible Cultural Property of Seoul), a shamanistic rite performed on the third day of the third lunar month.

⊙ Olive Young - Jungnang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 중랑점)

Coach - Lotte Main Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코우치 롯데본점)

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- Address : 81, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-772-3133

- Opening Hours
10:30-20:00

- Day Off
Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day) holidays

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Leather Goods & Bags, Women’s Clothing

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

Glam Eyewear - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (글램아이웨어 홍대)

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- Address : 2F, 23, Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-507-1404-6279

- Opening Hours
10:30-21:00

- Parking
Not available

- Items for Sale
Eyewear

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Kangol - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (캉골 홍대)

⊙ B-hind (비하인드)

- Tel
+82-2-3141-7212

Cafe B-hind typifies a quiet, secluded place located behind the main roads, away from the heart of the city. The cafe aims to provide a space where people can take a break and enjoy conversation. Additionally, the "B-" in the name represents analog, which inspired most of the cafe's design concept. The cafe is decorated with a glass window, large chalkboard wall, a cozy exterior that fits the elegant interior.

"This Month's Sandwich" is also selected every month, providing great tasting sandwiches that add to the overall experience. Wine novices may also indulge themselves in a sweet glass of wine without the worry of being detected as an inexperienced wine drinker. Furthermore, B-hind is located on the streets of Hongik University, where people can enjoy the culture, shopping at the free market, or watching one of many street performances.

⊙ Gentle Monster - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (젠틀몬스터 홍대)

⊙ Rolling Hall (롤링홀)

- Homepage
www.rollinghall.co.kr (Korean, English)

- Tel
+82-2-325-6071

Rolling Hall is a cultural complex ideal for holding a wide variety of artistic and cultural events.
It has hosted renowned international acts, underground musicians, and indie
bands. Equipped with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, the hall
has the distinctive, liberal ambience of the live clubs in the Hongdae (Hongik University) area.

Audiences can enjoy musical
performances in pop, hip hop, jazz ballad, and rock in an intimate atmosphere that is not likely to be found in large concert halls.

⊙ Lens Me - Sangsu Café Street Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (렌즈미상수카페거리점)

⊙ Well [Tax Refund Shop] (웰빙할인마트)

⊙ Geudaewain (그대와인)

- Tel
+82-2-6402-7757

Well-known for German white wine. The representative menu is house-made beer. This Korean cuisine is located near Hapjeong Station, Seoul.

⊙ Cshop Hongdae Flagship [Tax Refund Shop] (씨샵 홍대 플래그쉽)

⊙ TEISTY BURGER (테이스티버거)

- Homepage
www.instagram.com/teisty_burger

Singer Tei
This is a handmade burger restaurant of singer Tei, who is famous for being a gourmand. The representative menu is the ‘KRAKEN BURGER’ with squid ink buns, squid patties, and tartar sauce. Crispy and chewy squid patties are attractive. You can enjoy the burger even more moistly by pressing the burger bun and popping the egg yolk. In addition to the main store in Hongdae, there is also a store in Jamsil.

Charles & Keith - NOON SQUARE Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (찰스앤키스 눈스퀘어)

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- Address : 2F, 14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul 2F

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-318-5376

- Opening Hours
11:00-20:30

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Leather Goods & Bags, Eyewear

- Shop Guide
Refund method (Time-frame) : Claim for refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ KINGKONG Budaejjigae Myeongdong Noon Square(킹콩부대찌개 명동눈스퀘어)

- Tel
+82-2-3789-8812

This is a Korean cuisine located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. The representative menu is sausage stew. Budaejjigae (spicy sausage stew) is a soup dish made with various types of ham and Korean broth and sauces.

⊙ Thai GARDEN (타이가든)

- Tel
+82-2-754-3005

This is a Asian restaurant located in Myeong-dong, Seoul. A restaurant where the food is directly prepared and cooked by Thai chefs. The representative menu is pad Thai.

⊙ The Masyalla (더마샬라)

- Tel
+82-2-754-8939

Located near Myeongdong, this Indian restaurant is famous among office workers. This Indian (cuisine) restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is chicken curry.

⊙ TODAi Myeong-dong(토다이 명동)

- Tel
+82-2-3783-4200

It features more than 250 menu items including seafood, Korean, Western, Chinese, and Japanese dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is buffet.

⊙ H&M - Myeongdong Branch No.1 (H&M - 명동1호점)

- Homepage
www.hm.com/kr (Korean)
H&M international

- Tel
+82-2-3783-4881

H&M, established in Sweden in 1947, is a global fashion brand with more than 2,000 stores in over 35 countries throughout the world. There are currently three H&M stores in Korea.

The H&M Myeongdong branch no.1 occupies four floors, each with a unique interior, inside Noon Square (shopping mall). It sells a wide variety of clothes and other fashion items for women, men and children. It also introduces new designs and items by over 100 designers every day.

⊙ NOON Square (눈스퀘어)

- Tel
+82-2-3783-5005

NOON Square is a large shopping complex located at the center of Myeong-dong, known as a mecca of fashion and culture. It features a wide range of both domestic and international fashion brands. The highlight of NOON Square is Level 5 located on the 5th floor. Level 5 is designed with a concept of "multi-shop within multi-shop," featuring unique and original fashion goods designed by new independent designers. In addition, NOON Square is the first venue in Korea to install an outdoor escalator.

⊙ Innisfree - Myeong-dong Branch (이니스프리 명동점)

- Homepage
innisfree.co.kr
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

- Tel
+82-2-776-0117

Innisfree is a mid-price ranged cosmetic brand popular among a wide range of consumers. Deeply loved by teens and young women who share their belief in preserving the balance of nature by purchasing eco-friendly and green life products, the brand focuses on marketing their use of unharmful ingredients as well as the benefits of their 'pure ingredient' lines.