Soul of Korea: Culture, Nature, and Adventure: August 2025

Innisfree - Konkuk Univ. Green Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 건대그린)

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- Address : 1F, 127, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-464-8492

- Opening Hours
10:30-22:00

- Parking
Not available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Perfume & Cosmetics

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Miromiro - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (미로미로 건대)

⊙ Mouse Rabbit (마우스래빗)

- Homepage
www.instagram.com/mouserabbit_official

SUPER JUNIOR Yesung
SUPER JUNIOR’s Yesung, who loves coffee, opened this cafe with her younger brother. It is also called 'Yesung Cafe' and is visited by domestic fans as well as foreign customers. Yesung serves himself, and it is decorated like a hideout. The cafe building, which consists of the first basement floor and the second floor above ground, catches the eye with a different theme for each floor. Ssamanko Smoothie and Icy Blue Smoothie are popular menu items.

⊙ Olive Young - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 건대)

⊙ Dokidoki (도키도키)

- Tel
+82-507-1311-9884

A place that sells grilled intestines loved by Koreans. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled salted pork intestine. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.

⊙ Umaido - Konkuk Univ. Branch (우마이도 건대)

- Tel
+82-2-467-8788

It is a gourmet restaurant serving delicious Japanese ramen near Konkuk Univ. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is instant noodles.

⊙ 12minutes (트웰브미닛)

- Homepage
www.instagram.com/12minutes_official/

12minutes is a croissant and pastry shop that offers fresh and delicious desserts under the slogan "12 minutes, croissant at its best." 12minutes puts out fresh croissants and pastries every day. The bakery used to be an old paper mill, which inspired the owner to open a shop to create deliciously layered croissants in a place that used to produce sheets of paper. The remodeled bakery still retains the old charms of the paper mill.

⊙ Solb - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (솔브 건대)

⊙ Konkuk University Medical Center (건국대학교병원)

Founded in 1931, Konkuk University Medical Center utilizes the latest medical technologies and advanced equipment to provide the highest level of healthcare services. We have state-of-the-art medical devices and equipment including the latest robotic surgery systems and a complete medical computerization system, 842 beds, 9 focus centers,14 specialized treatment centers, and a healthcare center for accurate early diagnosis.
Under the safe treatment system, our best medical staff and employees who communicate and empathize with patients do our best to create a patient-centered hospital that both patients and their families can trust the most.

⊙ Olive Young - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 건대입구)

- Homepage
oliveyoung.co.kr

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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

The Handsome Club Monaco - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (한섬 클럽모나코 가로수)

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- Address : 75, Nonhyeon-ro 175-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-518-2252

- Opening Hours
11:00-21:00

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

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Men’s Clothing, Accessories, Women’s Clothing

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Åland - Garosugil Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (에이랜드 가소수길점)

⊙ IS Isnana - Garosu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (IS 이즈나나 가로수)

⊙ Ming Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (밍약국)

⊙ Bridge optical[Korea Quality]/브릿지안경[한국관광 품질인증]

- Homepage
http://blog.naver.com/5436846

- Tel
+82-2-543-6846

Bridge Optical is an eyewear store handling domestic and foreign brands and designer glasses. The store interior has a youthful, cafe-like feel and customers can freely browse and try on any frame displayed. Price tags are for frames plus 1.6 high index lenses. Bridge has a wide range of designer spectacles and sunglasses, as well as cases and other accessories. The store maintains a blog about new lines and events, so check the blog before visiting the store.

⊙ 10 Corso Como Outlets [Tax Refund Shop] (10꼬르소꼬모 아울렛)

⊙ ROROMOON [Tax Refund Shop] (로로문쇼룸)

⊙ GlassApgujeong [Tax Refund Shop] (안경 압구정)

⊙ SAINT JAMES SEOUL/세인트 제임스 서울

- Homepage
http://www.saint-james.co.kr

- Tel
+82-2-543-4628

Saint James Boutique Seoul, opened in November 2013 near Garosu-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul and is well known to Seoulites for its marine styling. The store sells women’s, men's and children's wear, plus shoes, hats, bags and accessories. Featured brands are SAINT JAMES (France), BUDDY (Japan), VEJA (France), SOLUDOS (USA), BRONTE (Netherlands), INFIELDER DESIGN (Japan), LAVENHAM (UK), and ROCKY MOUNTAIN FEATHERBED (Japan).

⊙ Alo Eyewear - Garosu-gil Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (알로안경가로수길점)

Kakao Friends - Young Plaza Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (카카오프렌즈 영플라자명동)

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- Address : 1F Lotte Department Store Main Branch, 67, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul Kakao Friends, 1F of Lotte Department Store Main Branch

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-2118-5150

- Opening Hours
11:30-21:00

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

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Souvenir Shop, Others Retail

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ STYLENANDA - Myeongdong Branch (스타일난다 - 명동점)

- Homepage
en.stylenanda.com
(Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese)

- Tel
+82-502-2118-5233

styleNANDA is the offline store of a leading online company specializing in women's fashion. The store sells a variety of women's fashion items.

⊙ Gugus - Myeong-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구구스 롯데 명동점)

- Homepage
www.gugus.co.kr

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⊙ Myeong-dong Myeong Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (명동명약국)

⊙ Internet Eyewear [Tax Refund Shop] (인터넷안경)

Taj - Doota Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (TAJ 두타)

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- Address : 5F-026, Doosan Tower Bldg., 275, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 5F-026, Doosan Tower Bldg.

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-3398-6577

- Opening Hours
10:30-24:00

- 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) : Immediate tax refund

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

Olive Young - Gangnam Finance Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강남파이낸스)

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- Address : 152, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Saturday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-508-5390

- Opening Hours
08:00-22:30

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Perfume & Cosmetics, Others Retail

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Cheongsu Hoetjip (청수횟집)

- Homepage
www.청수횟집.kr (Korean only)

- Tel
+82-2-554-5252

"Cheongsu Hoetjip" is a restaurant that has been serving raw fish for over 20 years. Along with the natural raw fish menu, the restaurant also offers , hard-boiled food, and more. Fresh seafood is delivered from the Donghaean Blue Belt area everyday including Daejin, Gajin, Namae, Geumjin, and Jukbyeon Port , for great tasting raw fish.

⊙ Olive Young - Yeoksam Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 역삼역)

⊙ Duko S.T.Dupont - Hyundai Trade Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (듀코 현대(백)무역 듀퐁)

⊙ LG Arts Center (LG아트센터)

- Homepage
www.lgart.com

- Tel
+82-2-2005-0114

LG Arts Center is a cultural complex space designed by Tadao Ando, a world-renowned architect. Its architectural excellence and design have won great acclaim. The main facilities contain performance halls, Art Lounge, and Studio. The LG SIGNATURE Hall, a multipurpose performance hall, has a capacity of 1,300. Its state-of-the-art facilities and sound design have drawn many visitors and performances to the complex.

⊙ CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

⊙ Giani's Napoli - Yeoksam Branch(지아니스나폴리 역삼)

- Tel
+82-2-566-0501

You can enjoy traditional Italian pizza baked in a fire oven. The best menu at this restaurant is pizza. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

⊙ Banobagi Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (바노바기성형외과의원)

- Homepage
www.banobagi.com

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⊙ Banobagi Plastic Surgery (바노바기성형외과의원)

Since 2009, BANOBAGI Plastic Surgery has been dedicated to creating a comprehensive medical system tailored to the needs of international patients. We continuously strive to deliver top-tier medical services alongside a range of convenience services designed to meet the expectations of our global clientele.
To ensure seamless communication and personalized care, we have specialized beauty counselors fluent in multiple languages, including Mongolian, English, Thai, Indonesian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian, and Burmese. These counselors provide customized and confidential consultations, along with additional services such as airport transfers and accommodation arrangements.
BANOBAGI Plastic Surgery excels in facial contouring, two-jaw surgery, anti-aging treatments (lifting), eye and nose surgery, breast and body procedures, and stem cell therapies. Beyond plastic surgery, we offer dermatology, non-invasive petit treatments, dental care, wellness programs, and cosmetic solutions, making us a comprehensive medical group capable of delivering one-stop care.

Olive Young - Eunhaengnamu Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 은행나무사거리)

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- Address : 705, Geumha-ro, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-802-8813

- Opening Hours
10:30-21:00

- Parking
Not available

- Items for Sale
Perfume & Cosmetics

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Homeplus Stores - Siheung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스스토어즈 시흥)

⊙ Olive Young - Homeplus Siheung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스시흥)

⊙ Olive Young - Siheung Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 시흥사거리)

⊙ 1001 Optics [Tax Refund Shop] (1001안경콘택트)

⊙ Parkchulwoong Optique [Tax Refund Shop] (박철웅안경원)

⊙ Geumcheon Youth Festival (금천청년축제)

- Tel
+82-2-2627-2583

The Geumcheon Youth Festival is a fun event for young people living on their own in Geumcheon, along Seoul Subway Line 1.

⊙ Himart - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 금천점)

⊙ Samseongsan Holy Ground (삼성산성지)

- Tel
+82-2-875-2271

During the Gihae Persecution of 1839, three French Catholic priests were sentenced to death for spreading Catholicism in Korea. Saint Laurent Joseph Marius Imbert (Bishop), Saint Pierre Philibert Maubant (Priest), and Saint Jacques Honore Chastan (Priest) were beheaded on September 21, 1839 at Saenamteo, currently known as the Saenamteo Catholic Holy Place of the Martyrs, and their bodies were buried at Samseongsan Mountain and later transferred to the grotto of Myeondong Cathedral.

⊙ Novotel Ambassador Doksan (노보텔 앰배서더 독산)

- Homepage
www.ambatel.com

- Tel
+82-2-838-1101

Novotel Ambassador Doksan is located between downtown Seoul and Gimpo International Airport with convenient transportation to Incheon International Airport. The business hotel has various types of guestrooms as well as an executive lounge, business center, fitness center, swimming pool and more. The hotel takes great pride in its banquet halls, reception halls, and conference halls. For the convenience of guests, the hotel also features restaurants, a shopping arcade, and a parking lot with space for up to 253 vehicles.

Jigott - Hyundai Gasan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지고트 현대가산)

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- Address : 3F, 9, Digital-ro 10-gil, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-2136-9819

- Opening Hours
10:30-21:00

- Parking
Available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Women’s Clothing

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

Olive Young - Sinnonhyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신논현)

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- Address : 507, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
- Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

- Information and Guides
+82-2-3444-5290

- Opening Hours
10:00-22:00

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

- Parking
Not available

- Restroom
Available

- Items for Sale
Perfume & Cosmetics, Others Retail

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

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Chamin Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (차민성형외과의원)

⊙ Spyder - Gangnam Nonhyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스파이더 강남논현)

⊙ CheongKwanJang - Nonhyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 논현)

⊙ Kumkang - Gangnam Main Branch (금강제화 (강남본점))

- Homepage
www.kumkang.com

- Tel
+82-2-541-8081

Kumkang is Korea's leading fashion retailer specializing in formal, casual and athletic footwear, as well as trendy clothing and accessories. Located on the famous Gangnam-daero, Kumkang Gangnam carries a wide selection of trendy footwear for both men and women. Moreover, customers may receive free product consultation from product specialists at the customer service center.

⊙ Asics - Gangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아식스 강남)

⊙ Made U (메이드유 의원)

Made U Clinic is a specialized medical center with branches in major cities starting from Seoul, focusing on dermatology and cosmetic procedures, including weight management. For weight management, the clinic offers comprehensive treatments, including appetite suppressants, fat and carbohydrate blockers, and supplements to mitigate side effects. These methods aim to maximize the effectiveness of weight control while minimizing potential side effects to ensure a safer and more efficient weight management experience and promote healthier and more sustainable weight loss.

The clinic also provides a range of dermatological treatments, such as Botox, fillers, laser toning, Fraxel, and Shurink. These procedures are designed to improve wrinkles, skin tone, and skin elasticity, using the latest technology to minimize side effects and achieve natural-looking results. In addition, Made U Clinic offers various non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including contouring injections and double lifting, which are popular among patients seeking to enhance their appearance through minimally invasive procedures.

⊙ Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic (강남브랜드안과의원)

Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic provides precise examinations, accurate diagnosis, and the highest quality medical services by leveraging cutting-edge equipment and advanced technology. It prioritizes safety by adhering to ethical principles and consistently strives for the best without taking shortcuts.
The clinic has established a global presence, attracting renowned figures worldwide, including Presidents of foreign countries and National Assembly members.
In 2024, Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic was recognized for its excellence in SCHWIND ATOS, based on numerous cases and research, to become the first SMILE LASIK training institute in Korea.
The medical staff at Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic is committed, with a sense of duty, to helping more people gain clear and bright vision through continuous SMILE LASIK research, as well as through teaching and training. The clinic takes a double verification process through its collaborative care system to achieve optimal results.

⊙ Nana Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (나나 성형외과의원)

⊙ Nana Plastic Surgery (나나성형외과의원)

Nana Plastic Surgery Center provides one-on-one care that takes into account individual characteristics.

We boast a system that makes patients feel at ease. For example, we have surveillance cameras in the operating room, a system where doctors are responsible for safe surgery with their real names, and a resident anesthesiologist.

We have specialized doctors in each field (eye/nose/breast/facial contouring cosmetic surgeries, cosmetic surgery for men, skin lifting, body contouring surgery, non-invasive procedures, collaboration with otolaryngologists, breast examination, etc.). They treat patients with great care and always strive for satisfactory results.