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Uidong Valley, Seoul: A Mountain Stream Below Bukhansan

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Uidong Valley (우이동계곡) is a signature valley of Gangbuk, lying between Dobongsan and Bukhansan in northern Seoul. A clear stream flows down from Bukhansan through Ui-dong, with walking paths along the water. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) Ui Gugok: The Nine Bends The stream's nine bends are called Ui Gugok . The name was given by the scholar Hong Yang-ho (pen name Igye), who lived here from 1762. He loved the valley so much that he named nine spots along it and wrote Uidong Gugokgi , a record of the nine bends. It remains Seoul's only work of gugok literature. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) Things to See and Do Walks along the stream: Stairs and walking paths run along the valley. Summer by the water: Shady paths and water play make the valley a cool escape from the summer heat. Food by the stream: Restaurants sit along the stream. Chicken porridge (dakjuk) is considered a summer delicacy. Temples up the valley: About 20 min...
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Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong, Seoul: Cafes, Fashion and Beauty

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Looking for a stylish street in Gangnam where you can shop, sip coffee and simply wander? Garosu-gil (가로수길) in Sinsa-dong is one of Gangnam's main shopping streets. Its name means "tree-lined road," and the ginkgo trees along the sidewalks give the street a leafy look in the middle of the city.

Garosu-gil street sign with a ginkgo leaf in Sinsa-dong, Seoul

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

What Is Garosu-gil?

Garosu-gil is a busy street in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, and is often called "Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil." It runs from the intersection in front of Hyundai High School to the three-way junction with Dosan-daero, east of Sinsa Station.

In the past, the street was home to many art galleries and film companies. Over time, it has been reshaped into a fashion-focused district.

Shops and buildings along Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Things to See and Do

  • Cafes and restaurants: Coffee shops and restaurants line the street.
  • Designer fashion: You will find designer stores, luxury labels and a variety of other brands.
  • Beauty stores: Many beauty brands have shops here, making it a good stop for K-beauty shopping.
  • Pop-up stores: Fashion and beauty pop-ups appear along the street.
View down Garosu-gil with shops on both sides

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Colorful character mural on a building in Garosu-gil

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Glass-fronted store behind ginkgo trees on Garosu-gil

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Before You Go

  • Opening hours and closing days differ by shop. Check each store directly before you visit.
  • Parking is not available, so public transportation is recommended.
  • Garosu-gil is a public street, so there is no admission fee.
White store building on a corner of Garosu-gil

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Basic Information

NameSinsa-dong Garosu-gil (신사동 가로수길)
Address23 Garosu-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Sinsa-dong)
서울특별시 강남구 가로수길 23
HoursVary by shop
ClosedVaries by shop
AdmissionFree (public street)
ParkingNot available
Tourist informationGangnam Tourist Information Center, +82-2-3445-0111

How to Get There

  • Subway: Sinsa Station (Line 3 / Shinbundang Line), Exit 8 (about 450 m).
  • Also nearby: Apgujeong Station (Line 3), Exit 4.
Trees and shop signs on a Garosu-gil side street

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Map

Tips

  • Jamwon Hangang Park is within walking distance, so you can combine your visit with a walk by the Han River.

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI), KOGL Type 1

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