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Eunpyeong Hanok Village, Seoul: Modern Hanok Homes Below Bukhansan

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Eunpyeong Hanok Village (은평한옥마을) is a modern hanok (traditional Korean house) village in Jingwan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul. It was created after Bukchon and Seochon as a newer hanok area, and it forms a historic and cultural village together with Bukhansan National Park and Jingwansa Temple. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) About the Village The land here was sold to individuals on the condition that they build only hanok. Each owner built according to their own taste, so the houses differ in shape and in the color of their wood, which makes them fun to look at. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) Things to See and Do Hanok streets: Walk past houses that each have their own design. Walking paths and cafes: The village has walking paths, cafes and other facilities. Eunpyeong History Hanok Museum: A museum with a rooftop observation deck (admission fee: KRW 1,000). Jingwansa Temple: The temple that gave Jingwan-dong its name is close to the...
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Myeongdong, Seoul: Shopping Streets and Myeongdong Cathedral

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Myeongdong (명동) is a shopping area in Jung-gu, central Seoul, that feels like a huge shopping city. The main shopping street runs about 1 km from Myeongdong Station on Line 4 toward Euljiro and Lotte Department Store.

Shopping street in Myeongdong with stores and street stalls

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

About Myeongdong

The area is packed with brand stores, department stores and small shops. Known as a mecca of fashion trends, it sells clothes, shoes, accessories and more. Lotte Department Store and Shinsegae Department Store are nearby, along with the shopping malls Noon Square, Migliore and M Plaza.

Narrow side street in Myeongdong lined with shops

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Things to See and Do

  • Shopping: Brand stores, department stores and shopping malls in one area.
  • Food: Family restaurants and fast food, as well as Korean, Western and Japanese restaurants.
  • Myeongdong Cathedral: The cathedral of the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul.
  • Myeongdong Theater: A theater in the restored building of the old National Theater.
  • Cartoon Street: A street themed on cartoons.
Myeongdong Cathedral seen from the plaza

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Before You Go

  • The street itself is open at all times. Store hours differ by shop.
  • The area also has hair salons, banks, cinemas and other services.
  • For tourist information, contact the Myeongdong Tourist Information Center.
Main street of Myeongdong with shop signs

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Basic Information

NameMyeongdong (명동)
AddressMyeongdong 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 중구 명동2가
HoursStreet open 24 hours (shop hours vary)
ClosedNone
ParkingAvailable
ContactMyeongdong Tourist Information Center, +82-2-778-0333

How to Get There

  • Subway: Myeongdong Station (Line 4).
Corner of a Myeongdong street with a large cosmetics store

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

This post was prepared using Korean public data (Korea Tourism Organization), but some details may differ from the current situation. Please use it only as a reference for your trip to Korea, and if you need more information, search for the title of this post on Google or another search engine.

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

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