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The City That Never Sleeps

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CNN once stated that sleeping in Seoul is for losers.With so much to do in Korea's capital after sundown,they argued, hitting the pillow could only be a waste of time.For Seoul is a new world at night: as its glittering lights pop on tohail the onset of evening, a whole other urban landscape awakeswhere shining shopping malls, steamy saunas, and lively clubsand bars can be enjoyed round the clock. Relish the refreshingbreeze while cycling along the riverbanks at night, and when

hunger calls, enjoy a generous and delicious late night meal.Seoul the city that never sleeps shows a beautiful new sideat night, and is full of shimmering and mesmerizing lights.

Seouls Top Night-time Picks ................................................ 04

City Center: City Hall, Myeong-dong, Euljiro, Namdaemun Market ......... 06

Palace Quarter: Gwanghwamun, Jongno, Insa-dong, Bukchon ........... 10

Dongdaemun & Around: Dongdaemun Market ............................ 14

University Quarter: Hongik Univ., Sinchon, Ewha Womans Univ. ......... 18

Yongsan: Itaewon ............................................................... 22

Gangnam: Apgujeong-dong, Cheongdam-dong, Sinsa-dong, Seocho ...... 26

Seoul Travel Information ...................................................... 30

Seoul: The City That Never Sleeps

Publishing Date January 2014 Published by Seoul Metropolitan Government,Tourism Business Division Planning & Design Design Soomokwon

* For further information on Seoul Tourism, visit our website (www.visitseoul.net) ormobile application i Tour Seoul.

The shops recommended in this guide book have been carefully selectedby a panel of experts and consultants in the eld.

Copyrights to content and images in this book belong to Seoul Metropolitan Governmentand pertaining organizations and individuals. This book may not be reproduced in partor in whole without t he express permission of the copyright owners.

Seoul: The City That Never Sleeps

Publishing Date February 2014 Published by Seoul Metropolitan Government,Tourism Policy Division Planning & Design Design Soomokwon

* For further information on Seoul Tourism, visit our website (www.visitseoul.net) ormobile application iTourSeoul.

The shops recommended in this guide book have been carefully selected by a panelof experts and consultants in the eld.

Copyrights to content and images in this book belong to Seoul Metropolitan Governmentand pertaining organizations and individuals. This book may not be reproduced in partor in whole without t he express permission of the copyright owners.

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SeoulsTop Night- time Picks

6Getting the StarTreatment: aMassageat a Jjimjilbang(Korean Spa)see p24

7See Seouls ColorfulNight Lights aboarda Cruise Shipsee p30

8Discover TraditionalKorean Spirits andCuisinesee p13

9Sing and DanceLike a Starat a karaokesee p21

10Soak in the Stunning Night Views ofthe Hangang Riversee p29

1Hot Nights atHongdaes HottestClubssee p19

2Night Shopping forFull Fashionat Dongdaemunsee p15

3Music, Drinks,and Gangnam Style Barssee p28

4Tasting theWorld at ItaewonsLate-nightRestaurantssee p25

5Traditional KoreanMusic for PassionateModern Audiencessee p7


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CityCenter

City Center

mustdo

The true historical heart of Seoul, with City Hallstanding at its center. Spend the day atMyeong-dong or Namdaemun Market, then enjoya fabulous dinner and dessert at the new landmarkOfce Building Arcade.

Another great option is to watch performances ofmodern reinterpretations of traditional Koreanmusic. Or visit the N Seoul Tower Observatory,where the entire city can be seen glittering afterdark.

Wheretraditionandmodernityco-exist

TraditionalKorean Musicfor PassionateModernAudiences

Take an eveningstroll at a JoseonRoyal Palace

City Hall, Myeong-dong, Euljiro, Namdaemun Market

Recommended Course

Dinner at Ofce Building Arcade

Catch a performance or visit Deoksugung Palace See Seoul from the N Seoul Tower Observatory

NantaThis non-verbal performance is based on thetraditional Korean rhythms of samulnori .

Myeong-dong Nanta TheaterPremium 70,000 won, VIP 60,000 won, S-Seats 50,000won, A-Seats 40,000 won

5pm, 8pm (100 minutes)Euljiro 1(il)ga Stn (Line 2), 5-minute walk from Exits 5 or 602-739-8288

http://nanta.i-pmc.co.kr 26, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu

Miso A traditional arts performance that unfolds

like a drama, featuring Korean dance,instrumentals, and folk dances such as pungmulnori , pansori , and more.

R-Seats 50,000 won, S-Seat 40,000 won4pm, 8pm (80 minutes, no performances on Mondays)City Hall Stn (Lines 1,2) Exits 1 or 12, Seodaemun Stn(Line 5) Exit 5, walk 5 minutes

02-751-1500 http://www.chongdong.com 43, Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu

Deoksugung PalaceThis palace is the only one in Seoul toregularly remain open late at night. Itsarchitecture spans traditional Koreanthrough to recognizably-modern designs.There are live performances of traditionalKorean arts (song, dance, and music) everyThursday from May through September atJeonggwanheon, where Gojong, Koreas lastking and rst emperor, often used to rest.

1,000 won for adults above 25 years old (500 won forforeign visitors 7-24 years old)

9am-9pm (Closed on Mondays) City Hall Stn (Lines 1,2), 5-minute walk from Exits 1 or 202-751-0734

http://www.deoksugung.go.kr 99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu



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N Seoul owerLocated atop Seouls centrally-placedNamsan Mountain, N Seoul Tower is thecitys most iconic landmark, allowing visitorsto enjoy spectacular panoramic views of thecapital.

Observatory: AdultsYouths 9,000 won,SeniorsChildren 7,000 won

Combined entry to the Observatory and Alive Museum: AdultsYouths 15,000 won,SeniorsChildren 11,000 won

Observatory 10am-11pm (Saturdays 10am-12am),Restaurants 11am-11pm (Some from 10am-10pm),

Alive Museum 10am-9:30pmNamsan Sunhwan Shuttle Bus 235, or take theNamsan Cable Car02-3455-9277http://www.nseoultower.co.kr

105, Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu

Seoul, My Story When thinking of somewhere to enjoy a night view of Seoul,the rst place that comes to mind for most people - includingmyself - is N Seoul ower. Also, because it is so popular,the place is always lled with life.RAVIPA CHONGVERUWON From Thailand

City Center

musteat

City Center

mustsee

Eat kalguksu and dumplingsat Myeong-dong

Gyoja

Dine at the OfficeBuilding Arcade

See Seouls NightLights fromN Seoul Tower

Visitors to the Cheonggyecheon Streambetween Euljiro 2-ga and Euljiro 3-ga subwaystations will not fail to notice a long line of tallskyscrapers by the urban waterway. Within theirwalls can be found many of Seouls famousrestaurants and cafs serving everything fromKorean, Chinese and Japanese to Thai andItalian. Expect impeccable service and a greatevenings dining.

Center One Building Varies by restaurant, though most operate until 10pm(Closed during Lunar New Years and Chuseok holidays)Euljiro 1(il)ga Stn (Line 2), 5-minute walk from Exits 3 or 4

Top Restaurants: Gosang, Chai 797, Blooming Garden,Warai, Noodle Box, Tomatillo, GangnamGyoja

Ferrum Tower Varies by restaurant, though most operate until 10pm(Closed during Lunar New Years and Chuseok holidays)Euljiro 1(il)ga Stn (Line 2), 5-minute walk from Exits 3 or 4

Top Restaurants: Paul Bassett Espresso, Yamaya, MantenBoshi, Pho Bay, Menmusha, Hanilkwan

Pine Avenue Varies by restaurant, though most operate until 10pm(Closed during Lunar New Years and Chuseok holidays)Euljiro 3(sam)ga Stn (Lines 2, 3), 2-minute walk from Exit 12

Top Restaurants: Changgo 43 - Specializing in Korean

beef, Bentorang - specializing inJapanese lunch boxes, Ogada - Koreanherbal tea caf

Signature Tower Varies by restaurant, though most operate until 10pm(Closed during Lunar New Years and Chuseok holidays)Euljiro 3(sam)ga Stn (Lines 2, 3), 5-minute walk from Exit 1

Top Restaurants: La Citta, Brunch Caf, London Tea,Hako, China Story, Pho Bay, OSullocTea House

Myeong-dong GyojaIn business since 1966, this restaurant wasone of CNNs 50 reasons why Seoul is theworlds greatest city in 2011.

Kalguksu 8,000 won, Dumplings 8,000 won 10:30am-9:30pm

(Closed on Lunar New Years Day and Chuseok )Myeongdong Stn (Line 4), 5-minute walk from Exit 802-776-5348

29, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu



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PalaceQuarter

Palace Quarter

mustdo

Spread in front of majestic GyeongbokgungPalace, Gwanghwamun and CheonggyeSquare mark the beginning of theCheonggyecheon Stream. Here, Seoulshistorical character has been wellpreserved, including the Joseon-erapalaces like Gyeongbokgung itself, and ahanok (traditional Korean housing) village.

Seouls OldestStreet

Sejong Center for thePerforming ArtsLocated off Gwanghwamun Square, theSejong Center is Koreas top performing artsvenue open every day of the year, offering awide range of shows. The Center has a total ofthree state-of-the-art concert halls, includinga Grand Theater that can seat up to 3,000guests on three oors. An ensemble afliatedwith Seoul City (Traditional Music Orchestra,Seoul City Dance, Opera, Orchestra, Chorus,and etc.) offers an ongoing series of high-quality performances at regular intervals.

Gwanghwamun (Sejong Center for the Performing Arts) Stn(Line 5), 5-minute walk from Exits 1, 8 02-399-11146

http://www.sejongpac.or.kr 175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu

Take a night-timestroll throughthe city along theCheonggyecheonStream

Cheonggyecheon StreamThis translucent stream, owing throughcentral Seoul, offers a walking trail ideal forstrolling at night. The tasteful and subduedlighting along the stream illuminates the cityshistory and stories as seen in murals along theway, as well as the various wetlands dottedthroughout the urban landscape. Visitorscan also enjoy laser light shows at the DigitalGarden or get romantic at the Proposal Wall,where couples frequently pop the question.

Free [Digital Garden] Dec-Feb 6pm-8pm, Mar, Apr,Oct, Nov 7pm-9pm, May-Sep 8pm-10pm[Proposal Wall] Mar-Dec on Wed-Sat 6:40pm-10pm

Jonggak Stn (Line 1) Exits 4, 5; City Hall Stn (Lines 1, 2)Exit 4, Euljiro 1(il)ga Stn (Line 2) Exits 2, 3; Gwanghwamun(Sejong Center for the Performing Arts) Stn (Line 5) 3-minutewalk from Exit 5; Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (Lines 2,4, 5) Exits 1-14 02-2290-7111

http://www.cheonggyecheon.or.krTo propose at the Proposal Wall http://propose.sisul.or.kr

Watch aperformance at theSejong Center

Gwanghwamun, Jongno, Insa-dong, Bukchon

Recommended Course Gwanghwamun Square

Cheonggyecheon Stream by night Traditional Korean meal and spirits



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Te Stories of King Sejong andAdmiral Yi SunsinThis exhibition hall showcases the lives and achievementsof two of Koreas greatest gures: King Sejong, whooversaw the invention of hangeul , the Korean alphabet, andYi Sunsin, the nations most celebrated naval commander.Information is freely available in ve languages: Korean,English, Japanese, Chinese, and Spanish. There are alsofree hands-on programs for international tourists, includingcard-making, letter-writing, and writing names in hangeul .

Free 11am-10:30pm, 4D Experience Hall 11am-9pm (Closed on Mondays)*Last entry at 10pm

Sejong Center for the Performance Arts Second Basement Floor,accessible from Gwanghwamun Square

02-399-1114-6 http://www.sejongstory.or.kr Jiha175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu

Palace Quarter

musteat

DineLike a Local

DiscoverTraditional KoreanSpirits and Cuisine

Around the Sejong CenterThe Sejong Center is located near severalgovernment buildings, the National Museumof Korean Contemporary History, and severalnewspapers. Catering to the many whitecollar workers to be found here is a selectionof excellent restaurants in the alleys behindthe Center. Although some may look shabbyfrom the outside, they attract long lines duringmeal hours lled with workers waiting to eat

kimchijjigae (kimchi stew), sundaeguk (bloodsausage soup), gulgukbap (oyster soup),

budaejjigae (army base stew) and the like. Hours vary by restaurant, though most are open until10pm

Gwanghwamun (Sejong Center for the Performing Arts)Stn (Line 5), Exits 1,8

Seoul, My Story Tere was a ull moon over the Cheonggyecheon Stream, where manydifferent people rom different backgrounds were passing by andenjoying one o the last warm nights o the year. Tere were officeemployees who had come here to relax afer a busy day. Children wereplaying near the water accompanied by their parents, who were busyworrying they didnt all into the gushing stream. Beauti ul youngcouples, completely in love, were engul ed within their own universe andnot paying attention to anyone besides themselves. Birds were ying inthe evening sky and even the sh could be seen in the lucid waters.SALAMAT SADYKOVA From Kyrgyzstan

Baekseju MaeulThis bar-restaurant serves traditional Koreanrice wines produced by the brewerKooksoondang. Menu items includeluxurious rice wine (or ale) and makgeolli cocktails, served with traditional Koreanseasonal sides as well as a variety of fusiondishes. The tables next to the windows arepopular, overlooking the scenic Bosingak.

4:30pm-12am Jonggak Stn (Line 1), 5-minute walkfrom Exit 4 10, Ujeongguk-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu

Pub of the Blue StarThis pub is located in a remodeled hanok(traditional Korean home). Worn wallpaper,old movie posters and antiques placedhere and there create a unique atmosphere.The pub serves makgeolli (rice liquor) andschisandra wine made using traditionalbrewing methods from a farm house inGangwon-do. Sundubu (soft tofu) and jeon (pancakes) are popular side dishes.

4:30pm-12am Anguk Stn (Line 3), 5-minute walkfrom Exit 6 17-1, Insadong 16-gil, Jongno-gu

Ssaripmuneul MilgoDeuleoseoni (Upon Entering a Tatched Gate)This bar, serving traditional spirits, is popularfor its pine dongdongju (rice liquor similar to

makgeolli ), made using freshly-ground pineneedles. The interior is decorated like an old-style Korean home where guests sit on theoor. There are also traditional Korean musicalinstruments such as gayageum and daebuk ondisplay that further add to the vintage dcor;sometimes the owner even plays them for theguests!

3pm-12am Jonggak Stn (Line 1), 5-minute walk fromExit 3 15-11, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu


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Dongdaemun & Around

mustdo

After midnight is when Dongdaemun Marketreally comes to life, a time when businessseems to pick up in earnest. BecauseDongdaemun is the epicenter of Koreas fashionindustry, any item related to fashion can bepurchased here. In fact, there are so many large-scale shopping complexes in the area that it isbetter to pick out one or two suitable to onestastes rather than trying to see all of them.The area is packed with simple meal choicesfor late-night snacking, including topokki andshish-kebabs. When shopping begins to takeits toll, then a massage at a 24-hour

jjimjilbang (Korean spa) or watching a movie atan all-night movie theater is recommended.

Shop untilyou drop atthis all-nightfashion town Night Shopping

for Full Fashionat Dongdaemun

Dongdaemun Fashion ownFrom product design to production andsales, Dongdaemun is the heart of theKorean fashion industry. Anything related tofashion may be purchased here. Recentlythe area has seen a surge of up-and-comingyoung designers that have set up shop andthe area has been receiving the attention ofthe citys most ardent fashionistas. Variousevents such as fashion shows, dancecompetitions and B-boy shows are heldoften, and when hunger calls one can simply

enjoy a meal at one of the pojangmacha(tented street restaurants). Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn (Lines 2, 4, 5);nearby Dongdaemun Stn (Lines 1, 4)

http://www.dft.co.kr

MiglioreDongdaemuns leading fashion mall.This shopping mall is suitable for beginnersbecause prices are xed.

10:30am-4:30am (Closed on Mondays) Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn (Lines 2, 4, 5),5-minute walk from Exit 14

02-3393-0001 263, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu

DootaShopping mall, specializing in up-and-coming designer boutiques

10:30am-5am; Mondays 7pm-5am; Sundays 10:30am-11pm (Closed Sundays 11pm to Mondays 7pm, alsoduring Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays)

Dongdaemun Stn (Lines 1, 4), 5-minute walk from Exit 8 02-3398-3333 http://www.doota.com 275, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu

Dongdaemun Market

Recommended Course

Shop for clothing and accessories Dine at a pojangmacha (tented street restaurant) Relax at a jjimjilbang (Korean spa)



For rst-time shoppers inDongdaemun:

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Hello APMFeatures many small-scale selectmerchandisers. There are also liveperformances every weekend at the outdoorstage near the entrance.

10:30am-5am (Closed on Tuesdays) Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn (Lines 2, 4, 5),5-minute walk from Exit 14

02-6388-1114 http://www.helloapm.com 253, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu

Goodmorning CityShopping mall - try a jjimjilbang (Koreanspa) or visit a multiplex movie theater.

10:30am-4:30am (Closed on Tuesdays) Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn (Lines 2, 4, 5),5-minute walk from Exit 14

02-2118-8700 http://www.goodct.co.kr 247, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu

Designer ClubShopping mall, specializing in large-sizeclothing, general merchandise andaccessories. Especially popular with womenin their 30s.

8pm-7am (Closed on Saturdays) Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn (Lines 2, 4, 5),5-minute walk from Exit 2

02-2237-2503 72, Eulji-ro 45-gil, Jung-gu

NuzzonShopping mall specializing in womensapparel. The handmade shoes on the fourthoor are especially popular.

8pm-8am (Closed on Saturdays, Lunar New Year holidayperiod, Chuseok holiday period)

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Stn (Lines 2, 4, 5),5-minute walk from Exit 2

02-6366-3110 http://www.nuzzon.co.kr 62, Eulji-ro 45-gil, Jung-gu

Dongdaemun & Around

musteatMust-try latenight menu atDongdaemun

Market

Seoul, My Story Straight rom a 4-hour ight we are all tired and starving. So we started ournight with a street ood stall hopping in and around the Dongdaemun nightmarket area. We had topokki (Spicy Rice Cake), one o the staple Koreanstreet oods. Rice cakes cooked in chili paste. It was so good and per ect orthe weather. Coming rom a tropical country makes us limited to winterclothes but it was never a problem because Dongdaemun night market hasthe answers to all we need. Open til 4am the next morning, youll be goinggaga over the hundreds o shops to choose rom.

ANGELO CARLO CATIVO From the Philippines

Dakhanmari Kalguksu(Whole chicken and noodles)

This is a type of baeksuk (boiled meat dish)featuring an entire chicken boiled togetherwith potatoes, spring onions, and tteok (ricecakes). In general, once all of the chickenhas been eaten, hand-kneaded noodles arecooked in the remaining broth as a secondcourse. Koreans also like to add garlic sauce,kimchi and other seasonings to the soup. Therestaurant Jinokhwa Halmae, open since 1978,was included in the Michelin guide for Korea.

11am-10:30pm Dongdaemun Stn (Lines 1, 4),

5-minute walk from Exit 9

Bibim Guksu (Spicy mixed noodles)This canteen has received much fanfare overthe years, and is located on the basementoor of Jeil Pyeong Hwa Market. It is highlypopular, with lines of people waiting to eatits signature noodles with spicy and soursauce 24 hours a day. Since the restaurant issmall, it is considered proper etiquette to n-ish ones meal in 20 minutes or less to makeway for other customers.

Always open Dongdaemun History & Culture ParkStn (Lines 2, 4, 5), 10-minute walk from Exit 1; Located onthe basement oor of Jeil Pyeong Hwa Market

Topokki and Eomuk, Various Shish-KebabsSynonymous with easy-to-eat street food.Popular with Koreans of all ages, topokki (spicysoft rice cake), eomuk (sh cake) and grilledshish-kebabs can be spotted frequently onSeouls streets, where topokki is often eatentogether with eomuk soup. Grilled shish-kebabsof chicken, rice cakes or dongaseu and otheroptions with spicy and sweet gochujang (Koreanchili paste) are especially recommended.

For shopping and more:

For shoppers more familiarwith Dongdaemun:

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Recommended Course Seonyudo Park

Sangsu-dong Caf Street Clubs around Hongik University

UniversityQuarter

University Quarter

mustdo

This is the place to nd youth culture cel-ebrated by all the senses. Some of Seoulsbest universities are also to be found inthe area, so it is full of great clubs, bars,and boutiques ideal for those in their 20sor 30s. The area around Sinchon or EhwaUniversity is ideal for shoppers looking forbeauty-related goods or services. Hong-daes clubs and live cafs, Seouls meccafor Indie music, are a must-visit. There aremany unique cafs in this area due to theco-development of street and caf cultures.

Round-the-clock dancingand music inbetween clubsand cafs

Hongdae is a major hotspot for Korean clubculture. During bulgeum , the Korean slangfor ery Fridays (roughly similar to TGIF)and Saturdays, visitors will be able to seeclubbers lining the streets hoping to enterone of the many establishments. The besttime to visit is after midnight until 2-3am.

All the latest hip hop, electronic and housemusic will be spinning for dancers all throughthe night.

Bahia (Salsa) Admission 5,000 won Mon-Thu 8pm-12am, Fri 8pm-6am, Sat 8pm-2am Hongik Univ. Stn (Line 2, Gyeongui Line, AREX),5-minute walk from Exit 9

02-393-0127 38, Hongik-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu

Club Cocoon Admission 15,000 won (20,000 won after 11pm) 9pm-5am Hongik Univ. Stn (Line 2, Gyeongui Line, AREX),10-minute walk from Exit 931, Wausan-ro 21-gil, Mapo-gu

Club Mansion Admission 20,000 won Free entry before midnightwith reservations; after midnight 10,000 won

Wed-Thu 8pm-6am, Fri-Sat 10pm-6am Hapjeong Stn (Lines 2, 6), 8-minute walk from Exit 3 010-9740-4015 32, Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu

Macondo (Salsa) Admission 7,000 won Mon-Thu 7:30pm-11:30pm, Fri-Sat 7:30pm-5am Hongik Univ. Stn (Line 2, Gyeongui Line, AREX), walk 5minutes from Exit 9010-6655-0956

20, Yanghwa-ro 18an-gil, Mapo-gu

M2 Admission Sun-Thu 10,000 won; Fri-Sat 20,000 won Sun-Tue 9:30pm-5am, Wed-Thu 9:30pm-6am,Fri-Sat 9:30-7am

Hapjeong Stn (Lines 2, 6), 10-minute walk from Exit 3 02-3143-7573 20-5, Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu

Hot Nights atHongdaes HottestClubs

Hongik Univ., Sinchon, Ewha Womans Univ.

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Sing and DanceLike a Star at aKaraoke

Enjoy a LiveMusic Bar

Hongdae is home to a plethora of both largeand small live music clubs where visitorscan enjoy Indie music. Musicians active inthis area are naturally seen as being fromHongdae, and are for the most part highly-individual artists offering an alternative tothe mainstream. Many are also independentsongwriters who perform their own songs.

Visitors to Hongdae can at any time enjoyhigh-quality live performances along withimpassioned fans brimming with excitement.

Club Evans (Jazz) Admission 7,000 won 7:30pm-12am, Fri-Sat 7:30pm-2am Sangsu Stn (Line 6), 5-minute walk 02-337-8361 63, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu

Club FF (Funk & Rock) Admission 10,000 won 7pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 7pm-6am Sangsu Stn (Line 6), 5-minute walk from Exit 1 10, Wausan-ro 17-gil, Mapo-gu

DGBD Admission 15,000 won

10pm-3am Hapjeong Stn (Lines 2, 6), 10-minute walk from Exit 3 010-6802-2378 23, Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu

Freebird Admission Tue-Wed free; Thu 10,000 won; Fri-Sun15,000 won

Tue-Thu 7pm-1am, Fri-Sat 7pm-5am, Sun & nationalholidays 6pm-11pm

Hongik Univ. Stn (Line 2, Gyeongui Line, AREX),10-minute walk from Exit 902-3322-3792

31-10, Wausan-ro 21-gil, Mapo-gu

Sound Holic City Admission 10,000 won, Fri-Sat 12,000 won, SpecialConcerts 15,000 won

7pm-4amHongik Univ. Stn (Line 2, Gyeongui Line, AREX),10-minute walk from Exit 9

02-3142-4233 9, Wausan-ro 23-gil, Mapo-gu

TA Admission 15,000-20,000 won Fri-Sun 7pm-5am (Closed during private events) Sangsu Stn (Line 6), 5-minute walk from Exit 1 02-6085-5150 10, Wausan-ro 17-gil, Mapo-gu

Su NoraebangThis unique karaoke bar ( noraebang ) hasoften been featured in international media.The entire faade of the building is glass,allowing passersby to take a sneak peek atthose inside, who sing and dance vigorouslyas if they were on stage. For this reason, SuNoraebang has since become a signicanttourist attraction. There are ve branches ofSu Noraebang just in Hongdae alone.

Average cost for 1 hour 8,000-36,000 won Depends on time and room size Always open Hongik Univ. Stn (Line 2, Gyeongui Line, AREX), Exit 2;

Sangsu Stn (Line 6), Exit 1Prince Edward Hongdae Main Branch 02-336-2332;Luxury Su Hongdae Branch 02-322-3111; Noblesse SuHongdae Branch 02-322-3111; to reserve exclusively forone 070-4145-3115; exclusive room for two 070-8899-7929

Seoul, My Story Hongdae is not only worth a visit during the daytime. I you are up orsome good parties, delicious drinks or just a cool night out, you shoulddenitely consider Hongdae as a great choice. Even more ascinatingis the artistic vibe you will experience while staying at the Hongdaechildrens playground, where young singers, bands and dancers try toentertain the crowd with their talent. You can just orget about yourworries and enjoy the contagious enthusiasm with riendly strangers,who, perchance, buy you some ood or drink and become new riends.JULIA MASCHE From Germany

University Quarter

mustseeSoak in theStunning NightViews of theHangang River

Seonyudo ParkThe favorite spot in Seoul for photographers.This ecological park was formerly a watertreatment plant that has since beenremodeled. Remnants of its earlier life remainin the form of crumbling cement structuressitting in between water channels, anassortment of plants, and a small forest, all ofwhich combine to arouse a peculiar sense offeeling. Sunsets are especially ideal visitingtimes, when the red of the sun tinges the sky.

Free 6am-12am Seonyudo Stn (Line 9), 15-minutewalk from Exit 2 02-2631-9368 343, Seonyu-ro,Yeongdeungpo-gu




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Recommended Course Dinner at an exotic restaurant

Strut your stuff at a night club or be cool at a jazz bar

Relax at a jjimjilbang (Korean spa), or Korean sauna

Yongsan

mustdo

Itaewon is home to much of Seouls inter-national community as it houses the UnitedStates Army Garrison, many overseasambassadorial quarters, and the SeoulCentral Mosque, the only Muslim temple inthe city. There are also various internationalrestaurants and shops selling all kinds offoods and wares. It is ideal for night owls,offering a variety of options available tilllate at night through its many high-qualityrestaurants, bars, and clubs.

Vibrant,MulticulturalFun forNight Owls

Clubbing inItaewon

Expect to nd more foreign clientele at Itae-wons clubs than elsewhere. Revelers tendto be mostly in their late 20s or above, and

clubs adopt a freer dress code and mannercompared to those in Gangnam. Halloweenis an especially-recommended time to visitas most establishments will cater to theoccasion, with clubbers costuming up insuitable attire, from brain-dead zombies toKorean-style monsters, and creating afestive mood across the district.

B1 Admission Sun-Wed free; Thu-Sat 10,000 wonSun-Wed 9pm-4am, Thu-Sat 9pm-5am

Itaewon Stn (Line 6), 5-minute walk from Exit 102-749-6164179, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu

Opium Admission 10,000 won 8pm-5am Itaewon Stn (Line 6), 3-minute walk from Exit 2010-2080-3331

189, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu

The Bungalow Free admission Mon-Thu 5pm-4am, Fri-Sun 4:30pm-6am Itaewon Stn (Line 6), 5-minute walk from Exit 2 02-793-234410, Itaewon-ro 27ga-gil, Yongsan-gu

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Relax to Cool Beatsand Hot Licks ata Jazz Club

All Tat JazzFirst opened in 1976, All That Jazz is thenations very rst jazz club, with a history andprestige on par with Blue Note in New YorkCity. Patrons will be able to see the main stagefrom the rst and second oors, and with theclubs open ceiling, can enjoy the vibe of anoutdoor-style concert in nice weather.

Admission 5,000 wonSun-Thu 6pm-1am, Fri-Sat 6pm-2:30am

Itaewon Stn (Line 6), 10-minute walk from Exit 2 02-795-5701 http://allthatjazz.kr 12, Itaewon-ro 27ga-gil, Yongsan-gu

Going to Jjimjilbang (Korean Spa) asSeen on Top KoreanVariety Show Running Man

Dragon Hill SpaDragon Hill Spa and Resort is a jjimjilbang(Korean Spa), or Korean-style sauna andbathhouse in Yongsan, Seoul. This outstand-ing resort offers all kinds of facilities dedi-cated to relaxationincluding 10 indoor and outdoor pools whosewaters are lled with a variety of healthynutrients, 7 differently-themed saunas suchas a traditional Korean coral iron pot, crystalilluminated salt room, or yellow earth room,and jacuzzis. Other facilities include outdoorswimming pools, a body care zone, karaokecenter, and a tness club.

Weekday Adult 5am-8pm 11,000 won,8pm-5am 13,000 won; Weekend Adult 13,000 won,Children 6,000 won

Always open Yongsan Stn (Line 1, Jungang Line), Exit 1; SinyongsanStn (Line 4), 10-minute walk from Exit 3

02-797-0002 http://dragonhillspa.co.kr 40, Hangang-daero 21na-gil , Yongsan-gu

Yongsan

musteatTasting the Worldat Itaewons Late-night Restaurants

Seoul, My Story Itaewons character can be crazy, noisy and pricey, but it is also estive,international, un, and o course, touristy. And tonight, during ourdiscovery, it was all that! In Itaewon, everyone is welcome.Tis place doesnt choose or discriminate against you, no matter whatlanguage you speak, no matter what the color o your skin is, or nomatter what country you are rom. Itaewon doesnt try to dene you.Its up to you to dene Itaewon.

ANGELO CARLO CATIVO From the Philippines

Itaewon is lled with many great restaurantsserving the foods of many cultures world-wide as cooked by professional chefs fromacross the globe. What best makes the areainternational is the availability of cuisineyou may not have tried before, the exoticatmospheres of the restaurants, and musicto which you may not have been exposedpreviously.

Buddhas Belly Thai 11:30am-4pm; Lunch 11:30am-2pm;Dinner 4pm-12am

Noksapyeong (Yongsan-gu Ofce) Stn (Line 6), 5-minutewalk from Exit 3

02-796-9330 48, Noksapyeong-daero 40-gil, Yongsan-gu

Mi Madre Spanish Weekdays 3:30pm-10:30pm, Weekends 11:30am-10:30pm, Closed on Tuesdays

Noksapyeong (Yongsan-gu Ofce) Stn (Line 6),10-minute walk from Exit 2

02-790-7875224-1, Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan-gu

Le Saigon Vietnamese 10:30am-9:30pm Itaewon Stn (Line 6), 5-minute walk from Exit 4 02-792-0336 31, Bogwang-ro 59-gil, Yongsan-gu

Pizza Restaurant Pizzarium Roman 11am-10pm Noksapyeong (Yongsan-gu Ofce) Stn (Line 6),10-minute walk from Exit 202-312-7580

216, Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan-gu

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Gangnam

mustdo

The famous Gangnam region of Seoul consistsof locally well-known districts Apgujeong-dong,Cheongdam-dong, and Sinsa-dong, where canbe found high-class restaurants and luxuryfashion brand shops, cafes and clubs fre-quented by local celebrities. Of course, it wasPSY who really put Gangnam on the map, andthanks to Gangnam Style , it is now Seoulsmost popular tourist area. Stop by Garosu-gilin Sinsa-dong for brunch or dessert during theday and then drop by one of the local clubs andspend the night as if you were Beyonce, LadyGaga, or any major celebrity.

GangnamStyleNightlife for

rendsettersGoing to a Clubin Gangnam

Gangnams classy clubs are the destinationof choice for fashion-lovers and trendsetters not to mention local famous gures - sostyle and sophistication is a must. If youare wearing sweatpants or ip ops, youmay not be allowed to enter. Admission isgenerally higher here than clubs elsewhere inSeoul, however these are the places to go totruly experience Gangnam style .

Club Answer Admission 20,000-30,000 won Fri-Sat, Natl Holiday & Valentines Day 9pm-6am; Admission till 12am

Cheongdam Stn (Line 7), 10-minute walk from Exit 1302-514-4311

535, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu

Club Eden Admission Wed, Thu & Sun 20,000 won;Fri-Sat 30,000 won

Wed-Sun 10pm-6:30amSinnonhyeon Stn (Line 9), 5-minute walk from Exit 4

02-6447-0042 120, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu

Mass Admission Sun, Tue-Thu 15,000 won,Fri-Sat 20,000 won

9pm-6am

Gangnam Stn (Line 2, Sinbundang Line), 5-minute walkfrom Exit 10 02-599-3165 415, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu

The Octagon Admission 10,000 won before 12am; 30,000 wonafter 12am

Thu-Sat 10pm-7am Hakdong Stn (Line 7), 5-minute walk from Exit 4 02-516-8847 645, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu

Gangnam

Apgujeong-dong, Cheongdam-dong, Sinsa-dong, Seocho

Recommended Course Live music at a jazz club

Drop by a bar for a few drinks Clubbing all night

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VingaThe largest bar in South Korea, Vinga servesover 800 kinds of wine from around theworld. It holds a Tasting Music ListeningWine party on the 2 nd Saturday of everymonth as a way of introducing new musicand wine, both of which are carefullycoordinated.

6pm-2am; Closed on Sundays Apgujeong Stn (Line 3), 10-minute walk from Exit 3 02-516-17616, Eonju-ro 168-gil, Gangnam-gu

Music, Drinks, andGangnam StyleBars

Gangnams most successful bars all havefour basic things in common: rened interiordesigns, good customer service, high-qual-ity menus, and a great selection of music.If you expect nothing less from your idealdrinking establishment, you will nd plentyof options here.

Coffee Bar KCoffee Bar K is a classy establishment whoseheadquarters are in the Ginza district of Tokyo.Over 400 kinds of alcoholic beverages areavailable to order, served up by highly-skilledbartenders able to carve ice into various shapes.

Mon-Sat 7pm-3am Apgujeong Rodeo Stn (BundangLine), 5-minute walk from Exit 4 02-516-1970

22, Dosan-daero 57-gil, Gangnam-gu

Moon JarMoon Jar is a makgeolli (Korean traditionalrice liquor) bar in Apgujeong. It serves 15kinds of makgeo lli , makgeo lli cocktails, andvarious kinds of Korean fusion side dishes.The dcor has been specially designed toevoke 70s and 80s-period Korea.

5:30pm-2am Apgujeong Rodeo Stn (Bundang Line),10-minute walk from Exit 5 02-541-61189

38, Apgujeong-ro 46-gil, Gangnam-gu

Platoon KunsthallePlatoon Kunsthalle is a unique cultural venuecomprised of a restaurant, theater, exhibitionhall, and bar, based upon the original Platoonlocated in Berlin. Visitors can see exhibitionsor performances by young artists from aroundthe world.

6pm-1am; Closed on Sundays Gangnam-gu Ofce Stn (Line 7, Bundang Line),

15-minute walk from Exit 3 02-3447-1191 5, Eonju-ro 148-gil, Gangnam-gu

LoundT Lound is a bar famed for its all-glass exterior.There is a classic bar on the rst oor, and anupscale bar playing club-style music on thesecond and third oors. Customers can enjoycocktails created by professional mixologists orglasses of wine recommended by sommelierswhile soaking in T Lounds rened interior.

Sun-Thu 7pm-3am, Fri-Sat 7pm-4am Apgujeong Rodeo Stn (Bundang Line), 5-minute walk

from Exit 4 02-517-741213-16, Seolleung-ro 158-gil, Gangnam-gu

Seoul, My Story Te rst time I visited Gangnam, it was immediately obvious that thisplace is where it all happens. You could spend a whole day just walkingaround Coex Mall, nevermind the tree-lined shops and galleries oGarosu-gil, the department stores o Apgujeong, or the boutiques oCheongdam. O course night time is when it really comes to li e whentheres a restaurant and bar or every taste and a hundred new people tomeet each night. Tey say Gangnam means south o the river, but itsdenitely the center o the action or me!BEN JORDAN From Australia

Gangnam

mustseeCheck out theworlds longestfountain bridge at

the Hangang River

Banpodaegyo (Bridge)Moonlight Rainbow Fountain

A fantasy-like panorama of lights spreadsacross the backdrop of the Hangang atnight. Water cannons line both sides of the

Banpodaegyo for 1,140 meters, shootingout 190 tons of water back into the riverevery minute it is on. The bridge is evenrecognized by the Guinness Book of WorldRecords as the longest fountain bridgein the world.

Apr-Oct Weekdays 8pm, 9pm; Weekends and Holidays8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm (15 minutes)

Express Bus Terminal Stn (Lines 3, 7, 9), Exit 8-1. Walk15 minutes to reach the Banpo Hangang Park02-3780-0578

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Seoul City Night Tour Bus- Tour Course: Departure from Gwanghwamun > (Deoksugung Palace) > (Best Western

Premier Seoul Garden) > (National Assembly of South Korea) > (Seogang Bridge) >(Gangbyeon Expressway) > (Seongsu Bridge) > (Hannam Bridge) > N Seoul Tower >(Namsan Public Library) > (Sungnyemun/Namdaemun Market) > Cheonggye Plaza

* ( ): Fixed route. Passengers may not alight at any of these stops during the tour. Double-

decker bus does not stop at N Seoul Tower.

* Vocal guides are provided for passengers in Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese.

- Departure Times: Single-decker buses 8pm; Double-decker buses 7:30pm- Departure Directions: In front of Dongwha Duty Free Shop, Gwanghwamun;

Gwanghwamun (Sejong Center for the Performing Arts) Stn (Line 5), Exit 6- Cost: Single-decker buses 6,000 won per person for adults and 4,000 won for children;

Double-decker buses 12,000 won per person for adults and 7,000 won for children- Where to buy tickets: Ticket box by Koreana HoPhone in Gwanghwamun- Closed: Mondays (except when Monday falls on a national holiday); Open daily the 4 th

week of July through the 15 th of August- Phone: 02-777-6090 Website: http://www.seoulcitybus.com

Hangang River Ferry Evening Cruise- Phone: 02-3271-6900 Website: http://www.elandcruise.com* Reservations must be made via phone or online.

* Cruise may be cancelled due to inclement weather or when there are less than

20 passengers

Buffet Dinner Ferry Cruise- Routes: Yeouido > Banpodaegyo (Bridge) > Yeouido- Tour Times: 7:30pm-9pm (90 minutes)- Cost: MonThu Adults 60,000 won, Youths 48,000 won, Children (3-7 years old)

36,000 won; Fri-Sun, holidays Adults 65,000 won, Youths 52,000 won,Children (3-7 years old) 39,000 won

- Directions: Yeouinaru Stn (Line 5), 10-minute walk from Exit 3

Fireworks Ferry Cruise- Routes: (1) Yeouido Course Yeouido > Banpodaegyo (Bridge) > Yeouido

(2) Jamsil Course Jamsil > Banpodaegyo (Bridge) > Jamsil- Tour Times: April-October on Fri-Sat and Special Days (Christmas, Valentines Day)

7:30pm-8:40pm (70 minutes)- Cost: 22,000 won per person for adults, 19,800 won for youths, and 17,600 won for

children- Directions: (1) Yeouido 1 Terminal Yeouinaru Stn (Line 5), 10-minute walk from Exit 3 (2) Jamsil 1 Terminal Sincheon Stn (Line 2), 20-minute walk from Exit 6

Live Show Ferry Cruise- Routes: Yeouido > Banpodaegyo (Bridge) > Yeouido- Tour Times: April-October on Tue-Sun 7:30pm-8:40pm (60 minutes)- Cost: 15,000 won per person for adults, 13,500 won for youths, and 10,500 won for children- Directions: Yeouinaru Stn (Line 5), 10-minute walk from Exit 3

Seoul Travel Information

Tourist Complaints

Phone Dasan Call Center: 02-120+9 for language selection Korea Tourism Organization Tourist Complaint Center: 1330Email Seoul Transportation Complaint Center: [email protected] Korea Tourism Organization Tourist Complaint Center: [email protected]

Night View Ferry Cruise- Routes: Yeouido > Banpodaegyo (Bridge) > Yeouido- Tour Times: November-March 8:40pm-9:50pm (70 minutes); April-October 8:40pm-

9:50pm, 9pm-10pm, 10pm-11pm (60-70 minutes)- Cost: 15,000 won per person for adults, 13,500 won for youths, and 10,500 won for children- Directions: Yeouinaru Stn (Line 5), 10-minute walk from Exit 3

Public Transportation at Night

BusesFirst bus 4:30am; Last bus 11pm; Accurate schedules available via Visit Seoul athttp://maps.visitseoul.net

Subway First train 5:40am; Last train 12am; Last train on weekends about 1 hour earlier thanweekdays; Accurate schedules available on Visit Seouls website athttp://maps.visitseoul.net

TaxisTaxis available 24 hours a day; Fares increase to 20% between 12am and 4am- International taxis available for foreign tourists in Seoul; Reservations should be

made at http://www.internationaltaxi.co.kr- Phone: Navi Call 1599-8255; K-Taxi 1577-9977;

N Call 1688-2255 for reserving regular taxis

ATMs at Night ATMs in Seoul can be used from 7am to 11:55pm in general, although accurate schedulesmay differ depending on location. ATMs in almost all convenience stores in Seoul areavailable 24 hours a day, though processing fees of 1,000-1,300 won will be incurred.

EmergenciesCall 119 for re, rescue, rst aid, disaster reports, medical emergencies, and hospitalinformation

Tourist PoliceTourist police are available in Seouls major tourism districts such as Myeong-dong,Itaewon, Dongdaemun, the Cheongyecheon, and City Hall for various services such ascrime prevention, reporting illegal activities, handling tourist complaints, or providinggeneral tourism information.- Ofce Hours: 9am-11pm all year round

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