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- Justin Bergman <The New York Times>
Good restaurants, cafes and shopping places in Seoul where locals go
When traveling with limited time, we always want to choose and visit delicious, attractive, and satisfying locations. Seoulshopper would like to introduce the places that the locals really like, not the places that have become famous for advertisements and sponsorships from travel agencies.
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Cafe
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Bean Brothers (Coffeehouse Seoul)
In Sansu-dong, a new location of Bean Brothers cafe has recently opened. This brand new location is called Bean Brothers Coffeehouse Seoul and is ... -
Artist Bakery (anguk store)
Artist Bakery. You'll see it on your right once you exit Anguk Station (Exit 1). Nobody can miss it because there are a lot of people in front. ... -
Delphic (anguk store)
Delphic (Anguk location), offers a wide selection of teas and delicious desserts. This spot was my first choice for a cup of tea and delicious swee...
Restaurant
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Cheogajib (baeksuk)
Cheogajib is an eatery in Yaksu-dong that serves Baeksuk (boiled chicken) in the North Korean way. We went there in the evening after viewing an ex... -
Eulji sujebi
An eatery in Euljiro 3-ga called Eulji Sujebi that I recently found out about. Spring appeared like it was around the corner, but the weather dropp... -
Bogeon-og (with bulgogi)
Located in an alley in Euljiro, Bogeon-og is a famous eatery serving Seoul-style Bulgogi. I was really looking forward because there are so many ...
Shopping
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Apartmentfull Market
On our weekend trip to Seongsu-dong, my girlfriend and I stopped by the Apartmentfull Market, a place I had marked down as part of our to-go list. ... -
Ader Error (Sinsa space)
I went to Ader Sinsa Space, the Ader Error’s flagship store in Sinsa-dong. There are a total of six stories in Ader Error Sinsa space; from the m... -
Noah (apgujeong store)
Apgujeong-dong is a great place for fashion lovers because many fashion brands have their flagship stores in this area. Like Supreme, which caused...
Fun
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Namdaemun Market
This past week, I worked too much, so I wanted to relax this weekend. But now that the new season has begun, I'm sick of not being able to see th... -
Hyundai Card Music Library
A building with a fascinating exterior caught my eye as I strolled down the main street in Hannam-dong. Wow, what is this? While walking down the... -
KWANGYA (SM Town)
There is SM entertainment everywhere on Seoul Forest D-Tower. We have KWANGYA as one of them. Oh! Candy Pocket. This, I believe, changes from t...
Attractions
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Jeongdong Observatory
Outside, everyone is now wearing winter apparel. Due to the unpredictable recent weather, it was unable to straighten up clothing. Sadly my favori... -
Cheong Wa Dae (Blue House)
It was an extremely hot day when we went to see the Blue House. Perhaps it's the recent hot weather or the improved reservation system, but you can... -
Changgyeonggung Palace
Having taken a half-day off work, I decided to take a stroll through the Changgyeonggung Palace. While sipping my coffee and taking in the peaceful...
Hotels
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Josun Palace Seoul (Grand Masters Room, King bed)
Last weekend, I enjoyed a relaxing hotel staycation at Josun Palace Seoul. We were accommodated in a Grand Masters King Room for our visit. Guests... -
Josun Palace Seoul (Fitness center, Pool)
Josun Wellness Club, 26F Facilities at the Josun Palace Hotel include a fitness center, sauna, and swimming pool. And the Grand Masters King Ro... -
Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery Ambassador (Deluxe River view, King bed)
To celebrate both my birthday and Christmas, I went on a hotel staycation with a friend in the last week of 2023. My Friends told me about this h...
Thanks for visiting Seoul. We really hope that you have a wonderful time in Seoul.