Address

62, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 종로구 인사동길 62 (관훈동) 일대

Type

Others

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-734-0222

Homepage

www.insainfo.or.kr (Korean only)

• Information
  Introduction
  Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious and traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries and traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes.
  
  The galleries are the heartbeat of Insa-dong. There are about 100 galleries in the area and you can see every example of traditional Korean fine art from paintings to sculptures. The most famous galleries are Hakgojae Gallery, which functions as the center of folk art, Gana Art Gallery, which promotes many promising artists, and Gana Art Center.
  
  The teahouses and restaurants are the perfect complement to the galleries. At first they might be hard to find, but if you take the time to stroll around the twisting alleyways, the window shopping in itself can be very entertaining. The shops in Insa-dong are very popular among all age groups, because each one is unique.
  
  Every Saturday from 14:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, the main street is blocked off from traffic and it becomes a cultural space. Stores set up booths outside and Korean candy merchants and fortune teller stalls can easily be found; there are traditional performances and exhibits as well. Insa-dong is especially popular among international tourists. This is where they can experience and see traditional Korean culture firsthand, and also purchase pieces of fine art. On the street you can eat Korean taffy and traditional pajeon (green onion pancake), and lose yourself in all the joyous festivities of the street.
  
  Telephone
  +82-2-734-0222
  
  Available Facilities
  Outdoor stage (Naminsa Madang), souvenir shops, restaurants, craft shop, etc.
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Templestay Information Center (템플스테이 홍보관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Exhibition & Memorial Halls
    Templestay Information Center offers various information and services regarding templestays and temple meals for domestic and international visitors. The center...

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    Insa-dong PR Center (인사동홍보관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Others
    Insa-dong PR Center opened in 2006 with the goal of providing accessible education for both domestic and international visitors to understand Korean traditions ...

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    Savina Museum of Contemporary Art (사비나 미술관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    The Savina Museum provides visitors with fresh and exciting pieces that reflect the diverse and dynamic aspects of Korean modern art. Museum organizers actively...

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    Ssamzigil (쌈지길)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Others
    Ssamzigil, opened on December 18, 2004, has been called the "Special Insa-dong within Insa-dong." This unique area was designed in such a way as to connect each...

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    Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art (경인미술관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art is located at the center of Insa-dong, Seoul. Insa-dong is famous as a traditional cultural street. Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art is a...

• Accommodation

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    Somerset Palace Seoul [Korea Quality] / 서머셋팰리스 서울 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Family Hotel
    Located near Gwanghwamun Gate, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Somerset Palace Seoul is a great hotel to stay for both travel and business. Within walking distance are a num...

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    Center Mark Hotel (센터마크호텔)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Located in Insa-dong, Center Mark Hotel is a business Hotel with 250 guest rooms. WIth many attractions nearby, the hotel provides extra convenience.

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    Charm Hanok Guesthouse [Korea Quality] / 참한옥게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Located in Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Charm Hanok Guesthouse is traditional Korean house-style accommodations built over 100 years ago. While it keeps the or...

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    Namhyundang [Korea Quality] / 남현당 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    As a guesthouse located in Gyeongun-dong, Jongno-gu, Namhyundang is a traditional Korean house built more than 100 years ago; this is the reason 70-80% of the ...

  • 

    Moon Guesthouse [Korea Quality] / 문게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    The Moon Guesthouse is situated near a number of interesting tourist destinations including Unhyeongung Palace (3min on foot), Bukchon Hanok Village (5min on fo...

• Restaurants

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    Sarangchae (사랑채)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Sarangchae is located in Insa-dong, one of the most famous neighborhoods visited by tourists. Majority of the restaurant's customers are foreigners, a...

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    Balwoo Gongyang (사찰음식 전문점 발우공양)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Vegetarian Restaurants
    Originating from the law of eating food at Buddhist temples, Balwoo Gongyang refers to the act of eating as part of practicing discipline and self-control. Balw...

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    Jirisan Restaurant (지리산)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Jirisan is one of the representative Korean restaurants in Insa-dong, an area known for its traditional culture. One of the trademarks of this restaurant, besid...

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    Nwijo (뉘조)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Nwijo (뉘조) is a Korean restaurant specializing in wild vegetable cuisine. The name ‘Nwijo’ means ‘the god of the silkworm,’ and likens wild vegetables to silkwo...

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    Nuri (누리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Located in the neighborhood of Insa-dong, traditional Korean lunch box and tea restaurant Nuri brings out the true beauty of hanok while implementing western di...

• Shopping

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    Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    

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    Korean Craft & Design Foundation Gallery Shop (KCDF 갤러리숍)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    The Korean Craft & Design Foundation Gallery Shop displays and sells high-quality Korean handicrafts, stamped with the UNESCO Seal of Excellence for Handicrafts...

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    Knife Gallery (칼 갤러리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    The only knife specialty shop in Korea, this Insadong gallery is home to over 6,000 knives from all over the world. They include traditional Korean and Japanese...

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    Gukje Embroidery - Insa-dong Branch (국제자수원 3호점 (인사동))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    Opened in 1979, Kukjae Embroidery specializes in embroidered crafts using Korean traditional patterns. Every product is handicrafted, delicate, and elegant. Kuk...

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    Dolsilnai - Insa Branch (돌실나이 (인사점))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    To popularize hanbok, Dolsilnai offers modified hanbok suited for daily use. Focusing on simple elegance, Dolsilnai hanbok is known for all-cotton fabrics and p...

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 6.
  Go 100m straight, then turn left.
  
  Jonggak Station (Seoul Subway Line 1), Exit 3.
  Go straight 300m, and turn left at the 4-way Intersection.
  Go straight 100m, and take the left road toward Insadong-gil Road.
  
  [Bus]
  Get off at Anguk Station, Jongno Police Office, or Insa-dong Bus Stop.
  Green Bus: 7025
  Blue Bus: 109, 151, 162, 171, 172, 601
  Maeul Bus: Jongno02
  Airport Bus: 6011
  
  

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