Insadong

Category: Attraction - Shopping

Nearest Subway Station: Anguk Station (Line 3)

Distance from Subway Station: 180 meters (Exit 6)

District (gu): Jongno-gu

Description:

Insadong is a neighbourhood filled with antique shops and artworks. There are also numerous traditional Korean tea shops in the streets. Insadong is a popular place for tourists as a centre for culture and crafts. Hanbok, traditional korean papers and brushes, ceramics are among some of the merchandises on display here. Don't forget to go to Ssamziegil, a beautiful building housing craft stores that was featured in Super Junior and Girls Generation "SEOUL" video. If you walk around Insadong you will also be charmed with the sights of Korean elders in their best clothes going out doing social activities with their friends.