Top 10 things to do in Insadong Area

  1. Bukchon Hanok Village
    37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    Take a stroll through this traditional Korean village, complete with traditional hanok houses, art galleries, and museums.
  2. Ssamziegil
    44, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This four-story shopping complex is filled with unique boutiques and artisanal shops, as well as cafes and restaurants.
  3. Jogyesa Temple
    55, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This Buddhist temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Korea and features beautiful architecture and peaceful gardens.
  4. Insadong Street Market
    Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This vibrant market is filled with street vendors selling traditional Korean souvenirs, snacks, and street food.
  5. Tapgol Park
    14, Jong-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This historic park is home to a 10-story stone pagoda and a statue of Admiral Yi Sun-sin, a Korean naval hero from the Joseon Dynasty.
  6. Jeongdok Public Library
    99, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This modern library is housed in a historic building and features a collection of over 200,000 books and a rooftop garden.
  7. Traditional Korean Tea Ceremony
    44, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    Experience the art of traditional Korean tea-making in a serene tea house in the heart of Insadong.
  8. Alive Museum
    12, Insadong 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This interactive museum features optical illusions and 3D art installations that allow visitors to become a part of the artwork.
  9. Samcheong-dong
    Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    This trendy neighborhood is filled with cafes, art galleries, and boutiques, as well as historic hanok houses and temples.
  10. Traditional Korean Performing Arts
    37, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
    Experience traditional Korean music, dance, and theater performances at the National Theater of Korea or the Jeongdong Theater.