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'Parasite' won the Palme d'Or for the first time among Korean films at the 72th Cannes Film Festival held in May of last year. One year has passed, but many fans are still enthusiastic about this film. The film was ranked all-time second place for streaming views and the most-watched non-English film in just a week after its release in April on Hulu, an online streaming platform in the United States.
As 'Parasite' continues its popularity, filming sites of this film are receiving much attention as well. For this reason, we came up with a new tour course for those who love 'Parasite' and Seoul. “Every nook and cranny of Seoul through 'Parasite'” is a special themed course that combines filming sites of 'Parasite' and nearby attractions in Seoul!
The first is the “Stairs of Jahamun Tunnel” course. Representative tourist spots of Seoul are located close to Jahamun Tunnel. Gyeongbokgung Palace, representing the Joseon Dynasty, Seokpajeong, a garden loved by the king, Seochon, where Korean-style houses are clustered and more. This course tells the history and stories of Korea in the midst of a splendid and busy city.

The path followed by rain-soaked Ki-taek’s family

Stairs of Jahamun Tunnel

The family of Ki-taek (Song Kang-ho) has a secret party in the house of Mr. Park (Lee Sun-kyun), who goes for camping. However, Mr. Park and his family cancel the camping and return home because of heavy rain. Ki-taek's family run away from the house. Jahamun Tunnel passed by the rain-soaked family of Ki-taek on their way home is an essential tourist spot for fans of 'Parasite'. There is a photo zone and sign nearby the Stairs of Jahamun Tunnel and at the tunnel entrance. We have two tips for taking awesome photos here. The first tip is to take the same pose as the 'Parasite' poster at the tunnel entrance. The second tip is to take a photo of going down the stairs like Ki-taek’s family from the opposite side of the tunnel.

Attraction #1

A secret garden loved by the king

Seokpajeong means “a castle to watch the fall foliage while listening to the sound of flowing water.” This garden presents an exquisite natural landscape throughout four seasons, but the fall foliage view is so fantastic that you can understand why the old king loved this place so much. Seokpajeong is right next to Seoul Museum. The admission fee is 5,000 won if you only want to visit Seokpajeong, and 11,000 won to visit Seoul Museum as well.

Attraction #2

Beautiful ancient palace of Joseon

Gyeongbokgung Palace is a must-visit place for tourists who come to Korea. Gyeongbokgung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony takes place three times a day. Wear a traditional Korean dress and feel the royal culture of Joseon by looking around the political affairs facilities of kings and officials, living space of royal families, and Secret Garden.

Attraction #3

The oldest used bookstore in Seoul

Daeoh Bookstore is an iconic place in Seochon. Ever since its opening in 1951, the bookstore was operated in the same place for nearly 70 years. This bookstore is widely known as the filming site of various films and music videos. The Korean singer IU shot her album jacket photo here. K-pop fans have been visiting this place constantly after the news that RM of BTS stopped by.

Restaurant #1

House-made dumplings with a neat and fresh taste

This dumpling restaurant was selected as a “2020 Bib Gourmand” by the Michelin Guide. Bib Gourmand selected by the Michelin Guide means that a restaurant offers quality menu for a modest price. “Dumpling Soup” that serves a clean beef broth with plump dumplings is the main menu. The menu has English explanations to help foreigners.

Restaurant #2

A street lined up with gourmet restaurants of Seochon

Sejong Village Food Street is placed at Exit 2 of Gyeongbokgung Station. This street attracts tourists with gourmet restaurants. After the sun sets, signs and lightings of restaurants emit lights of different colors to display a splendid street scene.

Restaurant #3

A sensuous Korean-style cafe

“Bear Cafe” is a place to feel the mood of Seochon. This is an attractive cafe that has the exterior of traditional Korean-style houses and contemporary interior design. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the cozy inner garden.

Restaurant #4

A traditional market where old traditions come together with arts

Tongin Market became famous for Yeopjeon (token) dosirak (lunchbox). You can trade Yeopjeon at 500 won each and pay Yeopjeon for a dosirak of your choice. Diverse street food of Korea like Tteokbokki, Gimbap, and twigim (fritters) can be found.

Shopping #1

Korea’s first chopstick gallery

You can find chopsticks made by master artisans using traditional craft techniques and artistic chopsticks made by contemporary artists. The gallery sells various chopsticks as souvenirs. The most popular program of this gallery is “Chopstick Making Experience,” which allows you to make your unique chopsticks.

Shopping #2

A select shop that only introduces brands that are over 100 years old

“BARBERSHOP” is a select shop for men that introduces brands of hidden master artisans in the United States and Europe. The shop has shoes, clothes, and bags with designs that do not follow the trend and have fine qualities. You will easily lose track of time because of traditional and refined products and interior design.

#Seoul Guided Walking Tour

Seoul Guided Walking Tour is a program for tourists to walk with a tour guide and listen to stories of tourist attractions in Seoul. This program is operated for 32 courses, and you can make a reservation at  'dobo.visitseoul.net' . The service is free.