Published Date : Nov 27, 2019 / Edited Date : Nov 13, 2021
The Poetry of Everyday
Editors Julia Truiyu & Ji-eun Gyeong / Provided by THESEOULive
Luxury is not about expensive items, it’s about refined experiences!
For a breather
Sutome Apothecary
If you ever feel get those migraine-like reactions to chemical-based aromas and perfumes, this is definitely the place for you! Located in the Mangwon-dong area, Sutome Apothecary is a showroom that puts its focus on all-natural scents derived from essential oils for some genuine aromatherapy, be it in spray or candle form, that helps calm and clear the mind and body. You'll find yourself immersed in the discovery of aesthetically pleasing names, such as Maiden Voyage, Moonlight Lullaby, Eternal Beauty, and more. There are other featured aromas, like Seochon Youngrakjae (name of a famous hanok), Soohwarim (name of a luxury condo, or "pension"), and Ihwaru, all of which have been inspired by beautiful locations throughout Korea. For more featured items, be sure to check out the Memoria Collection at the official website. Regularly held classes and seminars are also available, however, be sure to call prior to your visit as the showroom closes on occasion.
Tired of the same old cafe at every corner no matter where you go? Well, Baesan may just offer some respite from the monotony! Baesan offers a unique selection of indigenous teas to Taiwan and China, such as latte puer tea, latte black tea, and latte green tea, that put a casual and modern spin on traditional teas like puer tea, black tea, and green tea. Baesan is housed in a space featuring cars and steel structures that were newly refurbished in collaboration with works from various other artists. The name "baesan" is actually the Korean pronunciation of the number "813" in Chinese, which is a number favored among Chinese people.
Baesan
Address 78, Seongsui-ro, Seongdong-gu
Tel +82-2-6238-8130
Hours Daily 11:00 - 24:00
Instagram @baesan_warehouse_cafe
When you crave delicious eats
M. Steakhouse
MRG Korea, the owning establishment of the Made for Garlic restaurant chain, launched M. Steakhouse as their premium steakhouse brand. Created in line with a motif crafted from the artistic element native to Florence, Italy, M. Steakhouse offers traditional steak dishes, while providing a chique, modern ambiance. This unique space itself essentially reinterprets one of Italy's top art museums, the Uffizi Gallery, in modern fashion so that visitors can enjoy art works from the Renaissance over a wonderful dinner of exquisite steak and wine. M. Steakhouse features prime beef steaks naturally cured over the course of a 40-day period and prepares each steak, observing the traditional Italian method of preparation "Bistecca alla fiorentina," or Florentine style.
Once you enter the first floor lobby of the James Joyce Hotel, boasting a red-brick architecture resembling that of an NYC building, you'll notice the cozy wall decor and sofa greeting you upon entrance, reminiscent of a design you'd only see in Manhattan. Previously operating under the name "Hotel Double A," the hotel was rechristened with the name of the infamous Irish novelist, James Joyce, and updated with a much more 20th century appeal. The guest rooms are cleanly adorned with wooden floors and practical, modern furniture. The hotel also features a restaurant on the rooftop, which is covered entirely in grass, sitting under the awe-inspiring gaze of the Namsan Mountain. The hotel itself is located nearby the Myeongdong shopping area, while also being set in the vicinity of primary tourist spots, one of which is the Namsangol Hanok Village, just a five-minute walk away! For those that RSVP the suite with a spa bath, you'll be able to even enjoy a simple, yet romantic bath in a wooden tub that overlooks the entire city.
본 코스는 보행약자(거동이 불편한 고령자, 장애인, 유모차 이용자 등)를 위한 코스입니다.
보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
희망하시는 날짜 및 코스에 활동가능한 해설사가 없는 경우 예약은 취소될 수 있습니다.
예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
해설 진행 시 발생하는 안전사고에 대해서 도보관광 사무국과 서울문화관광해설사는 책임을 지지 않습니다.
미세먼지 비상저감조치 발령 및 기타 기상악화(폭염, 태풍, 폭우 등)로 인해 도보관광 운영이 어려운 경우 모든 예약은 일괄 취소됩니다. (관광일 전날 기준)
Reservations must be made at least 3 days prior to the tour date.
Individual: Up to 10 people ※ Gyeongbokgung/Changgyeonggung/Changdeokgung: 20 people (maximum)
Additional reservations are permitted for pre-existing reservations that do not exceed the limited number of the group by 5pm, one day prior to the tour date.
Other tourists may join your tour as long as it does not exceed the maximum number of the group.
Please be sure to select the date and time carefully as a tour guide is assigned immediately upon making a reservation.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Masks are required for participation in all tour programs.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists under 14 years without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
[As of one day prior to the tour date] All reservations shall be canceled in the event of emergency particulate matter reduction measures taken and/or inclement weather conditions (ex. excessive heat waves, typhoons, heavy rain, and more) that may impede Seoul Guided Walking Tour operations.
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
If you are unable to go on a tour, please cancel the reservation at least 4 hours before the tour starts. If you cancel your reservation more than twice with less than 4 hours left, future reservations may be restricted.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations are canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour is unavailable due to Particulate Matter Reduction Measure or other weather conditions (heat wave, typhoon, heavy rain). (As of the date before the tour day)
