On the lower slopes of Bukaksan, this park is busiest in April when locals come to admire the cherry blossoms. Hiking trails here connect up with the Seoul City Wall.


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2. Simsimheon

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This modern hanok was rebuilt using traditional methods on the site of two older ones to create a home with museum grandeur that gives a rare opportunity…

3. Gahoe Minhwa Workshop

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Housing a large collection of amulets and folk paintings this combined house museum and cultural centre also offers classes teaching traditional painting,…

4. Another Way of Seeing

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Running a program to support art education and activities for the blind, Another Way of Seeing is a gallery where the thought-provoking exhibitions…

5. World Jewellery Museum

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The well-lit displays of this private jewellery collection prove that small is beautiful. The pieces were amassed from around the world over three decades…

6. Cheongwadae

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7. National Children’s Museum

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Advance reservations are recommended for this interactive and guided museum for kids, as walk-in visitors are limited in number daily.

8. Great Greenhouse

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On the grounds of Changgyeonggung is this splendid Victorian-stye greenhouse built by the Japanese in 1909.