Dig into Myeongdong, Revamping Its Glorious Past

Slowly but surely, Myeongdong is climbing to the top of everyone’s “must-go” lists whether they are traveling from abroad or within the city. With even more diverse and vibrant atmosphere, Myeongdong now appeals quite foreign to just about anyone. There are more things to experience than K-pop music playing on the streets and hours and hours of shopping. Don’t forget to check out the Myeongdong Theater, which hosts a variety of events and art performances, the Myeongdong Underground Shopping Center for picking up last-minute souvenirs, and last but not least, the food stalls neatly lined up along the main street where you can easily find food to satiate everyone’s palate. Visit Seoul has more stories on the Myeongdong Cathedral emanating a serene and sacred ambience that should not be missed, also on Da-dong & Mugyo-dong Food Culture Street located nearby, which is one of the oldest food alleys in Seoul that offers more than 200 kinds of culinary delights.

Food Alley Tour, Especially for Epicures

As we tend to gravitate towards liquids and lose appetite in the scorching summer, the fall is the season for waking up our taste buds and firing up our desire to travel. Read on if you are one of epicures seeking an undiscovered gem.

In the hottest part of the town sits Seongsu-dong Galbi Alley where grilled ribs marinated in a sweet sauce are served in large portions. The largest and one of the oldest traditional markets in Seoul, Namdaemun Market features the kalguksu alley frequented by those who prefer a bowl of warm noodle soup on days with fluctuating temperatures. The pajeon alley near Hoegi Station is home to many restaurants selling jeon, or Korean-style pancake, one of the popular cravings on a rainy day. The Cheongnyangni Fried Chicken Alley, as the name suggests, sells Korean-style fried chicken which has gained worldwide popularities.

Visit Seoul introduces detailed stories of the best food alleys in the town, so make sure to read through if you’re a food lover and an avid traveler.

This exhibition captivates the audience's attention with adorable characters, cartoon elements, and techniques. However, it goes beyond cuteness, narrating stories on a range of social issues.

Every season has a purpose and things to celebrate. There are ways to gracefully transition into the fall season, so be sure to stay tuned for the next month’s newsletter for more fall travel destinations.