Embark on a beauty and gourmet tour in Seoul

Operated by Jung Kwan Jang, Korea's premier ginseng brand, SPA 1899 Donginbi specializes in treatments using red ginseng, prepared by steaming skin-on ginseng for three hours and then slowly drying it. Rich in saponins, red ginseng enhances the immune system and aids fatigue recovery.

The spa offers a range of services utilizing red ginseng cosmetics, including face and head spas, scalp therapy, and massages.

416, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul서울특별시 강남구 영동대로 416

10:00 - 22:00

Jenny House Cheongdam-Hill, a one-stop beauty salon, serves a star-studded clientele including actresses like Son Ye-jin, Park Shin-hye, Suzy, Han Ji-min, and Kim Tae-ri. Offering hair, makeup, wedding, and nail services, the salon tailors styles through in-depth consultations.

With many international visitors, English and Chinese-speaking managers are available on-site.

56, Seolleung-ro 146gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul서울특별시 강남구 선릉로146길 56

10:00 - 19:00

Located on the rooftop of Seoul's flagship DIOR store, 'House of Dior', Café Dior combines elegance with cultural flair. It features indoor areas adorned with traditional Korean motifs and terrace seating inspired by famous global destinations.

The café is renowned for its beautifully crafted desserts and signature latte, complete with latte art bearing the Christian Dior logo "CD", popular on social media.

464, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul서울특별시 강남구 압구정로 464

Monday - Saturday 11:00 - 20:00, Sundays 11:00 - 19:00

Nestled in the trendy, retro-themed Seongsu-dong, Amore Seongsu offers a unique shopping experience in a renovated car repair shop. Presented by the K-Beauty brand Amorepacific, the store allows visitors to try products from nearly 30 cosmetic brands.

The shop also offers K-Beauty content, including makeup classes and beauty services, enriching the consumer experience in one of Seoul's hippest areas.

7, Achasan-ro 11-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul서울특별시 성동구 아차산로11길 7

10:30 - 20:30

Closed: Closed on Mondays

OME Cooking Lab offers a comprehensive Korean culinary experience, combining cooking lessons with traditional market tours. Popular among international visitors, the program allows participants to learn about Korean cuisine, shop for ingredients at local markets, and prepare dishes themselves.

The lab offers classes in English and Chinese to cater to its international guests, focusing on home-style dishes, desserts, and kimchi-all prepared using seasonal ingredients sourced from the nearby Gyeongdong Market.

97-1, Yangnyeongsi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul서울특별시 동대문구 약령시로 97-1

09:00 - 18:00

Visit the Sulwhasoo Dosan Flagship Store for a premium spa experience. This cosmetic brand is renowned for its anti-aging products, which are based on traditional medicine principles.

The second-floor boutique offers exclusive products and seasonal recommendations.

18, Dosan-daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul서울특별시 강남구 도산대로45길 18

10:00 -19:00

Closed: Closed on Mondays

Ikseon-dong Hanok Street in Seoul has transformed into a hip hangout, featuring trendy cafés, restaurants, pubs, and shops within nearly 100 renovated hanok buildings. Simply strolling along this street and exploring its alleys can immerse visitors in the neighborhood's charm.

Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul서울특별시 종로구 익선동

Myeongdong is Korea's premier shopping destination, stretching 1km from Myeongdong Station on Seoul Subway Line 4 to Euljiro and Lotte Department Store's Myeongdong Main Store. This bustling area offers a wide range of shopping options, along with amenities like hair salons, banks, currency exchanges, and theaters.

66, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul서울특별시 중구 을지로 66