FRIEZE
SEOUL GUIDE
SEOUL GUIDE
Frieze welcomes you to Seoul!
Seoul is the historic, cutting edge, fast-paced capital city of South Korea, comprised of 25 districts. Some of the main districts located closer to COEX in Gangnam-gu for Frieze Seoul are Yongsan-gu, Songpa-gu, Jung-gu, Jongno-gu, Seongdong-gu and Mapo-gu.
We recommend visitors to explore these districts as they are abundant in art, life, food, culture and history.
This guide will provide you with recommendations for navigation, transportation, museums & galleries, history & culture, leisure & entertainment, restaurants & bars, food markets and helpful tips to assist you during your stay.
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Explore Some of Seoul's Districts Near COEX
Gangnam
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Abundance of department stores, trendy restaurants, cafes and bars
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The name Gang (river) nam (South) translates to South of the river
Yongsan
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Comprised of adjacent areas Itaewon and Hannam that offer very different atmospheres
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Rich selection of restaurants, bars and nightlife
Songpa
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Mainly known for Jamsil, a residential and professional area
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Offers an abundance of shopping and entertainment
Jung-gu & Jongno
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Jongno and Jung-gu are generally grouped together
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Heart of art, history and culture; a prominent business centre
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Food range from high end restaurants to hole-in-the-wall restaurants
Seongdong-gu
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Mainly known for Seongsu-dong, an up and coming neighbourhood
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Home to some of the most modern and trendy locations in Seoul
Mapo
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Home to several universities with a youthful ambience
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Wide range of shops, unique cafes and restaurants