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Insa-dong

Insa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Ranked #17 of 183 attractions in Seoul
4.0 of 5 stars 474 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighbourhoods, Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Dining, City walk sightseeing
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Seoul, Korea
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

There are tourist traps and there are tourist traps. Most are to be avoided but not this one. Insadong is a big draw for Koreans - including Seoulites - as well for foreigners. However, it is not what it appears to be to the casual eye. This is technically not a traditional neighborhood, but rather a traditional neighborhood that is... More

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Toronto, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Good spot for buying gift back home. safe area with lot of shops and restaurants

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Hong Kong
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

There are korean traditional tea houses and museums situated there.Most fun on saturdays and sundays

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Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Insa-dong is an art tourist area. There were some fabulous art galleries and art stores which we had not found anywhere else. No bartering here as there are too many tourists.

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Manila, Philippines
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

This place is full of yummy treats, art pieces and unlimited selection of souvenirs... 'would definitely go back to this side of Seoul in my next visit...

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manila
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Insa-dong is supposed to be the arts hub of Seoul, but we werent able to see a lot of that. I think we were more focused on the shopping there. This is the place to go if you want a one stop shop for souvenirs. They come pretty cheap too. Most stores have price stickers on them so you don't... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Lots to see and explore in this place. There are also lots of interesting restaurants and cafes around... Need to spare more time to explore

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Bogor, Indonesia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Ssamziegil is cool, chic, and trendy. Nice little shops with handmade or personal designs by young artists. Comfy boulevard to walk along

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Manila, Philippines
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

During holiday, there is a lot of people and some students have a thing called "Free Hugs" for some reason I didn't bother to ask :) I got a free hug!

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Singapore
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Tourist street - buying will be expensive. But there is a some unique shoes/restaurants. Recommended to stroll here.

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