South Korea: Seoul: Insadong

Insadong is very close to Changdeokgung Palace, it a good stop for a market happening and for those who like to experience culture and buy traditional goods.

A place where you can find lots of arts and crafts.

Tip: If visited too early, most of the stores are also closed.   Restaurants mostly open after 11am.  It is advisable to visit the place for late lunch or late afternoon to enjoy the busy streets.

Ice cream store below is just so popular not just for adults on a late winter time, but are also enjoyed by the kids.

Updated: Re-visited on Oct 2017

Updated: Re-visited on Nov 2017

Also try "ttong ppang" which is known as poop bread.  [read review on this page]

How to get there

Take subway to Anguk, Exit 6.

No need to go back to Anguk, you can continue the subway journey by taking Jongno-3-ga station.