2024/03/13
Edited and published by Seoul Tourism Organization |
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This newsletter, issued by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Tourism Organization, is intended for travel agencies and related organizations around the world.
Issued on the second Wednesday of every month, the newsletter introduces some of Seoul's best hidden charms and newest attractions.
We look forward to your continued interest and support as we bring you a variety of content in the future!
※ Please note that the "KR" on a button indicates that the website is available only in Korean.
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【Contents】📑
1. E-Sport Industrial Tourist Attractions
2. Cultural Industrial Tourist Attractions
3. Science and Technology Industrial Tourist Attractions |
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Recently, instead of general tourist attractions a rising number of tourists are looking for unique industrial tourism experiences.
Did you know there are many industrial tourism sites in Seoul? Check out some of the more popular ones below! |
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1. E-Sport Industrial Tourist Attractions |
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1️⃣ LoL Park
#LoL #E-Sports #WatchingGamesLive #LoLMerchandise #ReservationRequired #FIT
The popularity of League of Legends (LoL) in Korea has really soared, as evidenced by the crowds gathered in Gwanghwamun Square during last year’s LoL World Championship which took place in Seoul. 🔥
If you are interested in watching LoL Cup matches live in the e-sports powerhouse that is Korea, make sure to visit the LoL Park on game days!
Here, you will not only be able to feel the fiery atmosphere of the games first-hand, but you also be also able to check out LoL related merchandise as well. The nearby shops and restaurants are open even on days when there are no matches.
Tickets for games can be reserved via the website below. |
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- Hours: Varies by game day / Merchandise shop 11:00–20:00
- Address: LoL Park, 3F, Gran Seoul Tower [1], 33, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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2️⃣ T1 Base Camp
#LoL #PCBangExperience #T1 #OnlineGames #ComplexCulturalSpace #PhotoBooth #FIT #GroupTour
Can’t make the time to visit on a game day? Then make sure to visit T1 Base Camp!
T1 Base Camp is a complex cultural space in the style of a PC bang for fans of T1, one of the most successful LoL teams of all time.
The camp features seats used by T1 players, player-autographed items✍ hidden throughout, 5-person group seats where you can feel like a professional player, and private rooms where you can enjoy a wide range of games.
While playing games🎮 , be sure to try the PC bang food 🍔recommended by T1 players themselves!
At the merchandise shop inside, you can purchase a range of game-related items in addition to T1 merchandise.🎁 Also, before you leave, don’t forget to take some snapshots at the T1 photo booth📷 , the only one of its kind in Korea!
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Always open
- Address: B1F, 147, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Admission: Free (Separate fees for PC usage and concessions)
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3️⃣ E-Sports Hall of Fame
#E-Sports #History #Exhibitions #Archives #LiveBroadcastExperience #BroadcastProductionExperience #FIT #GroupTour
Want to learn everything there is about e-sports? Then, we recommend the E-Sports Hall of Fame! 👍
The E-Sports Hall of Fame is an exhibition space that commemorates prominent Korean and international players who have made significant contributions to e-sports. One side of the E-Sports Hall of Fame features a broadcasting booth and a space for experiencing e-sports events and production firsthand. |
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and public holidays)
- Address: 11F, Synergium, S-Plex Center, 31, Maebongsan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Reservations: Available for groups of 10 or more
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2. Cultural Industrial Tourist Attractions |
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1️⃣ KBS On
#K-Culture #BroadcastExperience #Children #Adults #WatchingLiveRadioBroadcast #FIT #GroupTour
🎵Curious about how Korean broadcasting programs such as BTS and NewJeans music shows🎶, and K-dramas🎞 are made?
At KBS On, various experiences for people of all ages are available, from exhibitions on the history of the national broadcasting station KBS📺 to hands-on activities.
Experience first-hand a variety of roles, such as weather forecasters, camera directors, and voice actors, and even watch live radio broadcasts that take place at outdoor booths.📻
The entrance features a display of autographs from BTS members, so don’t miss this special photo spot!
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Weekdays, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Closed on weekends and public holidays)
- Address: KBS Main Building, 13, Yeouigongwon-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
- Admission: Free / Guided tour reservation required
* Group reservations can be made for parties of 11 to 30 persons but must be booked through the website at least 5 days in advance complete with an interpreter guide.
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2️⃣ Oil Tank Culture Park
#RebirthOfSpace #UrbanRegeneration #Exhbition #Performances #CulturalSpace #FIT #GroupTour
Oil Tank Culture Park, which once housed petroleum storage tanks, is a prime symbol of Seoul’s urban regeneration. 🔋
Oil Tank Culture Park once stored petroleum that was enough to serve residents of Seoul for about a month. After shutting down in 2002, it was transformed into a cultural space following a public idea contest.
Using the original tanks and their steel plates, the space was repurposed to host cultural events such as exhibitions, performances, and workshops.✨
f you're curious to see how a space from the petroleum and construction-focused industrial era was transformed into an eco-friendly and cultural park, be sure to visit Oil Tank Culture Park!🙌 |
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
- Address: 87, Jeungsan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Guided tour program: Book through the Seoul public service reservation site (yeyak.seoul.go.kr). Search for “Oil Tank Culture Park” and select the date you would like to visit.
* Must be accompanied by an interpreter guide. Audio guide rental available in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese.
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3. Science and Technology Industrial Tourist Attractions |
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1️⃣ T.um
#Seoul2050 #CuttingEdgeTechnology #VRExperience #HologramExperience #FIT #SmallGroup
Want to get a sneak peek of what Seoul will look like in 2050? Then visit T.um to see the future today! 👩🔬
At T.um see the futuristic city of Highland, which incorporates cutting-edge technology from SKT and represents a convenient environment for humanity, covering diverse aspects such as energy, agriculture, and healthcare.
In Highland, you can board the Hyperloop🌌 to the Space Control Center, where you can directly produce organs with a 3D printer for immediate transplant. You can also go to an underwater city to hold a holographic conference, and protect the Earth by remotely controlling robots using VR devices! 👩🚀
Word about T.um is spreading among tourists, so be sure to visit! |
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Closed on weekends, public holidays, and the last Monday of each month)
- Address: SK-T Tower, 65, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Admission: Free / Guided tour reservation required
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2️⃣ Seoul Energy Dream Center
#GreenEnergy #EnvironmentalEducationInstitution #Children #EducationalTrip #FIT #GroupTour
Did you know Seoul has built an energy self-sufficient building to promote the development of eco-friendly energy? ♻
Seoul Energy Dream Center is widely utilized as a platform for environmental education thanks to its diverse exhibitions and experiences on energy and climate change. It is a leading environmental education institution that promotes the value and importance of the environment.
You can learn about various energy generation processes, such as wind🌀 and hydroelectric🌊 power, as well as energy conservation methods. Additionally, the center holds Saturday environmental classes for children.
A smart audio guide service is available at the lobby on the first floor, allowing visitors to delve into the secrets of the Seoul Energy Dream Center in detail. |
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Closed on Mondays, January 1, Lunar New Year's Day, Chuseok, and December 12, the anniversary of the center’s opening)
- Address: 14, Jeungsan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
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3️⃣ Waterworks Museum
#HistoryOfSeoulWaterSystems #EcoFriendly #ExperiencePrograms #Arisu #FIT #GroupTour
Did you know that you can drink Seoul's water, also called “Arisu,”💧 straight from the tap? If you’d like to learn the secret to Seoul’s clean water, take a history lesson on the modern water supply in Korea at the Waterworks Museum.
Korea’s first water purification plant, Ttukdo Reservoir, stood for 110 years before being born again as the Ttukdo Arisu Water Purification Center.
The center continues to provide clean and safe tap water to residents of Seoul, and now also houses the Waterworks Museum.
You can learn how water supply technology has developed and evolved, and experience a wide range of programs centered around water and the environment!
Finally, you can enjoy a refreshing and delicious glass of Arisu water before heading off to your next destination.
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays, January 1st, Lunar New Year's Day, and Chuseok)
- Address: 27, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
- Website: arisu.seoul.go.kr/arisumuseum
- Admission: Free / Guided tour reservation required
* Must be accompanied by an interpreter guide when making guided tour reservations
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A Word from the Seoul Tourism Organization !💌
Did you know Seoul City Hall is another building that holds the history and technology of Seoul? Learn more by visiting Seoul City Hall in person!
If you sign up for the “Seoul Tong Tong Tour” which is operated by the city, you can learn some fascinating stories about Seoul City Hall.
Discover the secrets of Seoul City Hall with its unique glass walls that are styled based on the eaves of traditional Korean houses, and explore history-filled sights such as the Former Mayor's Office and the Seoul Archival Services.
Who knows, you might even get to meet the mayor of Seoul!
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[TIP]❗
- Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM (Closed on Mondays, weekends, and public holidays)
- Address: B1, Seoul City Hall, 110, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Admission: Free / Tong Tong Tour reservation required
* Available only for groups of 10 or more / Reserve by phone at least 5 days in advance / Must be accompanied by interpreter guide
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