Samcheong-dong

Low-key Samcheong-dong draws visitors to Bukchon Hanok Village, a sprawling maze of centuries-old traditional houses filled with artisan workshops, tea rooms and small museums. Elsewhere, galleries like the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and Kukje Gallery show avant-garde work. Local indie boutiques sell crafts and gifts, and dining options include quirky al fresco cafes and laid-back Korean eateries.