🛍️ Myeongdong Main Street | K-Beauty Paradise, Street Food & Endless Energy 💄🍢🌃

📝 1. Overview
Myeongdong is Seoul’s most iconic shopping and food street — where glowing beauty stores, global brands, sizzling food carts, and K-pop billboards collide. Whether you’re hunting for the latest skincare trends, trying 10 kinds of Korean street food in one go, or just soaking up the electric vibes, Myeongdong is a must-see for first-time visitors and K-culture fans alike.

🌟 2. Highlights
💄 K-Beauty Shops – Innisfree, Olive Young, Etude House, and more
🍢 Street Food Heaven – Tteokbokki, tornado potatoes, grilled lobster, and egg bread
👗 Fashion Boutiques – Trendy Korean styles at street prices
📸 Photo Zones – Neon alleys, food carts, and giant store signs
💆 Facial Spas & Mask Shops – Pop-in pampering after shopping
🎤 K-Pop Stores – Posters, albums, merch (check Myeongdong Underground Mall too)
🛐 Myeongdong Cathedral – Beautiful Gothic church, peaceful escape from the buzz

💡 3. Tips
📸 Best photo spots:

• Center intersection of Myeongdong Street with all the glowing signs
• Food carts at night (best lighting & action)
• Rooftop cafés (some offer city views)
  🕓 Best time to visit: 4 PM–9 PM when food stalls open & neon lights glow
  💵 Most street food vendors = cash preferred (some accept cards or QR payments)
  📦 Many shops offer tax refunds – bring your passport when you buy!
  🚫 Beware of crowding on weekends and holidays

🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 on Myeongdong Main Street

1. Myeongdong Kyoja (명동교자)
   🍜 Legendary kalguksu (hand-cut noodle soup) and kimchi
   📍 29 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
   🕒 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Daily)
   🚶 Just off the main shopping street
2. Issac Toast (이삭토스트)
   🥪 Sweet & savory grilled Korean-style sandwiches
   📍 3 Myeongdong 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
   🕒 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
   🚶 Ideal breakfast stop before shopping
3. Myth Jokbal (미쓰족발)
   🍖 Korean braised pig’s feet, juicy & spicy options
   📍 15-9 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
   🕒 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
   🚶 3 min from the central food street

🚗 5. Access
📍 From Seoul Station:
🚇 Line 4 → Myeongdong Station (Exit 6 or 7) → Walk directly into Main Street

📍 From Gwanghwamun/Insadong:
🚇 Line 3 → Transfer at Chungmuro → Line 4 to Myeongdong Station

📍 Getting Around
🚶 Entire area is pedestrian-friendly – side streets have hidden gems
🛍️ Underground shopping mall connects Line 4 stations
💡 Stay until night – lights, music, and food stalls bring the area to life!