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[Choi Soon-woo's Old House is closed during the winter]

Before the autumn leaves fall and the winter winds begin to blow, it's a tricky time to travel.

In that case, we're introducing a modern hanok + traditional tea experience course perfect for a quick trip from Seoul.

Today, we'll be taking a relaxing walk connecting two gems in Seongbuk-gu:
👉 Choi Soon-woo's Old House (Geundaehanok)
👉 Suyeonsanbang (Traditional Tea House)
. It was a quiet and relaxing stroll that deeply immersed us in the "Korean sensibility."

🗺️ Course Information
Departure: Hansung University Station, Exit 6
Take the bus three stops from Samseongyo Bus Stop → Get off at Hongik University Middle and High School Entrance Bus Stop
Walk 100m → Choi Soon-woo's Former House
Stroll along the alleys of Seongbuk-dong, enjoying delicious restaurants and small sights
Explore the Seongbuk-dong Art Museum / Driver's Restaurant Street
Walk approximately 15 minutes → Suyeonsanbang (Lee Tae-jun's modern hanok teahouse)
Nearby attractions: Geumokdang Seongbuk Branch, Seongbuk-dong Pork Ribs Main Branch, Ssangdari Pork Bulbaek, Geumwang Donkasu, etc.
End: Lunch at Geumwang Donkasu (Wang Donkasu & Hamburger Steak)

🌿 Main Course Highlights
🏡 1. Choi Soon-woo's Former House
The hanok where Choi Soon-woo, the 4th Director of the National Museum of Korea, actually lived
A square-shaped structure that combines traditional hanok with modern elements
Glass windows that let in natural light, and remnants of everyday life remain intact Space
The main room sign reads, "When you close the door, you're in the deep mountains."
The teacher's love of the aesthetics of Buseoksa Temple's Muryangsujeon Hall remains intact here.
The backyard is also simple, yet deeply imbued with Korean aesthetics.
Closed during the winter.

🍵 2. Suyeonsanbang
A traditional teahouse renovated from the modern hanok of novelist Lee Tae-jun.
Stunning signboards such as "Munhyangnu (Pavilion with the Scent of Writing)," "Jukganseo-ok (Pavilion with the Scent of Writing)," and "Giyeongseaga."
The garden views from the veranda are breathtaking.
Famous for its four-season tree (designated as a beautiful tree by Seongbuk-gu).
Traditional teas (jujube-ssanghwacha / wolfberry-chrysanthemum tea) and assorted rice cakes imbued with autumnal ambiance.
The rooms, verandas, and even the props are imbued with Korean sensibilities.

🍱 3. A taste of Seongbuk-dong's best restaurants
Geumokdang Seongbuk Branch (Yanggaeng, traditional beverages)
Seongbuk-dong Pork Ribs Original Restaurant, Ssangdari Pork Bulbaek
Seongbuk-dong House (Kalguksu)
Geumwang Donkatsu (Seongbuk's Top 3 Pork Cutlets)

Seongbuk-gu is a neighborhood filled with small pleasures while walking.

As fall transitions into winter, if you can't travel far, there are few courses as healing as this combination: Modern Korean House + Traditional Tea + Delicious Restaurants + Alley Strolls ✨

In particular, if you appreciate Korean aesthetics, I highly recommend a visit to Choi Soon-woo's Old House!

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Hello, we are the Traveling Animal Family!

When the fall foliage has all fallen and the winter wind starts to blow, it becomes an awkward season for traveling.

At such times, here's a perfect light trip from Seoul: a course combining a modern-era hanok and a traditional tea experience.

Today’s course connects two hidden gems in Seongbuk-gu:
👉 Choi Soon-woo’s Former Home (Modern-era Hanok)
👉Suyeonsanbang (Traditional Teahouse)
It was a quiet, serene walk where we could deeply feel the warm, calm “Korean aesthetic.”

🗺️Course Information
Start: Hansung Univ. Station, Exit 6
From Samseon-gyo Bus Stop → ride 3 stops → get off at Hongik Univ. Middle/High School Entrance Stop
Walk 100m → Choi Soon-woo’s Former Home
Stroll through the alleys of Seongbuk-dong, explore local eateries and small attractions
Look around Seongbuk-dong Museum of Art / Drivers’ Restaurant Street
Walk about 15 minutes → Suyeonsanbang (Modern-era hanok teahouse owned by novelist Lee Tae-jun)
Nearby spots: Geumokdang Seongbuk Branch, Seongbuk-dong Pork Ribs Main Store, Ssangdari Spicy Pork, Geumwang Donkatsu, etc.
Final stop: Lunch at Geumwang Donkatsu (King-size pork cutlet & hamburger steak)

🌿Main Course Highlights
🏡 1. Choi Soon-woo’s Former Home
Actual residence of Choi Soon-woo, the 4th Director of the National Museum of Korea
A □-shaped structure harmonizing traditional hanok with modern elements
Natural-light-filled glass windows and preserved everyday artifacts
Signboard in the master room reading “Dumun Jeuksi Simsan” (Close the door and you are already deep in the mountains)
The aesthetics loved by Choi, such as Bulguksa’s Muryangsu-jeon, remain throughout the space
The rear garden is mo...