Shin Old Tea House, Seoul
Shin Old Tea House, located in a hanok- a traditional Korean house, exudes a refined simplicity鈥攋ust a modest wooden sign marks the entrance, inviting you into a quiet hideaway from Seoul鈥檚 bustling energy.
Step inside, and you'll be greeted by the warm creak of wooden floors, the comfort of silk floor pillows, and the gentle glow of dim, lantern-like lighting. Shelves brimming with colorful tapestries, ceramic teapots, framed knick鈥慿nacks, and even a small goldfish tank lend a playful yet soothing character to the intimate space.
The tea selection at Shin Old Tea House spans both familiar and unique flavors鈥攆rom plum, ginger, jujube, and omija teas to medicinal blends like ssanghwa-cha. Both hot and cold varieties are offered鈥攁 refreshing choice in warm seasons. Your drink comes paired with complimentary traditional rice snacks such as sticky rice cakes or puffed rice treats.
Born from a converted ancestral hanok, it is said to have served as a creative refuge for its owner鈥檚 art-college friends, offering a place to sketch, write, and sip tea in tranquility. For travelers, it鈥檚 an especially enchanting place to pause鈥攊deally in the early afternoon, when you might have the space nearly to yourself.
Step inside, and you'll be greeted by the warm creak of wooden floors, the comfort of silk floor pillows, and the gentle glow of dim, lantern-like lighting. Shelves brimming with colorful tapestries, ceramic teapots, framed knick鈥慿nacks, and even a small goldfish tank lend a playful yet soothing character to the intimate space.
The tea selection at Shin Old Tea House spans both familiar and unique flavors鈥攆rom plum, ginger, jujube, and omija teas to medicinal blends like ssanghwa-cha. Both hot and cold varieties are offered鈥攁 refreshing choice in warm seasons. Your drink comes paired with complimentary traditional rice snacks such as sticky rice cakes or puffed rice treats.
Born from a converted ancestral hanok, it is said to have served as a creative refuge for its owner鈥檚 art-college friends, offering a place to sketch, write, and sip tea in tranquility. For travelers, it鈥檚 an especially enchanting place to pause鈥攊deally in the early afternoon, when you might have the space nearly to yourself.
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Sight Name: Shin Old Tea House
Sight Location: Seoul, South Korea (See walking tours in Seoul)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Sight Location: Seoul, South Korea (See walking tours in Seoul)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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