Destination briefing
Why travelers stop here
Located right next to Insa-dong Traditional Culture Street, Nakwon Instrument Arcade has been a specialized commercial complex dealing exclusively with musical instruments and music-related products, information, and services since the 1970s, and is the largest of its kind in the world. In over 330 instrument stores, you can obtain and purchase the latest domestic and international products and information on guitars, orchestral instruments, percussion instruments, traditional Korean instruments, cutting-edge electronic instruments, amplifiers, speakers, and various audio and broadcasting equipment. In addition to expensive new products, exchange and sale of used items are also possible, and services such as repair, tuning, and exchange of used items like pianos are provided. Rental services for instruments and sound equipment for various events are also available. The arcade also houses the Hollywood Theater, a multiplex cinema, making it a representative landmark of Jongno along with Insa-dong Traditional Culture Street. After a recent renovation, it is now open on Sundays, offering a more pleasant shopping environment.
OTA-ready stop
Built into inbound routes and day-tour planning.
Local context
서울특별시 종로구 삼일대로 428 (낙원동)
Travel fit
Shopping · Seoul








