Learn more about the Shinsagae Department Store in Cheonan. Lots of shopping, restaurants, family fun, and art in one spot.
About Shinsagae Department Store & Mall in Cheonan
Shinsegae in Cheonan is a department store attached to a mall. The department store includes many moderate to high-end clothing and home goods departments. The mall includes such things as H&M, E-Mart, a bookstore, a food court, a movie theater, and an outdoor sculpture park and art gallery. Additionally, the area around Shinsagae Department Store
Shinsegae Mall Cheonan
1588-1234
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Hangul Address
충남 천안시 동남구 만남로 43
A medium sized fancy mall will pretty much all the same shops as Seoul but way less people. Gorgeous outdoor sculpture park outside.
Shinsagae Cheonan Hours
Department store and mall hours tend to be consistent and without change.
Shinsagae Department Store Layout
You’ll find a variety of overseas and Korean brands, as well as a diverse range of food options, from pasta, steak, and burgers, to seokgalbi and yukgaejung.
For more on store information, sales, and floor maps.
Sizing in Korea
Sizing will also be different when shopping in Korea. We recommend researching what size you would be in Korea before going shopping. This will help limit some of the stress once you find a store you are interested in. If you are a woman over a size 12 trouser or size 8 shoe, you may find trouble finding things that fit. However, it’s still worth shopping since Korea has a great deal of unisex or free-size clothes that are quite cute.
Arario Gallery & Sculpture Plaza
Including the Sculpture Plaza and two-story Arario Gallery, you’ll find 3 floors of art displayed on the same block as Shinsegae Mall. Arario Gallery, located above Starbucks, is accessible via a stairway. We wouldn’t recommend a stroller unless you call the gallery ahead of time and ask an attendant if they can meet you on the first floor. There is an elevator, but it’s not available for public use.
The manager of the Cheonan Bus Terminal and the Cheonan Shinsagae is also the artist who owns the Arario Galleries and sculpture plaza. He also has galleries in places like Seoul and Jeju. The top floor of the Arario Gallery holds one of his private artist studios.
Arario Gallery
041-551-5100
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Hangul Address
충남 천안시 동남구 만남로 43
Located next to Shinsagae, this gallery is a must visit for contemporary art lovers. Owned by artist Ci Kim who also works out of a studio in the penthouse, this gallery/museum is an wonderful place to learn more about what art looks like in Korea in the present day. With only a 3,000 entrance fee its the perfect place to escape the heat and wrap yourself in creativity. Ci Kim is both an artist and a collector so the shows are well curated and documented. English language exhibition information is available. We love it here. The gallery is also who hosts the sculpture park located just outside. Pro Tip: If you click on the arrow in the header image you can also see a video of one of Ci Kims past solo-exhibitions at Arario Gallery in Cheonan.
Family-friendly Aspects
On the 5th floor of Hall A, Shinsegae Mall, you’ll find a children’s and infant’s lounge with diaper changing stations, high chairs, a sink, microwave, and refrigerator. Only kids’ food is allowed in the room but it’s perfect for parents who need to take care of their little ones’ needs in private. Open from 11:00 to 20:00.
The movie theater is on the 4th floor of Hall B, next to Food Street, which is essentially a food court.
Ebony Books, found on the same block as Shinsegae Mall, includes a diverse selection of used books in English, including children’s books. Excellent prices.
Ebony And Ivory Used Books
070-8267-3642
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Hangul Address
충청남도 천안시 동남구 만남로 13
An English used book store packed floor to ceiling. The perfect place to grab some reading. They validate parking for the paid lot behind the bookstore.
Art Box & Daiso, across the street, will feel like a shopping wonderland for the kids. You can’t miss the large Pink Fong on the rooftop.
Parking and Parking Fees
The Shinsegae Mall has a substantial amount of parking. Additionally, a few parking garage entrances exist on different sides of the building. At times, getting in and out of the Cheonan Shinsegae Mall may be challenging during high traffic times. Allowing yourself 15 or 20 minutes to carefully may decrease the stress of visiting this busy department store and mall.
Shinsegae Mall does have parking fees. You can get discounts on parking by buying things or doing things at the mall. However, this is not a “keep your receipts” situation. Instead, you need to give your license plate when you pay for your items.
The parking discount is given at the register when you checkout. That means you will need to give the last 4 digits of your license plate number to the cashier. We recommend having a photo of your car license plate and showing that to them. It will make the process easier.
Public Transportation
Shinsegae Mall exists about a 30-minute walk or 10-minute taxi ride from Cheonan Station. The following information may help you take public transit to the Cheonan Shinsagae Mall.
However, the Cheonan Express Bus Terminal sits right next to Shinsagae mall. The following information may help you take public bus transit to the Cheonan Shinsagae Mall.
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