Devotional and cultural gift boutique situated in the subterranean plaza of historic Myeongdong Cathedral, offering exclusive keepsakes, botanical Advent candles, and curated sacred crafts.
A thoughtful selection of cathedral-exclusive memorabilia, handcrafted seasonal Advent candles, and liturgical lifestyle items chosen to commemorate visits to Seoul's mother church.
Handcrafted beeswax candles delicately engraved and adorned with real pressed botanicals, designed for quiet home prayer and liturgical Advent reflection.
Finely crafted Infant Jesus of Prague statues in crimson and gold robes, natural wood crucifixes, and sculpted patron saint figurines suitable for personal altars.
Architectural magnets commemorating Myeongdong Cathedral's 1898 red-brick facade, alongside "Always Be With You" illustrated greeting cards and bookplates.
Linen pouches, delicate rosary jewelry, framed liturgical artwork, and curated Catholic lifestyle accessories sourced through the Catholic Book network.
“Step directly out of the bustling shopping streets of Jung District and into a tranquil, daylight-filled cloister.”
Built directly beneath the century-old Gothic grounds of Myeongdong Cathedral, the 1898 subterranean plaza pairs exposed terracotta brickwork with sweeping geometric glass canopies. PRIÈRE 1898+ serves as the plaza's dedicated gift and devotional shop, inviting travelers, parishioners, and pilgrims into an unhurried retail sanctuary.
Constructed in harmony with the cathedral's 1898 Gothic architecture.
Surrounded by Catholic bookstores, peaceful cafes, and rest spaces.
An unhurried look inside our subterranean shop displays, curated tables, and religious craft showcases.
Authentic impressions from pilgrims, local parishioners, and Seoul travelers exploring the Myeongdong Cathedral plaza.
“I always stop by here when I visit Myeongdong Cathedral. They have designs exclusive to this place, and they make great gifts. This year, I'm really into the Advent candles engraved with pressed flowers.”
“This place, located in the basement of Myeongdong Cathedral, sells souvenirs and religious items. They have souvenirs exclusive to Myeongdong Cathedral.”
“A souvenir shop in the basement of Myeongdong Cathedral. I bought a magnet.”
“A neat shopping space featuring businesses related to Myeongdong Cathedral, such as religious goods stores and bookstores.”
Conveniently accessed from Myeongdong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station, within the underground 1898 Plaza concourse.
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM |