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Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium (광명시민체육관)

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium (광명시민체육관)

18.3Km    2024-02-20

703 Ori-ro, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium is a stadium equipped with seating for 3,000 spectators. It houses facilities for physical training, including golf, fitness, and table tennis. The spacious and vibrant lawn plaza immediately draws attention. This complex includes an open art hall for performances, sports facilities like an inline bicycle track and basketball courts, and amenities such as a children's playground and an outdoor water play area. Additionally, it features a 16-meter-high artificial rock-climbing wall.

Seoul National Cemetery (국립서울현충원)

18.3Km    2024-03-07

210, Hyeonchung-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

Seoul National Cemetery is a national cemetery for individuals who worked or fought for Korea and sacrificed their lives. It encompasses those who fought for Korea's independence from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, those who perished in the Korean War (1950-1953), and former presidents, totaling over 165,000 individuals. There are exhibition halls and parks with related artifacts. Shuttle buses are provided for the convenience of visitors.

National Institute of Biological Resources (국립생물자원관)

National Institute of Biological Resources (국립생물자원관)

18.4Km    2023-04-13

42, Hwangyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Incheon

Opened in October 2007, the National Institute of Biological Resources is the largest collection preservation facility in Northeast Asia. The institute collects, preserves, manages, and conducts research on biological resources with the aim of growing into a focal biological resource hub of Northeast Asia. The institute is comprised of a spine-shaped collections and research center and a leaf-shaped exhibition and education center. The exhibition hall has 3,905 specimens of 1,287 native species on display. Korea's diverse ecosystems are recreated as highly detailed dioramas at the exhibition hall. A small restaurant is located inside the research center, and the extensive grass field in front of the institute provides an ideal picnic spot.

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

18.4Km    2024-01-04

350 Dongjak-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch is where visitors can enjoy water sports such as yachting, dinghy yachts (small sail yachts for one to three people without engines and cabins), and kayaking on the Hangang River. It is located in “The River” in Banpo Hangang Park. Luxury yachts, named Black Cat and Blue Jin, are popular with families, while those who enjoy thrilling activities prefer dinghy yachts and kayaks. Visitors can enjoy an incredible sunset on the water as the Hangang River and Seoul's cityscape create an amazing view.

Majanghosu Suspension Bridge (마장호수 출렁다리)

18.5Km    2023-09-14

313 Gisan-ro, Gwangtan-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Majanghosu Suspension Bridge offers more than the bridge itself with amenities like benches, wildflowers, water sports, and a lakeside promenade. It's the perfect place for couples or a family day out. The bridge is surrounded by mountains and a lake, offering a scenic landscape that becomes even more spectacular at sunset. Midway through the bridge, the floor is partially made of bulletproof glass for a thrilling view below one's feet. The bridge has many noteworthy attractions in proximity such as Bogwangsa Temple, Byukchoji Gardens,  and Gongneung Tourist Resort.

Seoul K-Medi Center (서울한방진흥센터)

18.6Km    2025-10-23

26 Yangnyeongjungang-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

Seoul Yangnyeongsi Market is an herbal medicine specialty market that distributes 70% of the herbal medicines traded in Korea and is a Korean medicine-themed town with over a thousand businesses related to oriental medicine, including oriental medicine clinics and herbal medicine stores. The Seoul K-Medi Center, located in this center of Korean herbal medicine culture, is an oriental medicine complex cultural facility that promotes the excellence and safety of traditional Korean medicine through various exhibitions, education, and experiences. The building is unique in that it harmonizes the simplicity of modern architecture with Korean elegance. Visitors can enjoy various experiences in many different facilities in the center, including the Herb Medicine Museum, where one can expand their understanding of Korean medicine by examining over 300 types of medicinal herbs and their effects; the Herb Medicine Experience Room, where visitors can experience herbal medicine natural face packs and herbal heat packs; and Yakseon Food Experience Center, where visitors can learn about healthy recipes using medicinal herbs and make healthy foods.

Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Museum (서울약령시 한의약박물관)

Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Museum (서울약령시 한의약박물관)

18.6Km    2023-04-06

26, Yangnyeongjungang-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Museum opened in September 2006 on the grounds of Bojewon, a medical institution for the poor that was in operation during the Joseon dynasty. The museum was established with the goal of preserving and developing Korea’s herb medicine culture. In October 2017, the museum moved to the second floor of the Seoul K-Medi Center. The center provides both information and hands-on programs.

Choi Hyeok Korean Medicine Clinic (최혁한의원)

Choi Hyeok Korean Medicine Clinic (최혁한의원)

18.7Km    2025-10-23

(1st Floor), 52 Yangnyeongdong-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

Choi Hyeok Korean Medicine Clinic is particularly popular among Japanese visitors. Words about our affordable prices, friendly services, and dedication of the chief and the staff have spread in Japan, which has attracted over 2,000 Japanese visitors to the clinic annually. We offer an extensive array of services, including skin care, wrinkle removal, bloodletting acupuncture, weight-loss herbal medicine (hanyak), lipolysis acupuncture, gongjindan, kyungokgo, and “Magic Powder.” We accept appointments for wrinkle therapy on Sundays. We deliver hanyak to patients’ hotels if they are not too far away. We also ship to patients’ homes in Japan. You are always welcome to contact us on Line or Instagram.

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

18.7Km    2024-12-27

24 UN village 3-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Remodeled from the prevoius Italian Embassy, this restaurant boasts an excellent view of the Hangang River and Lotte World Tower. It is a popular place for dates or birthday parties, requiring a reservation at least a month in advance to sit on the terrace with a view of the Hangang River. Among the recommended menus is the Maison Lunch Set, which offers three courses, including appetizers (such as grilled scallops), pasta, and Korean beef steak. The food is served warm, and the utensils are changed frequently for a pleasant meal. There is a glass greenhouse on the outdoor terrace, so guests can enjoy the Hangang River view regardless of the weather.

Cheonggyecheon Museum (청계천박물관)

Cheonggyecheon Museum (청계천박물관)

18.7Km    2021-11-02

530, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Cheonggyecheon Museum officially opened in October 2005. The museum’s long, glass exterior represents the flowing waters of Cheonggyecheon Stream, which runs through the heart of Seoul. The museum has a permanent exhibition hall, special exhibition hall, educational hall, and an auditorium. The museum contains visual representations of Seoul before and after the transition of Cheonggyecheon Stream. The permanent exhibition hall was remodeled in October 2015, and now offers even more ways to view the history of Seoul as shaped by Cheonggyecheon Stream.