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Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

7.6Km    2025-01-17

27, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3146-5936

The Ttukseom Water Purification Plant (Waterworks Museum and Slow Sand Filtration Basin) was completed in August 1908 as the first water purification plant ever built in Korea. In 2008, it celebrated 100 years of history with the opening of the Waterworks Museum, which showcases the history and value of Seoul's public waterworks. The museum was recognized for its modern architectural design and designated Tangible Cultural Asset of Seoul No.72.

e-Sports Hall of Fame (e스포츠 명예의 전당)

e-Sports Hall of Fame (e스포츠 명예의 전당)

7.6Km    2024-10-14

31 Maebongsan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

The e-Sports Hall of Fame is operated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea e-Sports Association to exhibit and honor the esports athletes who have made history for their amazing skills, making Korea synonymous with esports. Visitors can see the athletes' uniforms, gaming materials, trophies, and more, as well as try their hand at playing famous esports games firsthand.

CAFÉ MAMA'S - Yeoido Branch (카페마마스 여의도)

CAFÉ MAMA'S - Yeoido Branch (카페마마스 여의도)

7.6Km    2021-03-30

780, Gukhoe-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-783-5505

It is a brunch café serving delicious ricotta salad and panini. The best menu at this restaurant is panini. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

CheongKwanJang - Seoyeouido Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 서여의도)

CheongKwanJang - Seoyeouido Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 서여의도)

7.6Km    2024-04-18

#112-1, 780, Gukhoe-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Goyang Hyangdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 고양향동점)

7.6Km    2024-06-27

#101, #102, and #103, 4, Kkonmaeul-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Seoul Wave Art Center (서울웨이브아트센터)

7.6Km    2024-10-10

145-35 Jamwon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Seoul Wave Art Center is located within Jamwon Hangang Park, and focuses on promoting the relationship between the sky and earth, people and nature, and people and people. The art center opened in 2020 and has continued to host a range of new exhibitions.

PENELOPE (페넬로페)

PENELOPE (페넬로페)

7.6Km    2021-03-26

1, Nohae-ro 8-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-908-0298

It has a large space and an outdoor terrace. This restaurant's signature menu is pizza. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Gangbuk-gu, Seoul.

Hangang River (한강)

7.6Km    2024-10-29

257 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

The Hangang River is a iconic river in Korea that crosses Seoul from north to south. Various parks and cultural facilities are located along the river, attracting numerous people to enjoy leisure and relaxation. Many people enjoy walking, biking, and jogging along the river. Water sports such as fishing, kayaking, and sailing are also popular, and the night view of the river from a cruise ship makes it even more beautiful. Events such as concerts, drone festivals, and fireworks displays are also a must-see. 

Yeontabal Yeouido (연타발 여의도)

Yeontabal Yeouido (연타발 여의도)

7.6Km    2020-11-19

18, Gukhoe-daero, 70-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-9238

A store featured several times in Korean gourmet programs. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled beef large intestine. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Dapsimni Antique Art Street (답십리 고미술상가)

Dapsimni Antique Art Street (답십리 고미술상가)

7.6Km    2020-09-18

99, Gomisul-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2249-0336

Dapsimni Antique Art Street is where travelers can stumble upon valuable old paintings, antique furniture and pottery as well as a variety of household items. These antique shops used to be scattered throughout the area of Cheonggyecheon Stream 8(pal)-ga, Itaewon, and Ahyeon-dong, but have gathered within Dapsimni area since the mid-1980s. There are approximately 140 shops along the streets.

It is quite fun to browse through antiquities including wooden candlesticks, grandfather clocks, and old picture frames, items which are usually hard to find in regular stores. These rare items attract not only Koreans but also international visitors to this street. While shops in Insa-dong are popular for selling high-quality antiques, shops in Dapsimni Art Street are popular for offering a wide assortment of antiques at reasonable prices.