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Seoul Arts Center (예술의전당)

11.4Km    2025-01-17

2406 Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Arts Center is the representative art complex of Korea. It is comprised of the Opera House, Concert Hall, Art Gallery, Calligraphy Museum, Art Material Hall, and an outdoor stage. You can enjoy various performances and exhibitions all in one site.

The Opera House and Concert Hall consist of a total of five performance halls offering an average of 800 performances ever year, whereas the Art Gallery and Calligraphy Museum has seven exhibition halls providing various exhibitions throughout the year. The outdoor stage also provides various genres of performances all year round.

National Gugak Museum (국립국악박물관)

National Gugak Museum (국립국악박물관)

11.5Km    2021-08-13

2364, Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The National Gugak Museum opened on February 23, 1995 as the first gugak museum in Korea, featuring approximately 6,000 pieces of gugak-related materials and relics which have both historical and cultural value. It is comprised of seven themed permanent exhibition halls that present 250 pieces of audio and video clips regarding gugak. In the 3D room, visitors can enjoy 3D animation at all times. The museum also hosts special exhibitions in unique and interesting themes.

National Gugak Center (국립국악원)

11.5Km    2025-01-17

2364 Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The National Gugak Center is the governing body established to preserve and promote traditional Korean performing arts. The center can accommodate every type of traditional performing arts, such as palace music, court music, and all other genres including major productions of changgeuk (Korean musical drama). Originally opened in Busan in 1951, the center moved to its current location in Seoul in 1987. The center also opened branch locations in Namwon, Jindo, and Busan in 1992, 2004, and 2008 respectively.

St. Peter's General Hospital (강남베드로종합병원)

11.5Km    2025-10-23

2633 Nambusunhwan-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Gangnam St. Peter's Hospital is a comprehensive medical center with 15 departments, including spine & joint care, cerebrovascular & cardiovascular diseases, hyperhidrosis, facial spasms, pain management, and nephrology, urology, and women’s health.
With 30 years of clinical experience and a cooperative, multidisciplinary approach, we provide trustworthy medical services to international patients as well.
Moving forward, we will continue to uphold our core values and vision by providing patient-centric care that comforts both the body and mind. We are committed to collaborative treatment, social contribution, and continuous academic research, all built upon our 30 years of accumulated expertise.

2025 APP WORLD TOUR SEOUL SUP OPEN

2025 APP WORLD TOUR SEOUL SUP OPEN

11.5Km    2025-06-25

65 Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6677-1599

The APP World Tour is a global stand-up paddeboard(SUP) competition that has been held annually since 2010, traveling to major cities around the world including Spain and Portugal. In Korea, the event has been hosted since 2022 under the auspices of the Korea Association of Paddling Professionals(KAPP). The event is meant to gather everyone regardless of their skill or experience, from beginners to professionals. In addition to the competition, everyone can participate in the sides events such as Floating Yoga, Silent Yoga, Paddle for the Planet, Dog Yoga, K-pop and Afropop dance performances or simply come to watch the show!    

Jamsil Hangang Park (잠실한강공원)

Jamsil Hangang Park (잠실한강공원)

11.5Km    2024-03-13

65, Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Jamsil Hangang Park is a leisure space along the Hangang River, conveniently located near Lotte World. It features facilities such as the Jamsil Hangang Swimming Pool and the Jamsil Natural Learning Center, where visitors can observe various aquatic plants and fish. Additionally, there are volleyball courts, children's playgrounds, and walking trails. Visitors can also enjoy the Hangang River's night view from the observation deck café installed on Jamsildaegyo Bridge. There are also designated areas like Jungkook Forest No. 3, created to commemorate the 24th birthday of BTS member Jungkook and RM Forest No. 1.

Palgakdo Main Branch (팔각도 본점)

Palgakdo Main Branch (팔각도 본점)

11.6Km    2025-01-23

643 Gyeongin-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Palgakdo is a restaurant specializing in charcoal-grilled chicken cuts. The chicken is cooked over charcoal, making it tender and juicy. Visitors can try various chicken parts paired with delicious side dishes and sauces. The store’s unique interior, inspired by a pentagon theme, makes it a great place for dates and group gatherings.

Korea Military Academy (육군사관학교)

Korea Military Academy (육군사관학교)

11.6Km    2022-08-30

574, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul

Korea Military Academy is a place of strict rules, patriotism, and military cadets. It was extremely difficult for outsiders to visit the academy until 1997, when a special tourism course was created. The course showcases the major sites at Korea Military Academy. Starting from the school information center, visitors can see the museum, memorial hall, and exhibition center in a 1.5 hour course. The Military Museum displays treasures and materials from each branch of the military, while visitors can see the history of the military and lifestyle of cadets at the memorial hall. However, the highlight of a trip to Korea Military Academy is watching the Hwarang Ceremony, a parade of cadets which takes place every Saturday at 11:30. In the ceremony, cadets don their formal uniform to march. Touring the academy at 10 is perfect for watching the parade later.

Seoul Sillim-dong Minsok Sundae Town (서울 신림동 민속순대타운)

11.6Km    2024-02-15

Seoul Sillim-dong Minsok Sundae Town (서울 신림동 민속순대타운)

Minsok Sundae Town is situated near Sillim Station, an area renowned for its abundance of sundae restaurants. Sundae, a quintessential Korean street food, is crafted by blending vegetables, glass noodles, seasoning, and pig's blood, which is then encased in pig intestines and steamed. The flagship menu, sundae bokkeum (stir-fried sundae), involves slicing sundae and stir-frying it with an array of vegetables, chili pepper powder, red chili paste, and other seasonings on a griddle. In addition to the classic, there are variations like baek sundae (sundae), chapssal sundae (sweet rice sundae), and gopchang bokkeum (stir-fried small intestines).

Heungbu Bossam (흥부보쌈)

Heungbu Bossam (흥부보쌈)

11.6Km    2024-10-15

15-13 Sillim-ro 59-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul

It's a great place to hold group dining and gathering. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gwanak-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is kimchi cabbage wraps with pork.