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Gwacheon Chusa Museum (추사박물관(과천))

14.7Km    2023-07-14

78, Chusa-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2150-3650

Gwacheon was where Chusa Gim Jeong-hui immersed himself in studies and arts to ignite his final artistic spirit in the twilight of his life. The city of Gwacheon opened Chusa Museum in order to promulgate the essence of the learning and arts that Chusa flowered. The museum features the life exhibit of Chusa, an art and science exhibit, a planned exhibit hall, an experience room, lounges, a museum shop and an education room for thoroughly researching, exhibiting and experiencing Chusa.

Goyang West Three Royal Tombs (The tomb of Queen Janggyeong) [UNESCO World Heritage] (고양 서삼릉(장경왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Goyang West Three Royal Tombs (The tomb of Queen Janggyeong) [UNESCO World Heritage] (고양 서삼릉(장경왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

14.8Km    2024-02-07

233-126 Seosamneung-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-962-6009

Goyang West Three Royal Tombs is a significant historical site comprising three major royal burial grounds in the western area. Huireung Royal Tomb is dedicated to Queen Janggyeong (1491-1515), the consort of King Jungjong during the Joseon dynasty. Hyoreung Royal Tomb is the resting place of King Injong (1515-1545) and his queen, Inseong. Yereung Royal Tomb holds the remains of King Cheoljong (1831-1864) and his queen, Cheorin. This area is home to numerous tombs and relics belonging to various members of the Joseon royal family.

Netmarble Game Museum (넷마블게임박물관)

Netmarble Game Museum (넷마블게임박물관)

14.8Km    2025-05-14

38 Digital-ro 26-gil, Guro-gu, Seoul

The Netmarble Game Museum offers visitors an opportunity to explore the history and culture of games and discover their social and cultural values. The museum features an exhibition space showcasing a diverse collection of domestic and international, a learning space with various gaming education materials, and a gaming space where visitors can enjoy playing different types of games. The exhibition space is organized around three main themes: game history, game world, and gaming culture. In particular, the Play Collection zone includes classic arcade games, console games, and PC games, allowing children to have fun and adults to reminisce about their memories.

THE FIRST STAY (더퍼스트스테이 호텔)

THE FIRST STAY (더퍼스트스테이 호텔)

14.8Km    2024-12-23

23 , Magokdong-ro 4-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2600-8300

The First Stay Hotel, located in Magok-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, is chosen by many frequent business trippers as well as domestic and foreign travelers because of its modern styling, practical prices, and convenient transport links. Gimpo Airport is 10 minutes and Incheon International Airport just 30 minutes away, while subway and bus stops are within a 5-minute walk. The hotel has ample parking space, and self-catering is possible in some rooms.

Ewha Womans University Seoul Hospital (이화의대부속서울병원)

14.9Km    2025-10-23

260 Gonghang-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

Ewha Womans University Seoul Hospital is designed with a focus on optimizing care for infectious diseases, featuring 3-bed standard wards and single-bed rooms in all intensive care units. Building on our long history of excellence in women’s education, treatment, and research, we have established a competitive edge by specializing in women’s cancers, including breast, thyroid, uterine, and ovarian cancers. Our expertise extends beyond women’s health, offering specialized medical services for severe conditions such as bladder, stomach, and colorectal cancers, as well as cardiovascular diseases. We also provide comprehensive care for chronic adult conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and obesity.
Our recently opened Ewha Womans University Cerebrovascular Hospital and Ewha Womans University Aorta and Vascular Hospital are equipped with the latest technology to offer advanced surgery and treatment for stroke, aneurysms, heart, and aortic diseases. The Ewha Womans University Mother and Baby Hospital is dedicated to the specialized care of high-risk mothers and newborns, ensuring the best outcomes for maternal and child health. Additionally, we offer personalized health management through our specialized centers, including the Wellness Health Checkup Center and the Well-Aging Center, to support our patients’ overall well-being.

Sungsam Medical Foundation, Miz Medi Hospital (성삼의료재단미즈메디병원)

15.0Km    2025-10-23

295 Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

MizMedi Hospital began as an obstetrics and gynecology center specializing in infertility treatment in 1991. In 2000, we expanded to become a general hospital for women, providing comprehensive care for infertility and a wide range of women's health issues. 

- The first JCI-certified hospital in Korea specializing in women's healthcare
- An obstetrics and gynecology hospital accredited by the Ministry of Health and Welfare
- 64 specialists and 322 highly skilled employees
- Serving 390,000 patients and delivering 4,000 babies each year
- Performing over 8,000 surgeries each year, with most gynecologic conditions treated laparoscopically, and more than 1,700 in vitro fertilization procedures, frozen embryo transfers, and artificial insemination treatments— with a pregnancy success rate of over 50%

Proudly, we are MizMedi Hospital.

Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 헌릉(태종,원경왕후)과 인릉(순조,순원왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 헌릉(태종,원경왕후)과 인릉(순조,순원왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

15.0Km    2021-07-24

36-10, Heonilleung-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-445-0347

Heolleung and Illeung Royal Tombs house the mounds for two kings of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910) and their wives: King Taejong (1401-1418) and Queen Wongyeong, along with King Sunjo (1800-1834) and Queen Sunwon. Together, the tombs are referred to as Heonilleung Royal Tomb. The site possesses numerous stone statues and vestiges, and is a good place to experience the culture of the Joseon dynasty.

Heoninneung Royal Tombs Ecological Preservation Area (Alder Tree Forests) (헌인릉 생태경관보전지역(오리나무림))

Heoninneung Royal Tombs Ecological Preservation Area (Alder Tree Forests) (헌인릉 생태경관보전지역(오리나무림))

15.1Km    2021-12-11

34, Heonilleung-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-445-0347

Heonninneung Royal Tombs Ecological Preservation Area is home to alder tree forests. It was officially designated as an ecological preservation area by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 2005.

Gocheok Sky Dome (고척 스카이돔)

Gocheok Sky Dome (고척 스카이돔)

15.1Km    2023-09-05

430 , Gyeongin-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Gocheok Sky Some is the first dome-type baseball stadium to be built in Korea. Since its establishment in 2015, the stadium has been used as a venue for diverse events, including baseball games, athletic sports, performances, concerts, and more. The stadium consists of two basement floors and four above-ground floors with 16,783 seats. Gocheok Sky Dome serves as a cultural facility for the public that can host events regardless of season and weather. A baseball-themed street is connected to the dome for baseball fans. Several other sports-related facilities and retailers are also available. 

Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street (문정동 로데오거리)

Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street (문정동 로데오거리)

15.2Km    2025-03-29

10, Dongnam-ro 4-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-400-1633

Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street is a large shopping district containing over 200 brand-name discount stores. The street is T-shaped, with a 1-kilometer-long main street connected to a 400-meter-long alley, and the Munjeong 1-dong Resident Center located at the center. For shoppers’ convenience, there is a public parking lot (if visitors purchase goods at Rodeo Street, they can park here for free) and a parking lot for foreign tourists only (free of charge). Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street is one of Korea’s major shopping streets with customers ranging from teenagers to adults, since discount stores stocking sports wear, casual wear, shoes, men’s and ladies’ suits, and golf wear are all located on this street. Moreover, this is a great place to find deals on famous brands, at prices lower than at a department store. On some items you can get discounts of up to 70-80%.

Since most of the goods are stock from previous seasons, it might be better to purchase the more classic styles rather than the trendy fashions. In some cases, the goods might have been slightly crumpled or stained during the transfer from warehouse storage, but taking them to the dry-cleaners should fix most problems. However you should be careful when looking at the sewing quality, and check for missing buttons.

One more thing to bear in mind is the shopping season. Even discount stores have periods when stock runs low. The best time to shop is immediately after the stores in Rodeo Street restock their merchandise. This is done at about the same time as department stores. There is also an enormous variety of goods to choose from during the Rodeo Festivals in May and September. The purchased goods are exchangeable but non-refundable, so check the quality of the products carefully before purchasing.

In addition, Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street has a wide selection of restaurants and entertainment facilities. There are a number of pizza places, coffee shops, and food courts, as well as internet cafes and game rooms in the alleys behind the stores. Visitors can also relax in the surrounding parks. There’s a park with a 600-year-old zelkova tree right behind the Munjeong 1-dong Resident Center. Munjeong Rodeo Street is not just a shopping district; it’s a cultural area. The ‘Munjeong-dong Cultural Festival’ takes place every year in May, and the ‘Munjeong-dong Rodeo Festival’ takes place in May every other year. During these festivals, visitors can watch traditional Korean performances, traditional wedding ceremonies, international fashion parades, hip-hop dancing, and more. A charity sale is held on weekends and national holidays on the open-air stage of the Munjeong 1-dong Resident Center, and merchandise is sold for even bigger discounts.