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

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

13.3Km    2021-07-24

36-10, Heonilleung-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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))

13.3Km    2021-12-11

34, Heonilleung-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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.

Munjeong-dong Rodeo Street (문정동 로데오거리)

13.3Km    2025-03-29

10, Dongnam-ro 4-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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.

Palgakdo Main Branch (팔각도 본점)

13.3Km    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.

[Seoul Trail Course 1] Suraksan · Buramsan Mountain Course ([서울 둘레길 1코스] 수락 · 불암산 코스)

13.4Km    2025-01-06

Junggye-dong, Nowon-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

Seoul Trail is a walking trail that encompasses the entire city of Seoul, with a total length of 157km and 8 courses. It weaves together the history, culture, and natural ecology of Seoul through various stories. The 1st course is a gentle path from Suraksan Mountain to Buramsan Mountain, covering 18.6km and taking approximately 8 hours and 10 minutes. This trekking course around Buramsan Mountain passes through Iris Garden, Deongneung-gogae, Information Center, Taereung Royal Tomb, Suamsa Temple, and Hakdoam Temple.

Korea Global Culture Exchange Center (KGCEC) ((주)케이지문화교류센터)

13.6Km    2025-10-23

#1404, 3 Gongwon-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Established in 2018, the Korea Global Culture Exchange Center (KGCEC) runs programs related to studying, tourism, and medical tourism in Korea. The company has attracted over 1,000 medical tourism customers, and approximately 700 international students were accepted by Korean universities with the help of the center. Additionally, the center has organized more than 20 large conferences and hosted over 2,000 FITs (Free Independent Travelers).
The center provides consultations and reservation services in Chinese. Interpretation and post-surgery caregiver services are available upon request. The center also provides comprehensive services from arrival to departure (e.g., pick-up, vehicle, tours, guides, hotel, interpretation, hospital, duty-free shopping, etc.)
The center has partner travel agencies in China who handle applications for Korean visas  and medical tourism visas. The center is highly valued by its customers for its promotional efforts and its expansive network of partner hospitals, with its highest priority being service quality.

Seoul Today Dental Clinic (서울오늘치과의원)

13.9Km    2025-11-24

3rd Floor, 63 Dongsong-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoul Today Dental Clinic is a comprehensive dental care center known for its precision, speed, and patient-centered approach. The clinic operates an in-house dental laboratory, enabling same-day prosthetic fabrication for faster and more efficient treatments. With a team of six board-certified specialists, including graduates from Seoul National University, the clinic provides highly specialized and reliable dental care.

Its core services include implants, non-prep veneers, conscious sedation dentistry, orthodontics, and teeth whitening. The clinic is also experienced in treating foreign residents and U.S. military personnel, ensuring smooth communication and cultural understanding.

What sets Seoul Today Dental Clinic apart is its integration of advanced technology and personalized care—patients receive tailored treatment plans within a comfortable, modern environment. For those who fear dental procedures, conscious sedation offers a relaxed and pain-free experience.

Every aspect of Seoul Today Dental Clinic is designed to provide trustworthy, high-quality, and comfortable dental care that meets international standards.

Park Habio Water Kingdom Water Park & Jjimjil Spa (파크하비오 워터킹덤&스파)

14.0Km    2025-10-24

111 Songpa-daero, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Dobongsan Mountain (도봉산)

14.0Km    2021-06-29

Dobong-dong, Dobong-gu, Seoul

Dobongsan Mountain, located in the northeastern section of Bukhansan National Park, is known for the magnificent rock formations of the main peak, Jaunbong Peak (740.2 m), as well as Manjangbong, Seoninbong, Jubong, Obong Peaks and Uiam Rock. Seoninbong Peak in particular has 37 hiking courses, including the famous Bakjwi (Bat) Course.

The mountain is also home to Cheonchuksa Temple, the oldest temple in the region, and several other temples including Mangwolsa and Hoeryongsa Temples, as well as a number of beautiful valleys such as Dobonggyegok, Songchugyegok, Obonggyegok and Yeongeocheongyegok Valleys. Dobongsan Mountain is easily accessible by public transportation, making it a popular attraction for people living in Seoul.

Live Again (리브어게인)

14.1Km    2025-10-23

(B201-161-6, Kolon Science Valley 2) 55 Digital-ro 34-gil, Guro-gu, Seoul

Live Again is Korea's leading international patient recruitment attraction company with offices in Mongolia (Ulaanbaatar) and Vietnam, in addition to the headquarters in Korea. Based on partnerships with top medical centers in Korea, such as Asan Medical Center and Samsung Medical Center, we provide attraction and concierge services for international severe/plastic surgery patients. 
We provide premium 1:1 overseas patient brokerage services that lead the K-Medi brand, with easy, fast, and reliable total care for patients from pre-consultation to aftercare.
We started welcoming foreign patients in 2013, and have supported a total of 10,000 foreign patients to date. We have been recognized for our professionalism and excellence, winning an excellent medical tourism designation by the Korean Ministry of Justice for ten consecutive years (2014-2023). 
We will help more people around the world regain a healthy life by building bridges between Korea's excellent healthcare services and patients with severe/critical conditions abroad.