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2025 APP WORLD TOUR SEOUL SUP OPEN

2025 APP WORLD TOUR SEOUL SUP OPEN

8.2Km    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)

8.2Km    2024-03-13

65, Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0511

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.

E-Land Cruise (Hangang River Ferry Cruise) (이랜드크루즈 (한강유람선))

E-Land Cruise (Hangang River Ferry Cruise) (이랜드크루즈 (한강유람선))

8.2Km    2024-10-31

(Nodeulnaru Park), 290, Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6291-6900

The E-Land Cruise cuts across the Hangang River along the east-west axis. It connects two terminals, one in Yeouido and the other in Jamsil. The company offers a number of different programs, such as the Han River Tour Cruise, a daytime cruise that takes one along the views of Hangang River, and the Moonlight Music Cruise, which offers a beautiful view of Seoul at night with jazz music. One can also enjoy buffet lunch and dinners on the ship.

Olens - Chung-Ang Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 중앙대)

Olens - Chung-Ang Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 중앙대)

8.2Km    2024-04-16

1F, 87-1, Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul

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PAULIN PANCAKE - Hongdae Branch(폴인팬케이크 홍대)

PAULIN PANCAKE - Hongdae Branch(폴인팬케이크 홍대)

8.3Km    2021-04-15

86, Wausan-ro, 29ga-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-336-8952

Souffle pancake is a popular dessert in Korea. The representative menu is souffle pancakes. This cafe is located near Hongik Univ. Station, Seoul.

Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

Seoul Geumseonsa Temple (금선사(서울))

8.3Km    2021-08-17

137, Bibong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-395-9911

Geumseonsa Temple is located within Bukhansan National Park, just behind Cheong Wa Da (The Blue House) and Gyeongbokgung Palace. The entrance to the temple is just off the hiking path to Bibong Peak.

After passing Banyajeon Hall, where Buddhist services are held, visitors will see a pine tree over 200 years old, and beyond that, a staircase with 108 steps leading up to Daejeokgwangjeon Hall in the temple's main area. To the right is Samseonggak House and Hongyegyo Bridge over the clear waters flowing down from the mountain.

Additional temple buildings include Mitajeon Hall and Yeonhwadang Hall, built in 2004 by Monk Beopan; and Jeokmukdang Hall, built using traditional construction techniques.

Yeonnam-dong (연남동)

Yeonnam-dong (연남동)

8.3Km    2024-03-19

Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Yeonnam-dong, located near Hongik University Station, has become a hot spot in Seoul as young artists and hipsters gather. It is densely packed with art spaces, and every alley is filled with unique concept cafés and many restaurants. There are also many guesthouses, editorial shops, and fashion stores, along with Yeontral Park, which was transformed from the old Gyeongui Line railroad into a park.

Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store (카카오프렌즈 홍대 플래그십 스토어)

Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store (카카오프렌즈 홍대 플래그십 스토어)

8.3Km    2021-03-17

162, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-6010-0104

Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store features a wide variety of products related to Kakao Friends, popular messenger emojis. Meet Ryan, Muji, Apeach, Frodo, Neo, Tube, Jay-G, Con, and other characters from Kakao through creative home and office supplies, jewelry, stationery, kitchenware, toys, and much more. All products are designed with adorable characters that are sure to brighten your day.

Paul&Paulina Hongik Univ.(폴앤폴리나 홍대)

Paul&Paulina Hongik Univ.(폴앤폴리나 홍대)

8.3Km    2020-12-19

9 Wausan-ro 23-gil Mapo-gu Seoul
+82-2-333-0185

This is a bakery café where you can enjoy European-style fermented bread. This restaurant's signature menu is bread. This cafe is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul.