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River City Water Ski Resort (리버시티수상스키장)

2.7Km    2025-10-23

37-53 Apgujeong-ro 11-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Jamwon District 1 in Hangang Park

In 'I Live Alone', it is none other than the Hangang River where SHINee's Key and Minho enjoyed water skiing and 'Pangpang' boat. Necessary equipment can be rented, and water skiing and wakeboarding lessons are also offered, so even beginners can visit without any hesitation. Above all, the most attractive thing is that you can enjoy water sports in downtown Seoul without having to go far. There are shower rooms and changing rooms, as well as a Ramyeon making machine. There is no better delicacy than eating freshly boiled Ramyeon while drying your wet hair after playing in the water.

Some Sevit (세빛섬)

2.7Km    2022-12-16

2085-14, Olympic-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Some Sevit is a culture complex made up of three man-made floating islands near the southern end of Banpo Bridge. The islands were created with the theme of "flowers of the Hangang River" and represent the view, life, and the earth, as well as a flower in various stages of life. The largest island, 'Some Gavit' symbolizes the view and takes the form of a flower in full bloom. It is a multi-functional cultural facility that can be used as a venue for performances, international conferences, exhibitions, and more. The second island, 'Some Chavit' looks like a flower bud, an image of life. A range of cultural experiences and event zones including Beat Square, Youth Woods, and restaurants using 3D to bring themes to life are located here. The third and smallest island, 'Some Solvit' takes the form of a seed planted in the earth. This island has water sports facilities and an outdoor garden from which you may enjoy the picturesque scenery of the Hangang River. Around the floating islands are LED lights that create a fantastic night view under the theme of "a gleaming light in the mist."

Kwonsooksoo (권숙수)

Kwonsooksoo (권숙수)

2.7Km    2024-06-21

4F, 37 Apgujeong-ro 80-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Kwonsooksoo, a distinguished Korean restaurant near Dosan Park, offers modern interpretations of traditional Korean dishes, crafted with premium ingredients from across Korea, handmade fermented sauces, and salted seafood. The restaurant's standout offering is its Lunch Course, featuring an array of dishes that include a welcome drink, an assortment of small appetizers, guemtaejjim (steamed blackthroat seaperch), mineogui (pan-fried croaker), baekhapjuk (clam porridge), and kongguksu (noodles in cold soybean soup). Additionally, options like wet aged Korean beef striploin steak and the renowned Korean beef tteokgalbi are available for an extra charge. Nearby attractions include the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs, as well as COEX, adding cultural and historical context to the dining experience.

Apgujeong Rodeo Street (압구정 로데오거리)

Apgujeong Rodeo Street (압구정 로데오거리)

2.7Km    2024-03-18

Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Apgujeong Rodeo Street is a cultural street in Apgujeong full of luxury brands and multi-shops. It is a popular destination with significant foot traffic thanks to its convenient shopping opportunities, famous cafés and restaurants, and shops with unique interior design. This street is the place to experience Korean fashion and cultural trends. Nearby tourist sites include Cheongdam Fashion Street and Garosu Street of Sinsa-dong.

Dr. Kim's Stem Cell Clinic (김현수내과의원)

2.8Km    2025-11-26

(7th Floor, Ssangbong Building), 874 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

As the only stem cell therapy hospital in Korea, we continue to treat patients with Cellgram®, the world's first stem cell drug. We have established a collaboration system for stem cell therapy with major hospitals in Korea including Severance Hospital, Asan Medical Center, and Samsung Medical Center. In November 2023, we were designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare as an Advanced Regenerative Medicine Organization, and continued our stem cell research.
Dr. Kim’s Stem Cell Clinic has a wealth of technology and experience in the treatment of various diseases using adult stem cells.
Dr. Kim Hyun Soo, a specialist with 32-year practice experience, uses autologous stem cells to treat conditions such as heart disease, cirrhosis, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and stroke.

Ogane Jokbal (오가네족발)

2.8Km    2024-10-14

21 Nonhyeon-ro 36-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Ogane Jokbal is known for its jokbal (braised pigs' feet) and bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork). Jokbal (braised pigs' feet) refers to pigs’ legs braised for extended periods. The meat comes out of the braising process chewy and flavorful. Saeujeot (salted shrimp) is used as the sauce. Bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork) and makguksu (buckwheat noodles) are also on the menu. Lunch specials include the bossam jeongsik (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork set menu) and naengmakguksu (cold buckwheat noodles). Ogane Jokbal was included in the MICHELIN Guide Seoul 2019.

CAOLION Cosmetics (카오리온)

CAOLION Cosmetics (카오리온)

2.8Km    2025-01-06

8, Apgujeong-ro 50-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Established in 1995, CAOLION Cosmetics has been making hypoallergenic cosmetics for sensitive skin for 18 years. The company launched natural cosmetics for the first time with a 3-free principle: pigment-free, fragrance-free, and alcohol free. At the present, the company has developed products that are exclude up to 17 adverse ingredients such as preservatives and mineral fibers.

CAOLION was the first Korean brand to enter into LVMH (Louis Vuitton Monët Hennessy) Group's global cosmetics retail chain SEPHORA after being recognized as a quality natural cosmetic product for senstive skin after over two years of quality control. It is loyal customers as well.

HERSHE Plastic Surgery (허쉬성형외과의원)

2.8Km    2025-10-23

2nd-4th Floors, 730 Samseong-ro, Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

 HERSHE Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery hospital specialized in anti-aging surgery, that has skilled and dedicated medical professionals in each field of anti-aging surgery. Our medical team consists of experienced and certified plastic surgeons who strive for stable and natural results. Located in Cheongdam-dong, the heart of beauty, fashion, and entertainment industries in Gangnam, we have been visited by customers from 51 countries, making us a recipient of the Korean Health Industry Award five times and the Minister of Health and Welfare Award. We also have received the Foreign Patient Service Provider in Gangnam Award twice and received the Contribution Award in the Medical Tourism Industry.

Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)

Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)

2.9Km    2025-10-23

40 Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Banpo Hangang Park is located on the southern side of the river centering on Banpo Bridge (Jamsu Bridge) between Hamnam Bridge (upstream) and Dongjak Bridge (downstream). The Rainbow Fountain built on both sides of Banpo Bridge was registered in The Guinness Book of Records in 2008 as the longest bridge fountain in the world with a total length of 1,140 meters. At night, over 200 lights create a fantastic view of a beautiful rainbow.

In addition, the park is equipped with sports facilities including bubble playground, in-line skating track, soccer field, and basketball court. You may also enjoy the gorgeous view of Hangang River and skyscrapers on the riverside from Gureum and Noeul cafes, lookout places located on the southernmost part of Dongjak Bridge.

Seoraeseom Island which connects from Banpo Hangang River Park is an artificially created island to provide a leisure space for Seoul urbanites. Every spring, the place is flooded with waves of canola flowers and people to enjoy picnic and spring events like ‘Searaeseom Butterfly, Canola Flower Festival’.

Your joyful experience in the park doesn’t end here - there are more things to see and enjoy including a nature experience field, boat quay, bike lane, and picnic spots.

Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)

Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)

2.9Km    2025-10-23

647 Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The Rainbow Fountain plunges 20 meters into the water on both side of Banpo Bridge over the Hangang River. When the sun goes down, 200 lights illuminate the fountain as it sends out dancing, rainbow-colored jets of water in the air in synchronization with music. The fountain boasts spectacular views from the hills, the Hangang River observation deck, and the moon-shaped Moonlight Square. Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain operates every day from April to October, four to six times a day for 20 minutes.