Understand Avenue (언더스탠드에비뉴)

2.6Km 2023-10-23

63, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Understand Avenue is an innovative startup platform that nurtures and builds the dreams of young entrepreneurs. It helps the talents of tomorrow work on things they want, are good at, and contribute to society through a full support process, from training to market testing, financial and investment support, and distribution and logistics support. Visitors can come to this place for socially-conscious select shops and products.
The platform also hosts pop-up stores and photography exhibitions on K-pop stars. One can also find retro-style merch beloved by the younger generations. There are plenty of things to see and splurge on, from mini figurines and key rings that capture one’s “faves” to retro and kitschy exhibitions and items inspired by the ‘70s and ‘80s. All pop-up stores and exhibitions require reservation (online reservation or on-site reservation).

Pairing Room (페어링룸)

2.6Km 2024-02-01

14 Dosan-daero 81-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The Pairing Room is an Italian restaurant in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The exterior of the building is neat and clean with an exotic white tone, and the interior has a high ceiling, creating a cool, open feel. They present a special fusion cuisine that combines Italian cuisine with Korean ingredients such as kimchi, Korean soybeans, and makgeolli (unrefined rice wine). The representative menu items are balsamic scallop and potato puree M, spicy pepper soybean pasta, and truffle paccheri pasta. The restaurant also offers wine recommendations that match the menu item as well as tea and beverages that go well with various desserts. Nearby are Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs (World Cultural Heritage Sites), Jamsil Hangang Park, Cheongdam Fashion Street, and Apgujeong Rodeo Street.

D MUSEUM Seongsu (디뮤지엄 성수)

2.6Km 2023-11-06

83-21, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6233-7200

D MUSEUM greets the general public with its catchphrase, “an art museum where daily life becomes art.” In 2021, the museum relocated to the area near Seoul Forest Park, so that it could accommodate more visitors in its space. The museum not only hosts exhibitions by prominent photographers like Nick Knight (NICK KNIGHT: IMAGE, 2016) and Linda McCartney (Linda McCartney Retrospective, 2014) but also leads the efforts to promote awareness among the general public through invitational exhibitions featuring up-and-coming artists. Its relocation to Seoul Forest Park was marked by the special exhibition “Romantic Days,” which garnered much interest among the visitors as a chance to meet the works of artists born in the ‘80s and the ‘90s.

Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

2.6Km 2021-03-10

27, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3146-5936

The Ttukseom Water Purification Plant (Waterworks Museum and Slow Sand Filtration Basin) was completed in August 1908 as the first water purification plant ever built in Korea. In 2008, it celebrated 100 years of history with the opening of the Waterworks Museum, which showcases the history and value of Seoul's public waterworks. The museum was recognized for its modern architectural design and designated Tangible Cultural Asset of Seoul No.72.

Park Ryu Sook Gallery (박여숙화랑)

2.6Km 2019-03-19

461, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-549-7575

Soon after its opening in 1983, the Park Ryu Sook Gallery moved to Cheongdam-dong, an uncharted territory back in 1988. Ever since, the gallery has played a significant role in turning the region into one of the most representative art places in Korea. The Park Ryu Sook Gallery mainly deals with modern art, and contributes to the development of Korea's modern art scene by recruiting and supporting talented rookies in the field, and by introducing artwork of major modern artists from abroad. Moreover, the gallery works to promote Korean art worldwide by joining major art fairs such as the Chicago, Koln, and Basel art fairs.

Through these and similar activities, the Park Ryu Sook Gallery works to provide the public the invaluable opportunity to enjoy quality artwork, maximize their own creativity, and take a moment out of their hectic lives to indulge in a little self-reflection.

Seoul Sports Complex (Jamsil Sports Complex) (서울종합운동장(잠실종합운동장))

2.6Km 2024-03-12

25, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2240-8800

Seoul Sports Complex, located in Songpa, Seoul, hosted the 1986 Asian Games and the 1988 Summer Olympics. It consists of a main stadium, a baseball stadium, an indoor stadium, a students' gymnasium, an indoor swimming pool, and auxiliary stadiums. It serves as the venue for professional baseball and basketball games in Korea, as well as frequent K-pop concerts. Conveniently linked to subway lines 2 and 9, it offers easy access for visitors.

The Picker (더피커)

2.7Km 2024-01-05

9 Wangsimni-ro 14-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

The Picker is Korea's first zero-waste shop that opened in 2016, and has a sophisticated and comfortable atmosphere. The shop is filled with eco-friendly bathroom products, gardening products, kitchen products, stationery, and more. It is fun to look around as it has many products essential to everyday life made from very environmentally friendly materials such as bamboo toothbrushes, solid perfume, shampoo bars, plastic-free corn floss, natural surfactants like soapnut fruits, and glass and silicone straws.

Jamsil Hangang Park Outdoor Swimming Pool (한강시민공원 잠실수영장(실외))

2.7Km 2019-07-30

65, Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-421-2564

Six of the city's Hangang Parks have outdoor swimming pools, including Jamsil Hangang Park. Supported by meticulous water quality management, they are not only safe, but also an inexpensive alternative to private facilities. Excellent amenities include swimming equipment rentals, food, and beverages.

Spring Walk Seoul (스프링워크서울)

2.7Km 2024-03-06

65 Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-10-2100-3855

Spring Week Seoul is a simple and easy walking event open to anyone. Taking place at Jamsil Hangang Park, walkers can enjoy the spring flowers and breeze along the course. All participants who complete their course within the set time will receive a commemorative completion medallion.

Miu Miu - Cheongdam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (미우미우 청담점)

2.7Km 2024-04-23

439, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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