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Gwanggyo Freiburg Observatory (광교 프라이부르크전망대)

Gwanggyo Freiburg Observatory (광교 프라이부르크전망대)

10.4Km    2025-05-21

127 Gwanggyohosu-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Freiburg Observatory in Gwanggyo Lake Park is inspired by the observatory in Freiburg, an eco-city in Germany, and represents Suwon’s commitment to becoming an eco-conscious city. The observatory offers a stunning view of the lakes nearby.  

Dongbaekgung Dongbaek Branch (동백궁 동백점)

10.4Km    2024-02-28

489 Dongbaekjukjeon-daero, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dongbaekgung, featuring a traditional hanok interior, specializes in dwaeji galbi gui (grilled pork galbi) and sogalbi gui (grilled galbi). Their standout dishes are yangnyeom galbi gui (grilled marinated galbi) and saenggalbi gui (grilled galbi). The menu also includes a la carte items such as galbitang (galbi soup), yukhoe bibimbap (beef tartare bibimbap), and Hamheung naengmyeon (Hamheung cold buckwheat noodles). A popular lunch choice is the sutbul hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote with charcoal-grilled dish), which includes hot pot rice and a selection of grilled dishes like jumulleok (spicy stir-fried pork), yangnyeom galbi (grilled marinated galbi), and saenggalbi (galbi).

Muji - AK & Giheung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MUJI AK&기흥)

Muji - AK & Giheung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MUJI AK&기흥)

10.5Km    2024-04-19

2F, 63, Giheungyeok-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Suwon Bongnyeongsa Temple (봉녕사 (수원))

Suwon Bongnyeongsa Temple (봉녕사 (수원))

10.5Km    2025-02-04

236-54 Changnyong-daero, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Bongnyeongsa Temple is located at the foothills of Gwanggyosan Mountain. It features various structures, including the main Buddha hall, meditation spaces for monks, and a bell pavilion housing ritual objects like a bell, wooden fish, cloud-shaped gong, and dharma drum. The temple is also home to an 800-year-old juniper tree. Visitors can enjoy tea at the resting space and explore the temple food education center. Templestay programs offer a chance to experience Buddhist culture through activities such as prayer, meditation, temple food making, and tea talks.

Seoulland (서울랜드)

Seoulland (서울랜드)

10.6Km    2023-03-23

181, Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-509-6000

Seoulland was the first theme park in Korea, built at the foot of Cheonggyesan Mountain. With more that 50 rides and other seasonal attractions, Seoulland offers thrill and excitement for people of all ages. Luna Land and Jurassic Land are not to be missed. 

The pride of Seoulland is its wide selection of seasonal festivals and the unique Laser Show held during the evening. Seoulland is a popular destination as it is easily accessible from downtown Seoul and has many nearby attractions, being part of the larger Seoul Grand Park complex. Seoul Grand Park holds various festivals for each season of the year. The Tulip Festival is held from April to May; the Starlight Rose Festival from July to August; the Chrysanthemum Festival from September to October; and the Snow Light Festival from December to February.

E-Mart - Heungdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 흥덕)

10.7Km    2024-04-22

60, Heungdeokjungang-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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LG Best Shop - Singal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 신갈점)

LG Best Shop - Singal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엘지베스트샵 신갈점)

10.8Km    2024-04-19

370, Jungbu-daero, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Seoulland Sledding Hills (서울랜드 눈썰매장)

Seoulland Sledding Hills (서울랜드 눈썰매장)

10.8Km    2022-11-22

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-509-6000

Seoulland Sledding Hills offers two slopes, one for children (50 meters long) and another for adults (120 meters long). Amenities include food stands that sell various foods, including eomuk (fish cake) soup, resting lounge and medical office. Various performances are also prepared to entertain visitors at the main stage nearby the sledding hill.

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

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

10.8Km    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.

E-Mart - Dongbaek Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 동백)

E-Mart - Dongbaek Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 동백)

10.8Km    2024-04-22

444, Dongbaekjukjeon-daero, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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