K-Royal Culture Festival (궁중문화축전)

15.0Km 2025-07-29

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-1522-2295

The K-Royal Culture Festival is held at the five Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine. The festival first began in 2014 and provides visitors with first-hand knowledge of these important cultural heritages through unique performances, exhibitions, experiences and programs. The festival expanded in 2021 to be hosted twice a year, in spring and in fall.

Bosingak Belfry (보신각 터)

15.0Km 2024-03-04

54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Bosingak Belfry is also known as Jonggak. It was the site in which a large bell, used to keep the time in Seoul, was found during the Joseon period (1392-1897). Bosingak Belfry was burned down during the Korean War (1950-1953) and was reconstructed in 1979. The original bell was moved to the Gyeongbokgung Palace, and a new bell was forged in 1985. At midnight, January 1, the bell at the Bosingak Belfry is rung to welcome the new year. Many people gather around the belfry to make a wish for their new year.

National Theater of Korea (국립극장)

15.0Km 2024-03-06

59, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

The National Theater of Korea opened in 1950 as the first national theater in Asia. It is the only production theater that takes traditional arts to recreate them as contemporary art. It offers various types of theaters, such as Haeoreum Grand Theater, Daloreum Theater (middle-size), Immersive Studio ByeolByeol (small-size), and Haneul Round Theater with a circular stage structure. In addition, the Museum of Performing Arts, Cultural Plaza, and other convenience stores and coffe shops offer pleasure and relax to its visitors.

Seoul Namsan Gugakdang (서울 남산국악당)

15.0Km 2021-08-02

28, Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Seoul Namsan Gukakdang was established by Seoul Metropolitan Government as a representative traditional art-centered performance hall in 2007. It is comprised of one ground and two basement levels. The performance hall is located on the basement floor with 300 seats, equipped with facilities that deliver pansori sounds and gayageum music to every seat. Visitors can make a reservation at the Namsangol Hanok Village website.

The Street in front of Cheongwadae (The Blue House) (청와대 앞길)

15.0Km 2025-08-20

Gungjeong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The street in front of Cheongwadae (the Blue House) is open to the public and includes both Hyoja Samgeori (Hyoja three-way intersection) in Hyoja-dong and Palpan Samgeori (Palpan three-way inetersection) in Palpan-dong. When walking along Hyoja-ro Road from Gyeongbokgung Station, sights include a fountain, Mugunghwa Garden, Yeonmugwan Hall, and Daegogak & Yeongbingwan Hall.

Cheongwadae Sarangchae consists of one basement level and two above-ground levels, including Korean Culture Exhibition Hall, Planned Exhibition Hall, a gift shop, and rest area (Korean Food Promotion Hall, Café) on the first floor and Cheongwadae Hall and Haengboknuri Hall on the second floor. Daegogak Hall houses a book donated to former president, Kim Young-sam for expressing the past spirit of Sinmungo (Petitioner's drum from Korean History). Yeonmugwan Hall is a martial art and fitness center for guards. Mugunghwa Dongsan, formed after the ansa (Safe House) was demolished in 1993, includes a well, mock fortress, and rest area. Located behind Mugunghwa Dongsan is Apostolic Nunciature in Korea and Chilgung (Seven Palaces).

At the beginning of the street in front of Cheongwadae, dense trees and beautiful flower gardens decorating both sides of the road make it a nice place for taking a walk. The area from the north gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Chunchumun, to the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Geonchunmun, is Samcheongdong-gil Road. This road is home to many art galleries, including Kukje Gallery, Growrich Gallery, Gallery Hyundai, and Jin Art gallery, in the area of Hyoja-ro.

Figure Museum W (피규어뮤지엄W)

15.1Km 2024-03-18

3, Seolleung-ro 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The Figure Museum W is a new concept museum that combines the appeal of figurines with Enter-Tour-Ment. It integrates some functions of theme parks to create a space for a new play culture and healthy hobbies. In Figure Museum W, visitors can meet special figurines, experience the appeal of figurines, and trace the history and the world of figurines.

Dr. Kim's Stem Cell Clinic (김현수내과의원)

15.1Km 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.

Seoul BGSS Eye Clinic (서울밝은세상안과)

15.1Km 2025-10-23

2F & 5F-7F, 823 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

BGSS Eye Clinic has specialized in vision correction since its establishment in 1997. It is the first-generation eye clinic that introduced LASIK and LASEK surgeries in Korea.
The clinic consists of the Vision Correction Precision Examination Center, General Surgery Center, General Consultation Center, and the Vision Correction Research Center perched over four floors. The Vision Correction Precision Examination Center is divided into the LASIK Precision Examination Center and the Post-surgery Consultation Center. The Vision Correction Precision Examination Center conducts approximately 50 types of precision examinations and a 10-phase special diagnostic examination, leveraging the largest number of examination devices in Korea.
The clinic's DNA Genetic Testing Lab conducts the Avellino Lab Universal Test for all surgical patients to ensure safer surgeries. It is the only clinic in Korea capable of handling the entire process in-house, from collecting DNA to in-house analysis and result confirmation, so patients can get surgery on the day of the test.

LoL Park (롤파크)

15.1Km 2025-11-04

33 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Lol Park is the venue where the largest-scale League of Legends competition in South Korea, LCK (League of Legends Champions Korea), is held. It serves as a space for various esports events and activities, featuring spectator seating, LCK Arena (lounge), Riot Store (merchandise shop), PC rooms, and café.

Chaum (차움의원)

15.1Km 2025-10-23

(2nd Floor, Pie'n Polus), 442 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Founded in 1960, CHA Hospital has grown into a global medical institution, delivering high-quality care across 91 facilities in 7 countries, backed by over 60 years of medical expertise. Among its distinguished institutions is Chaum, a cutting-edge anti-aging and wellness center that integrates western medicine, oriental medicine, integrative medicine, and holistic approaches, including exercise prescription and food therapy, to promote optimal health.
At Chaum, we go beyond standard checkups. Unlike typical dermatology clinics, we offer advanced skin care solutions utilizing stem cell conditioned media. Our treatments focus on wrinkle prevention, enhancing skin hydration, and reducing melanin production, helping you maintain youthful, radiant skin.

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