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Seoul Folk Flea Market (서울 풍물시장)

Seoul Folk Flea Market (서울 풍물시장)

9.4Km    2025-04-11

21 Cheonho-daero 4-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2232-3367

The Seoul Folk Flea Market is located around Cheonggyecheon Stream's Hwanghakgyo Bridge and Sinseol-dong Station and is on its way to becoming a famous tourist attraction along with the already famous Cheonggyeocheon Stream. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is one of the major folk flea markets preserving the culture of the traditional Korean marketplace and drawing in visitors with a range of folk items that embody the unique charm of Korea. Folk items include everyday items, souvenirs, traditional goods and even traditional foods, allowing visitors to enjoy shopping and eating all under the same roof.

The Seoul Folk Flea Market originated from the flea market in Hwanghak-dong where many street shops and vendors gathered around Cheonggyecheon Stream before it was restored and modernized into its current state. The market was relocated to the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (Formerly Dongdaemun Stadium) while the Cheonggyecheon Stream was undergoing restorations, and was moved back to Cheonggyecheon Stream sometime later. Seoul City aims to market Seoul Folk Flea Market as a new shopping spot at its current location, the former site of Sungin Girls' Middle School on Cheonggyeo 8-ga Street, near Cheonggyeocheon Stream to develop the Korean representative folk flea market-related tourism industry.

The main items of the Seoul Folk Flea Market include a diverse range of folk items, traditional crafts, local specialties and fashion items. You may also enjoy a range of foods and snacks including traditional Korean food and fusion cuisine from all over the world. What is special about the market is that you can find rare goods and authentic traditional items that cannot be found at other markets. The market atmosphere is a mix of old, revered traditions and modern aspects, providing visitors with a great shopping experience. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is truly a traditional flea market well worth visiting.

Seoul Folk Flea Market  - Traditional Arts & Crafts Studio (서울풍물시장 전통문화체험관)

Seoul Folk Flea Market - Traditional Arts & Crafts Studio (서울풍물시장 전통문화체험관)

9.4Km    2021-08-12

21, Cheonho-daero 4-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2232-3368

The Traditional Arts & Crafts Studio in Seoul Folk Flea Market was created to give both locals and international visitors a chance to experience the traditional arts of Korea first-hand. For international visitors, programs serve as a brief introduction to some of the finer points of Korean art. For many Koreans, the studio’s programs are ways to relive childhood memories or experience traditional culture as a family.

Spa Lei (스파레이)

Spa Lei (스파레이)

9.4Km    2022-09-19

5, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-545-4002

Situated in Seocho-gu Jamwon-dong, is an exclusive women-only jjimjilbang and sauna that presents a traditional eastern European atmosphere with high-class facilities and a variety of convenient amenities.

Seoul Eungbongsan Mountain (응봉산(서울))

9.4Km    2024-07-05

1540 Geumho-dong 4-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2286-6061

From Eungbongsan Mountain, one can easily see the Hangang River, Seoul Forest, Jamsil Sports Complex and more in the eastern part of Seoul. With such a great view of the Hangang River, the mountain is often packed with visitors including many photographers. The mountain serves as a venue for diverse events, including a sunrise festival on New Year's Day and forsythia festival around April during the flowering season.

Maria Fertility Hospital (마리아병원)

9.4Km    2025-10-23

20 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

In 1967, Maria Obstetrics and Gynecology opened where the Maria Fertility Hospital (Sinseol-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul) sits today, leading to the creation of the Maria Medical Foundation. At the time, the doctor willingly visited patients' houses with an old house-call bag even in the early mornings, no matter where a patient lived. This founding spirit became the root of the hospital's principles and commitment to its services.
Maria Fertility Hospital ranks number one in in-vitro fertilization cases, accounting for approximately 30% of the total cases among fertility hospitals. The hospital opened branches so that patients can conveniently experience the medical know-how of Maria Fertility Hospital no matter where they live across the country. The branches provide optimum diagnosis of problems through close collaborations among the branches.
The hospital has become a globally renowned fertility center, going beyond its unrivaled number-one position in fertility medicine in Korea. The hospital is dedicated to finding the best solution through research, and helping infertile patients realize their dreams of having a baby to create a healthy and happy family.
Maria Fertility Hospital is moving forward with the philosophy and heritage it inherited from the Maria Medical Foundation. 

The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 서울성모병원)

9.4Km    2025-10-23

222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Equipped with world-class medical staff and state-of-the art medical equipment, the Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital is a representative hospital of the Catholic University of Korea, Catholic Medical Center, the largest medical network in Korea. The hospital is part of the largest single-building hospital in Korea, with 22 above-ground floors, six underground floors, and 1,374 beds.
The hospital consists of 48 departments and 26 specialized centers. It was certified by the Joint Commission International (JCI) for five consecutive years until 2022 and has maintained a world-class and safe medical environment.
The hospital’s safe and competent medical services have earned the hospital high credibility among both Korean and international patients. Over 30,000 international patients from approximately 100 countries visit the hospital every year.
Its international healthcare center provides multilingual interpretation services (e.g., English, Russian, Arabic, Japanese, and French), a prayer room for Muslims,  and customized meals such as halal and Russian-friendly meals to meet international patients’ needs, all in an effort to provide patients with safe and convenient treatments. 

Laejoo Travel ((주)내주여행사)

9.5Km    2025-10-23

(#411), 534 Seobusaet-gil, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

Laejoo Travel is founded in 2002 We primarily serve foreign tourists for luxury cruise group tours, various business visits, conferences, exhibitions, research exchanges, and foreign patient attraction.

Through years of accumulated expertise, we have gained long-term recognition from prominent travel agencies in China and continue to maintain strong collaborative relationships. As the travel industry restarts post-COVID, Laejoo Travelis more passionate and dedicated than ever before.

The National Library of Korea (국립중앙도서관)

The National Library of Korea (국립중앙도서관)

9.5Km    2021-06-22

201, Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-590-0500

The National Library of Korea collects and preserves many important documents and books, promoting a culture of appreciation for these cultural heritages. The library was founded on May 28, 1988 in the area of Seocho Park, later expanding to include an annex. The scenery of the park is beautiful and the atmosphere is very relaxing, perfectly suited to the pursuit of knowledge. For further understanding, the library also offers guided tours for those interested in library science. Many materials have also been scanned and are accessible online through the digital library.

SNU Eye Clinic (에스앤유안과의원)

9.5Km    2025-10-23

(3rd,12th Floors, ICT Tower), 624 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

SNU EYECLINIC provides personalized medical care, tried and true surgical expertise, and customer satisfaction.
We specialize in vision correction, presbyopia and cataract surgery, and our doctors personally diagnose and treat patients to manage the entire process of examination, surgery, and aftercare accurately.
Considering various factors such as the patient's eye condition and lifestyle, we provide treatment consulting catering to individual needs. Director Chung Ui-sang is the first doctor to introduce SMILE LASIK in Korea. He has led various surgeries and is a worldwide SMILE LASIK key doctor. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, he has been performing Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery since its introduction in Korea in 2002. He has also led clinical research projects and introduced ICL surgery for astigmatism correction in Korea.
SNU EYECLINIC offers years of experience and know-how to help you get your vision corrected in a way that is just right for you.

Bridge optical[Korea Quality]/브릿지안경[한국관광 품질인증]

Bridge optical[Korea Quality]/브릿지안경[한국관광 품질인증]

9.5Km    2024-06-25

132 , Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-543-6846

Bridge Optical is an eyewear store handling domestic and foreign brands and designer glasses. The store interior has a youthful, cafe-like feel and customers can freely browse and try on any frame displayed. Price tags are for frames plus 1.6 high index lenses. Bridge has a wide range of designer spectacles and sunglasses, as well as cases and other accessories. The store maintains a blog about new lines and events, so check the blog before visiting the store.