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Bamseom Island (Ecosystem Conservation Area) (밤섬 생태경관 보전지역)

Bamseom Island (Ecosystem Conservation Area) (밤섬 생태경관 보전지역)

3.7Km    2025-04-29

Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0793

Located at the Hangang River, Bamseom Island derives its name from its chestnut-like shape (bam in Korean). The island was designated as an Ecosystem Conservation Area by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 1999 and was later recognized as Ramsar Wetland in 2012. Now an uninhabited island, Bamseom Island was once home to around 443 people, who were relocated after the island was exploded as part of the Yeouido Development Project. Today, it is known as a habitat for numerous migratory birds and plant species. People can enjoy views of the Island from Bamseom Park.

Sungnyemun Imported Goods Shopping Center (숭례문(남대문) 수입상가)

Sungnyemun Imported Goods Shopping Center (숭례문(남대문) 수입상가)

3.7Km    2023-06-13

21, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-779-2951

Sungnyemun Imported Goods Shopping Center consists of two underground floors within the Daehan Hwaje Building (B3F-22F). The building is easy to locate among the low buildings of Namdaemun Market. In addtion to many items, the shopping center is particularly known for its cameras and audio equipment. Main items also include trekking items, household items, electronics, and fishing gear.

Sungmin town (성민촌)

Sungmin town (성민촌)

3.7Km    2021-04-13

71, Yeouinaru-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-6262

This is a 20-year-old shabu-shabu restaurant. This restaurant's signature menu is shabu-shabu. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Seoul Battleship Park (서울함공원)

3.7Km    2023-01-17

407, Maponaru-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Seoul Battleship Park is the city's first-ever battleship-themed park established through a sisterhood relationship with the city of Seoul and by using three retired vessels - Seoul-ham, Chamsuri, and a submarine - that had retired after serving the mission of protecting Korea's waters for 30 years. The three vessels whose original appearances have been preserved intact offer unique exhibits and entertainment and aim to present a special experience to citizens who visit Seoul Hangang Park through new and exciting things to see and enjoy.

Swiss Grand Hotel (formerly GrandHilton Seoul) (스위스 그랜드 호텔(구 그랜드힐튼 서울))

3.7Km    2020-04-02

353, Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3216-5656

Located 7km northwest of Seoul City Hall, Swiss Grand Hotel is situated beside Baekryoensan Mountain, offering fresh mountain air and a beautiful natural view.

The hotel is located 40 minutes away from Incheon International Airport, 15 minutes from Seoul City Hall and 10 minutes from World Cup Stadium.

Bvlgari [Tax Refund Shop] (불가리안경)

3.7Km    2024-06-27

Store #3, 3, Sowol-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Regal Optical [Tax Refund Shop] (리갈안경)

3.7Km    2024-04-19

Store #123, Section Ra-3 of Myeongdong Underground Shopping Center, 2, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung] (국립현대미술관 덕수궁)

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung] (국립현대미술관 덕수궁)

3.7Km    2023-06-23

99, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2022-0600

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung [MMCA Deoksugung] was originally built as an annex to the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The museum specializes in seeking out and researching modern art, exhibiting and preserving it, supporting and developing educational programs, and furthering publications and international exchanges. Located within Deoksugung Palace, the center maintains a unique traditional atmosphere. The museum planned and showcased a total of 38 unique exhibitions from 1998 to 2005. Besides the exhibitions, the center has various performances such as music and mime, as well as lectures or seminars on artists' works.

Mangnae Hoejip (막내회집)

Mangnae Hoejip (막내회집)

3.7Km    2021-04-09

34-11, Namdaemunsijang, 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-5115

It is a Hoejip (raw fish restaurant) with 26 years’ tradition. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is sliced raw flatfish.

Namdaemun Market Mungu (Stationery) Street (남대문 문구상가)

Namdaemun Market Mungu (Stationery) Street (남대문 문구상가)

3.7Km    2020-04-21

6-2, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-753-2805

Also called Mungu (Stationery) Street, Mungu Shopping Center is home to colorful stationery, toys, and wrapping materials. Because of its colorful items, the center has attracted many tourists and producers interested in stationery and toys. A slew of camera shops on the outskirts of the center offer camera lenses and camera items not readily available elsewhere, attracting both amateur and professional photographers from Korean and abroad.