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Gangnam (강남)

Gangnam (강남)

9.0Km    2024-12-03

Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Gangnam Subway Station area is the prime district for those living south of the Hangang River. Gangnam-daero Avenue links Teheran-ro Road in the east to Jamsil and Sadang in the west. Kyobo Tower Crossroad connects Express Terminal to Noryangjin and west of Seoul. Hannam-daegyo Avenue in the north extends to the north of the Hangang River. A southward direction leads to metropolitan areas such as Seongnam, passing Yangjae and Bundang.

Many people tend to gather at Gangnam Subway Station, as the location is geographically and commercially suitable as a meeting point for social gatherings, events, or personal engagements. Hence, during the weekdays it is usually crowded in the evenings while on weekends, areas around Gangnam Subway Station exit numbers 10 and 11, as well as City Theatre, and Giordano are often bustling with people. Visitors travel to Gangnam to take advantage of its convenient transportation, fashion malls, movie theatres, and bookstores.

Gangnam-gu Office operates Gangnam Tourist Information Center to offer tourist information to international and domestic visitors and hands-on activities related to tourism. Also, the center operates Medical Tour Center which introduces Gangnam-gu’s specializing hospitals and medical treatment as well as Hallyu Experience Hall.

Samsung Gangnam (삼성 강남)

Samsung Gangnam (삼성 강남)

9.0Km    2024-11-26

411 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Samsung Gangnam is a flagship store designed as a playground for Samsung Electronics. Within the building are a photo spot, Galaxy flagship, auditorium, bespoke studio, and coffee shop, attracting numerous visitors. They are invited to appreciate media art through art objects and admire stunning views of skyscrapers on Gangnam-daero via a giant display with pleasure. 

Seoul Children's Grand Park (서울어린이대공원)

Seoul Children's Grand Park (서울어린이대공원)

9.0Km    2024-11-28

216 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Opened in May 1973, Seoul Children’s Grand Park is a theme park situated among green forests and fields with a total area of 56,552㎡. It contains a zoo, arboretum, amusement park, and performance venues. Seoul Children’s Grand Park has been a beloved part of Seoul, a paradise for children and a living venue for education. For grown-ups, it functions as an area of refuge and culture within the city. The Grand Park offers facilities that everyone in the family can enjoy, so everyone can find their own fun in the Grand Park.

Seoul Children's Museum (서울상상나라)

Seoul Children's Museum (서울상상나라)

9.0Km    2024-03-07

216 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Seoul Children's Museum is a multifaceted cultural space established in 2013 to foster children's creativity and imagination. Spanning from the basement floor to the third floor, it boasts over a hundred interactive exhibits. These exhibits cover a wide range of areas including art, imagination, thought, and physical play, organized into ten distinct zones. It's a popular destination where children can learn and expand their imagination through play. Advanced booking is required, and reservations can be made through the website.

April 19th National Cemetery (국립4.19민주묘지)

April 19th National Cemetery (국립4.19민주묘지)

9.1Km    2023-01-02

17, 4.19-ro 8-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Located at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, the April 19th National Cemetery was established in memory of the 224 people who lost their lives during the 4.19 Revolution in 1960. The cemetery features a memorial hall and a traditional wooden structure that houses the grave of the historic figure Yu Yeongbong.

At the cemetery is a pond surrounded by sculptures such as "Symbolic Door," "Roots of Democracy," and "Sparks of Justice" and a memorial tower bearing an inscription for the brave patriots who lost their lives during the revolution. Groves of pine, juniper, yew, and maple trees and the well-kept hiking path add a natural charm to the overwhelming ambiance of peace and serenity. Many people visit to see the spring blossoms in May, and throughout the year to take in the glorious scene of the sunset over Bukhansan Mountain.

Times Square (타임스퀘어)

Times Square (타임스퀘어)

9.1Km    2025-10-23

15 Yeongjung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Times Square is a large, comprehensive lifestyle complex equipped with various leisure, entertainment, accommodation, and dining establishments. The complex houses Shinsegae Department Store, which features a number of luxury brands and high-end local products, CGV Starium, which houses 12 movie theaters, including the world's largest screen, a multi-purpose performance center, Kyobo Book Center, E-Mart Discount Supermarket, Courtyard by Marriott, which features 273 rooms, Kolon Sporex Luxury Fitness Center, Amoris Banquet and Convention Center, I Like Dalgi Children's Theme Park, various dining establishments, and many more. In addition, several large outdoor spaces, which collectively span over near 14,850 ㎡, provide perfect spots for relaxation and enjoying the nature inside the metropolitan complex.

GyoDae GuestHouse (교대게스트하우스)

GyoDae GuestHouse (교대게스트하우스)

9.1Km    2024-12-23

116 , Saimdang-ro 17-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Gyodae Guesthouse is located in Seocho Samsung Raemian Apartments, near Gyodae station, Seoul. Residents share the space in a typical Korean home, with two separate rooms - each equipped with a computer and desk - plus shared kitchen, bathroom, and living room with TV and sofa, Foreign students studying at nearby universities often stay here for extended periods. A laundry service is provided free of charge.

Seoul Mountain Climbing & culture center (산악문화체험센터)

Seoul Mountain Climbing & culture center (산악문화체험센터)

9.1Km    2025-11-06

112 Haneulgongwon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

In episode 4 of the drama "Numbers," the character Shim Hyeong-woo goes climbing at the Seoul Mountain Climbing & Culture Center. This center offers a climbing facility where you can enjoy mountain culture and sports together. It features exhibition facilities for experiencing mountain culture and both indoor and outdoor sports climbing.

Seoul National University Hospital Gangnam Center (서울대학교병원 강남의원)

9.1Km    2025-10-23

(38th,39th Floors and Part of 3rd Floor), 152 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Seoul National University Hospital Gangnam Center, an extension of the world-renowned Seoul National University Hospital, offers specialized checkups annually to over 50,000 visitors. Notably, the center boasts exceptional success rates, including a global-leading 1% cancer diagnosis rate and top-level 50% detection rate for colorectal adenomas.

JW Plastic Surgery (제이더블유(JW)정원성형외과의원)

9.1Km    2025-10-23

(3rd-7th Floors), 553 Samseong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

JW Plastic Surgery aims to provide the best possible cosmetic results for our patients with the belief that "the difference in skill is the difference in results." For patients who struggle with repeated revision surgeries, we help make it their last. To break the chain of repeated revision surgeries, it is critical to accurately identify and address the cause of failure in the original surgery. We have decades of experience in revision surgery to help you feel satisfied and confident. JW Plastic Surgery maintains a specialized treatment system based on thorough safety management and professional medical staff. With zero medical accidents reported since opening, we consider the safety of our patients as our top priority. Discover a new and beautiful yourself at JW Plastic Surgery Center. We are here to share the precious moment of change with you.