Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park (여의도샛강생태공원) - Area information - Korea travel information

Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park (여의도샛강생태공원)

8.3Km    2021-06-14

48, Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park in central Seoul was the first ecological park in Korea, opened on September 25, 1997. It houses a wide variety of flora and fauna, including kestrels (Natural Monument No. 323), herons, and minnows. There is a 6 kilometer-long promenade that crosses the park, and information signs explaining various flower and plant species throughout the park.

Simsan Cultural Center (심산기념문화센터)

8.3Km    2022-01-04

55, Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The Simsan Cultural Center was established to commemorate the Confucianism and patriotic spirit of Simsan Kim Chang-Suk. It also offers educational and training programs to the local community for developing life skills while adding to the overall quality of life.

WOORIDUL SPINE HOSPITAL (우리들병원)

8.3Km    2025-12-01

445 Hakdong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Wooridul Spine Hospital, established in 1982, is a world-renowned medical center specializing in spinal care. With more than 40 years of accumulated clinical experience and expertise, we have been treating a wide range of spinal disorders—including herniated discs and spinal stenosis—using state-of-the-art minimally invasive techniques.

Our signature approach, known as the “Mini-Max” minimally invasive procedure, is designed to minimize bleeding and scarring, making it suitable even for patients with underlying conditions such as diabetes or hypertension. This technique effectively addresses the root cause of spinal pain while minimizing tissue damage, enabling patients of all ages—from young adults to the elderly—to return to their daily lives more quickly.

To ensure safe and successful treatments, Wooridul Spine Hospital continuously strives for excellence by holding regular in-house conferences, and by engaging in ongoing research, education, and training.

MisoU Plastic Surgery (미소유성형외과의원)

8.3Km    2025-10-23

3F, 480 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

MisoU Plastic Surgery specializes in cosmetic and reconstruction surgery and has over 10 years of surgery experience and know-how.
The clinic has abundant clinical experience with revision surgery and rhinoplasty. In particular, it has unrivaled technical power and performed countless cleft lip surgeries. This is a complicated surgery requiring several surgeries, including scar removal, lip plastic surgery, and rhinoplasty along the patient's growth process.
MisoU Plastic Surgery is committed to helping patients regain confidence and happiness. It is dedicated to providing safe medical services in a comfortable environment.

Cheongdam Park (청담공원)

8.3Km    2021-07-30

26, Yeongdong-daero 131-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Up until the early 1960's, people would cross the Hangang River from Ttukseom Ferry Dock and arrive in Cheongdam-dong. Although highly developed, Cheongdam Park remains as a soothing natural oasis that is relatively untouched by city pollution. Following the trail, there is a small exercise area and playground. The park is quite crowded in the morning with people exercising. The tightly woven trees in the park offers a resting place to enjoy fresh air. The park size is 59,347 ㎡.

Sangam-dong MBC New Headquarters Media Center (상암동MBC신사옥미디어센터)

8.3Km    2025-11-05

255 Seongam-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Yanghwa Hangang Park (한강시민공원 양화지구(양화한강공원))

8.4Km    2022-12-16

221, Nodeul-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Situated on the southern part of the Hangang River, Yanghwa Hangang Park stretches between the mouth of Yeouido Saetgang Tributary and the Gayang Bridge in Gangseo-gu, Seoul. This spacious park is lush with vegetation and offers a spectacular view of the river.

The park is located nearby a number of other attractions including Seonyudo Park, an island in the river, which has been transformed into an ecological park; Seonyu Bridge; and the World Cup Fountains, with jets shooting 202 meters in x_height.

There is a wide bike trail that runs through the park that connects this park with the other Hangang River Parks. Every May, the bike trail is flanked by lush green grass and beautiful roses, making it the ideal photo spot.

Seoul Battleship Park (서울함공원)

8.4Km    2025-07-14

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.

Mouse Rabbit (마우스래빗)

8.4Km    2025-10-30

10, Neungdong-ro 11-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

SUPER JUNIOR Yesung
SUPER JUNIOR’s Yesung, who loves coffee, opened this cafe with her younger brother. It is also called 'Yesung Cafe' and is visited by domestic fans as well as foreign customers. Yesung serves himself, and it is decorated like a hideout. The cafe building, which consists of the first basement floor and the second floor above ground, catches the eye with a different theme for each floor. Ssamanko Smoothie and Icy Blue Smoothie are popular menu items.

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

8.4Km    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.