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Asan Medical Center (서울아산병원)

12.0Km    2025-10-23

(Pungnap-dong), 88 Olympic-ro 43-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Opened in June 1989, Asan Medical Center is the largest tertiary hospital in Korea with 2,764 beds. In 2023, we treated an average of 13,260 outpatients and 2,539 inpatients per day, and performed 70,892 surgeries throughout the year.

With three specialty hospitals–Cancer Institute, Heart Institute, and Children's Hospital–and more than 50 specialized centers, we lead the world in cancer, organ transplantation, and cardiac care. In recognition of our efforts, we have topped the list of Korea's Most Admired Hospitals for 18 consecutive years and ranked NO. 1 in Korea for six consecutive years in U.S. Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals.

As a "quarternary hospital" serving critically ill patients from Korea and abroad who come to us as their last hope, Asan Medical Center treats more than 20,000 international patients from around 100 countries, including the United States, United Arab Emirates, and Mongolia. Medical professionals from developed countries visit us to learn our advanced medicine. Over the past decade, more than 3,700 professionals from nearly 90 countries have visited us to learn the latest medical techniques.

Seoul Today Dental Clinic (서울오늘치과의원)

12.0Km    2025-11-24

3rd Floor, 63 Dongsong-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoul Today Dental Clinic is a comprehensive dental care center known for its precision, speed, and patient-centered approach. The clinic operates an in-house dental laboratory, enabling same-day prosthetic fabrication for faster and more efficient treatments. With a team of six board-certified specialists, including graduates from Seoul National University, the clinic provides highly specialized and reliable dental care.

Its core services include implants, non-prep veneers, conscious sedation dentistry, orthodontics, and teeth whitening. The clinic is also experienced in treating foreign residents and U.S. military personnel, ensuring smooth communication and cultural understanding.

What sets Seoul Today Dental Clinic apart is its integration of advanced technology and personalized care—patients receive tailored treatment plans within a comfortable, modern environment. For those who fear dental procedures, conscious sedation offers a relaxed and pain-free experience.

Every aspect of Seoul Today Dental Clinic is designed to provide trustworthy, high-quality, and comfortable dental care that meets international standards.

Charlotte Theater (샤롯데씨어터)

Charlotte Theater (샤롯데씨어터)

12.0Km    2024-03-20

240 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

The Charlotte Theater, located near Lotte Tower in Jamsil, features an elegant and luxurious interior and exterior reminiscent of medieval Europe, providing a sophisticated setting for musical performances. With a short distance between the stage and the audience, spectators can vividly experience the actors' performances up close. It hosts productions such as The Phantom of the Opera and Jekyll & Hyde.

KidZania Seoul (키자니아 서울)

KidZania Seoul (키자니아 서울)

12.0Km    2024-03-13

240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

KidZania is a theme park organized around the idea of vocational experience for children. It is home to a variety of facilities where one can experience different career paths, all located on a scale model of a city. Visitors can learn what it is like to work as a firefighter, doctor, cook, member of the police force, reporter, and more.

Heojun Museum (허준박물관)

Heojun Museum (허준박물관)

12.0Km    2021-08-13

87, Heojun-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

The Heojun Museum opened in honor of the academic accomplishments and charitable deeds of the renowned medical scientist, Heojun of the Joseon dynasty. Located next to Heojun Neighborhood Park, the museum collects and displays Heojun related materials.

Songpa Naru Park (Seokchonhosu Lake) (송파나루공원 (석촌호수))

Songpa Naru Park (Seokchonhosu Lake) (송파나루공원 (석촌호수))

12.1Km    2025-10-23

136 Samhaksa-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Songpa Naru Park, also commonly referred to as Seokchonhosu Lake, is a citizen park in Seoul with a jogging course and walking trails. It has two lakes with Songpa-daero Boulevard running in between. Originally, a branch of the Hangang River ran through the site, forming one large lake, but the lake was divided into two with the construction of Songpa-daero Boulevard. The total size of the two lakes is 217,850 ㎡, and they hold about 737 tons of water. The depth of the lakes is 4-5 meters.

Bumin Hospital Seoul (서울부민병원)

12.2Km    2025-10-23

1st Floor, International Healthcare Center, 389 Gonghang-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

Seoul Bumin Hospital, a 300-bed general hospital that opened in April 2011, is a leader in medical culture with its exceptional medical staff, diagnostic equipment, and eco-friendly hospital practices. In particular, the Spine and Joint Center's medical staff, with their huge experience and expertise, provide Korea's highest level of medical services, including 3D navigation-assisted knee and hip surgery, stem cell therapy, robotic joint replacement surgery, hip endoscopic surgery, spinal deformity surgery, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and non-surgical treatments.

The House of Yehbon (예본의 집)

The House of Yehbon (예본의 집)

12.3Km    2024-08-05

64 , Gaepo-ro 118-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Yebonui House is a detached house, in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, whose first floor is operated as a guest house. The space consists of two rooms plus living room, kitchen facilities, and two bathrooms, and is popular with visiting overseas Koreans and travelers from north America and Europe. Guests will find antique furniture, mother-of-pearl cabinets, and hand-knitted covers, all redolent of Korean history and culture. The Gangnam location makes it super convenient for transport.

Lotte World Tower & Mall (롯데월드타워&롯데월드몰)

Lotte World Tower & Mall (롯데월드타워&롯데월드몰)

12.3Km    2024-11-28

300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Lotte World Tower was designed with a conceptual motif inspired by Korean ceramics and writing brushes. With 123 floors total, the tower is the fifth tallest building in the world, standing at 555 meters. The tower contains galleries, cafés, and a luxury hotel, in addition to a skywalk and an observation deck. It is one of the best spots to appreciate the breathtaking view of Seoul's vibrant city lights.

Lotte World Mall, located next to the tower, features Avenuel, a complex of luxury department stores. The multi-leveled mall draws in many visitors as one of the top shopping attractions in Seoul, with a variety of domestic and foreign brands. The mall also offers a wide-range of entertainment facilities, such as a movie theater, aquarium, concert hall, and more.

Bicena (비채나)

12.3Km    2025-05-20

81F, 300 , Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Bicena provides tasty Korean cuisine available only in Korea in a refined interior.