Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

4.5Km 2025-07-11

77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-828-5765

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances.

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

4.5Km 2022-12-15

60-16, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2014-6901

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern art works by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the art works on display, since the museum's three buildings were designed by internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and Rem Koolhaas.

MUSEUM 1 houses traditional Korean art, such as calligraphy, paintings, ceramic arts, and metal craftwork, while MUSEUM 2 displays modern and contemporary art by both Korean and international artists.

Gyeongnidan Street (경리단길)

4.6Km 2023-01-18

Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Gyeongnidan Street refers to the 937-meter-long road from the main gate of MND Financial Management Corps to Grand Hyatt Seoul as well as all of the nearby streets and alleys. It is called Gyeongnidan Street because the Korean army's central finance corps, or Gyeongnidan in Korean, used to be located here, and has gained fame for presenting a different vibe than that of Itaewon despite being part of Itaewon-dong. Gyeongnidan Street is an area of culture and youth where people are able to enjoy diverse and special cuisine and dishes at unique restaurants and cafes. Although it resembles a typical neighborhood of Seoul, it features foreigners who have come from many different places around the globe living in natural harmony with Korean locals, which exudes a unique, exotic atmosphere. It is fun to walk along the various streets and alleys to discover novel and sophisticated shops.

Wumok (우모크)

4.6Km 2025-10-27

22 Eonju-ro 170-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Wumok is a hanu (Korean beef) omakase restaurant that reinterprets Korean beef through fire and smoke, with its core philosophy centered on fire, wood, Korean beef, and smoke. The hanu used is a premium-grade hanu from Goryeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do. All dishes are prepared meticulously, balancing the texture and flavor. The interior is composed of dark wood and soft lighting, creating a quiet and focused dining environment.

Grand Hyatt Seoul (그랜드 하얏트 서울)

4.7Km 2025-10-23

322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-797-1234

The Grand Hyatt Seoul is an international business hotel located 10 minutes away from the center of the city and 20 minutes away from Yeouido and Gangnam, boasting a view of the Hangang River to the south and the scenery of Namsan Mountain to the north. It is also located only 70 minutes and 50 minutes away from Incheon International Airport and Gimpo International Airport respecitvely, making the hotel a convenient option for international travelers.

Grand Hyatt Seoul has twelve restaurants and bars that serve authentic meals and develop menus that lead the culinery trend. The hotel is also equipped with conference rooms, sports facilities, and spa services.

DERAaN Cheongdam Clinic (더안청담의원)

4.7Km 2025-10-23

2nd Floor, Cheongdam First Tower, 406 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

DERAaN Cheongdam Clinic is a dermatology and aesthetic medical institution located in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It develops treatment plans tailored to each patient’s skin condition and goals through personalized consultations, with three highly experienced female directors providing care directly. The clinic emphasizes anti-aging and design balance, delivering systematic management and professional services throughout the entire treatment process.

Dr. Kim's Stem Cell Clinic (김현수내과의원)

4.7Km 2025-11-26

(7th Floor, Ssangbong Building), 874 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

As the only stem cell therapy hospital in Korea, we continue to treat patients with Cellgram®, the world's first stem cell drug. We have established a collaboration system for stem cell therapy with major hospitals in Korea including Severance Hospital, Asan Medical Center, and Samsung Medical Center. In November 2023, we were designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare as an Advanced Regenerative Medicine Organization, and continued our stem cell research.
Dr. Kim’s Stem Cell Clinic has a wealth of technology and experience in the treatment of various diseases using adult stem cells.
Dr. Kim Hyun Soo, a specialist with 32-year practice experience, uses autologous stem cells to treat conditions such as heart disease, cirrhosis, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and stroke.

Lee Moon Won Korean Medicine Clinic (이문원한의원)

4.7Km 2025-10-23

33 Seolleung-ro 132-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-511-1079

LEEMOONWON Clinic
Since 2005, LEEMOONWON Clinic has specialized exclusively in the treatment of hair loss, alopecia areata, scalp disorders, and damaged hair. Our treatments use natural ingredients to address the root causes of hair loss and stabilize immune function, effectively treating autoimmune disorders like alopecia areata and chronic scalp conditions.

The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)

4.7Km 2022-12-29

29, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-709-3144

The War Memorial of Korea, located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, exhibits and preserves materials related to the Korean War and serves as a national moral educational venue. It was established on June 10, 1994 by the War Memorial Service Korea Society to commemorate the noble sacrifice of patriotic martyrs. The museum houses approximately 33,000 artifacts with about 10,000 on display at indoor and outdoor exhibitions. There are six separate indoor halls, including Expeditionary Forces Room, Patriotic Memorial Room, War History Room, 6·25 Korean War Room, Development Hall and Large Machinery Room. The outdoor exhibition showcases large-sized weapons. Visitors of all ages from children to adults can also participate in 20 various educational programs and diverse cultural events such as military music and honor guard events, drawing contest, cultural event and more. The character of War Memorial of Korea is ‘Mudori’ featuring a helmet symbolizing the protection of the nation and a bay leaf meaning peace.

S-plant Dental Hospital (에스플란트치과병원)

4.7Km 2025-10-23

(5th-9th Floors, Unit Building, Cheongdam-dong), 410 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

S-PLANT Dental Hospital is staffed by six doctoral graduates from Seoul National University School of Dentistry, each bringing their expertise to provide patients with an optimal treatment system.
Since 2008, S-PLANT Dental Hospital has been researching digital dental technologies and showcasing outstanding dental skills. By utilizing advanced digital equipment such as 3D CT and 3D scanners, we ensure accurate diagnoses, procedures, and reliable treatment results, establishing ourselves as a future-oriented digital dental hospital. Our experienced specialists in implants and prosthetics offer personalized treatments including full-mouth implants, one-day implants, immediate-loading implants, one-day prosthetics, and sedation dentistry, enhancing satisfaction for international patients.
At S-PLANT Dental Hospital, honest communication with our patients is our top priority. We are committed to providing honest and genuine care to achieve the highest level of satisfaction. Welcome to our dental hospital, where patients from around the world visit us to experience exceptional care in Korea.

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