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.

Stüssy Seoul - Apgujeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스투시서울 압구정)

4.6Km 2024-04-23

B1F and 1F, 42, Apgujeong-ro 46-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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ER Shoopen - IPARK Mall Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER 슈펜 아이파크몰)

4.6Km 2024-04-19

2F, 55, Hangang-daero 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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It Michaa [Tax Refund Shop] (잇미샤)

4.6Km 2024-04-19

4F I’Park Mall, 55, Hangang-daero 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Lush Korea - Spa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (㈜러쉬코리아 스파)

4.6Km 2024-04-22

868, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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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.

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