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Hongdae (Hongik University Street) (홍대)

12.8Km    2025-04-14

20 Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hongdae is a neighborhood known for its youthful ambience, with shops selling everything from clothing and cosmetics to living goods and books, as well as unique cafés and restaurants. The streets are also filled with buskers and dance performances, making a walk here quite entertaining. Special streets such as ateliers’ street (lined with private institutions for art students preparing for university entrance exams), Picasso’s Street, and Club Street are also must-go places for anyone hoping to fully experience the Hongdae area.

Korea Medical Institute Korea Central Clinic ((재)한국의학연구소 한국중부의원)

12.9Km    2025-11-06

B1, 3rd, and 4th Floors, Gwanghwamun Building, 149 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Korea Medical Institute (KMI), a leader in 'K-health checkups,' operates health checkup centers across eight locations nationwide, from Seoul to Jeju. KMI has been striving to prevent and detect diseases early. It has led the popularization of comprehensive medical examinations in Korea. Based on 39 years of accumulated data and expertise, KMI has enhanced its capabilities in health checkups, services, and brand value. 
By utilizing its diagnostic data accumulated over the years, KMI provides accurate test results and follow-up care promptly.
KMI will stay committed to becoming a lifetime health management partner and 'K-health checkup' leader by leveraging its excellence in Korean medicine, beyond health checkups for foreign patients. 

Korea Medical Institute Gangnam Clinic ((재)한국의학연구소 강남의원)

12.9Km    2025-10-23

5F-8F, 411 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Korea Medical Institute (KMI), a leader in 'K-health checkups,' operates health checkup centers across eight locations nationwide, from Seoul to Jeju. KMI has been striving to prevent and detect diseases early. It has led the popularization of comprehensive medical examinations in Korea. Based on 39 years of accumulated data and expertise, KMI has enhanced its capabilities in health checkups, services, and brand value. 
By utilizing its diagnostic data accumulated over the years, KMI provides accurate test results and follow-up care promptly.
KMI will stay committed to becoming a lifetime health management partner and 'K-health checkup' leader by leveraging its excellence in Korean medicine, beyond health checkups for foreign patients. 

Some Sevit (세빛섬)

12.9Km    2022-12-16

2085-14, Olympic-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Some Sevit is a culture complex made up of three man-made floating islands near the southern end of Banpo Bridge. The islands were created with the theme of "flowers of the Hangang River" and represent the view, life, and the earth, as well as a flower in various stages of life. The largest island, 'Some Gavit' symbolizes the view and takes the form of a flower in full bloom. It is a multi-functional cultural facility that can be used as a venue for performances, international conferences, exhibitions, and more. The second island, 'Some Chavit' looks like a flower bud, an image of life. A range of cultural experiences and event zones including Beat Square, Youth Woods, and restaurants using 3D to bring themes to life are located here. The third and smallest island, 'Some Solvit' takes the form of a seed planted in the earth. This island has water sports facilities and an outdoor garden from which you may enjoy the picturesque scenery of the Hangang River. Around the floating islands are LED lights that create a fantastic night view under the theme of "a gleaming light in the mist."

Chosun Hwaro Gui (조선화로구이)

Chosun Hwaro Gui (조선화로구이)

12.9Km    2025-10-30

5, World Cup buk-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

BIGBANG's favorite meat restaurant
It is a restaurant specializing in charcoal grill that celebrities from YG Entertainment often visit. Autographs of celebrities including BIGBANG adorn the walls, and it is always full of customers. Only 1++ grade Korean Beef and domestic Pork are used, so the taste is guaranteed. Boneless Korean Galbi are the most popular, and Grilled Marinated Pork Galbi are also a steady seller. All of the Kimchi and side dishes are made with care, and the Galbi Soup for meals is also delicious.

JAYJUN Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic (제이준성형외과)

12.9Km    2025-10-23

667 Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

JAYJUN Plastic Surgery consists of board-certified plastic surgeons and experienced medical staff. All procedures follow strict safety standards and medical regulations. The clinic is equipped with advanced medical devices and maintains rigorous hygiene protocols, prioritizing patient safety and care.

MisoU Plastic Surgery (미소유성형외과의원)

12.9Km    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.

1stbutton Rhinoplasty clinic (첫단추의원)

12.9Km    2025-10-23

(12th Floor, Cheongho Building), 483 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

1stbutton Rhinoplasty clinic meets all of our patients' expectations in terms of both functionality and aesthetics. Dr. Kim Tae-hwan, an otolaryngologist with over 20 years of experience, treats patients directly and makes every effort to provide the best results. Dr. Kim specializes not only in cosmetic nose surgery but also in treating diverse functional problems related to nose, and which allows him to provide customized treatment according to each patient’s needs. Please visit and experience a safe and satisfactory cosmetic nose surgery at our clinic? We will continue to do our best to improve your confidence.

The Hyooshik Aank Hotel Hongdae (더휴식 아늑호텔 홍대점)

The Hyooshik Aank Hotel Hongdae (더휴식 아늑호텔 홍대점)

12.9Km    2025-04-18

162-7 Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

The hotel offers rooms equipped with various entertainment options, catering to the diverse preferences of its guests. From a private movie room to a meditation room, guests can choose the type of stay they want, whether it is a fun movie time or a relaxing retreat to unwind. The business room provides the amenities needed for a workation, while the gaming room allows guests to relieve stress by gaming. 

Stantop Urology & Andrology Clinic (스탠탑비뇨의학과의원)

12.9Km    2025-10-23

(2nd,B2 Floors), 107 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

With more than two decades of expertise in male surgery, our institution stands as a leader in urologic care, dedicated to improving the quality of life for men in Korea and around the world. Specializing in prostate hypertrophy, erectile dysfunction, and male enhancement, we are one of Seoul's premier urology centers, renowned for our focus on andrology.
Our team of urology specialists is committed to providing comprehensive and personalized care, resulting in high satisfaction rates among our patients. With extensive experience in treating prostate conditions, erectile dysfunction, and male enhancement, we are at the forefront of men's health.
Recognized as a prestigious urology institution, we attract medical professionals and patients from around the globe. To further enhance our services and share our expertise, we have been hosting international conferences since 2021, continuing our commitment to delivering the best in urologic care.