Gangnam (강남)

3.3Km 2024-12-03

Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Gangnam Subway Station area is the prime district for those living south of the Hangang River. Gangnam-daero Avenue links Teheran-ro Road in the east to Jamsil and Sadang in the west. Kyobo Tower Crossroad connects Express Terminal to Noryangjin and west of Seoul. Hannam-daegyo Avenue in the north extends to the north of the Hangang River. A southward direction leads to metropolitan areas such as Seongnam, passing Yangjae and Bundang.

Many people tend to gather at Gangnam Subway Station, as the location is geographically and commercially suitable as a meeting point for social gatherings, events, or personal engagements. Hence, during the weekdays it is usually crowded in the evenings while on weekends, areas around Gangnam Subway Station exit numbers 10 and 11, as well as City Theatre, and Giordano are often bustling with people. Visitors travel to Gangnam to take advantage of its convenient transportation, fashion malls, movie theatres, and bookstores.

Gangnam-gu Office operates Gangnam Tourist Information Center to offer tourist information to international and domestic visitors and hands-on activities related to tourism. Also, the center operates Medical Tour Center which introduces Gangnam-gu’s specializing hospitals and medical treatment as well as Hallyu Experience Hall.

B&VIIT Eye Center (비앤빛안과의원)

3.3Km 2025-11-21

B2 Floor, GT Tower, 411 Seocho-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

B&VIIT Eye Center is a leading premium eye clinic with over 30 years of expertise in vision correction. Combining advanced technology and extensive clinical experience, our specialists provide personalized treatments, including SMILE Pro, SMILE, LASIK, LASEK, PIOL, and refractive cataract surgery. With a strong focus on safety and precision, B&VIIT is trusted by patients from around the world as a global leader in eye care.

Seoul Eungbongsan Mountain (응봉산(서울))

3.3Km 2024-07-05

1540 Geumho-dong 4-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

From Eungbongsan Mountain, one can easily see the Hangang River, Seoul Forest, Jamsil Sports Complex and more in the eastern part of Seoul. With such a great view of the Hangang River, the mountain is often packed with visitors including many photographers. The mountain serves as a venue for diverse events, including a sunrise festival on New Year's Day and forsythia festival around April during the flowering season.

Glory Seoul Eye Clinic (글로리서울안과의원)

3.4Km 2025-10-23

2F, 3 Seocho-daero 74-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

At Glory Seoul Eye Clinic, the medical staff members are graduates of Seoul National University and have abundant surgical experiences spanning 15 years. They have also worked on over 100 thousand presbyopia and cataract surgery cases, a first in Korea. The clinic provides safer, skilled medical services with its CATALYS® laser and fourth-generation advanced vision correction equipment.
The top-notch medical staff treats various conditions such as All-Laser LASIK, All-Laser LASEK, lens implantation, presbyopia correction, cataract surgery, and retinal diseases.
The clinic provides services tailored to the needs of medical tourists who prioritize medical technology, service quality, and price. Additionally, convenient transportation access is another merit of the clinic as it is located in the vicinity of Gangnam Station, an area that represents Seoul. Glory Seoul Eye Clinic's priority is to improve the quality of life of medical tourists through vision improvement.

Maison Hannam (메종 한남)

3.4Km 2024-12-27

24 UN village 3-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Remodeled from the prevoius Italian Embassy, this restaurant boasts an excellent view of the Hangang River and Lotte World Tower. It is a popular place for dates or birthday parties, requiring a reservation at least a month in advance to sit on the terrace with a view of the Hangang River. Among the recommended menus is the Maison Lunch Set, which offers three courses, including appetizers (such as grilled scallops), pasta, and Korean beef steak. The food is served warm, and the utensils are changed frequently for a pleasant meal. There is a glass greenhouse on the outdoor terrace, so guests can enjoy the Hangang River view regardless of the weather.

Samsung Gangnam (삼성 강남)

3.4Km 2024-11-26

411 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Samsung Gangnam is a flagship store designed as a playground for Samsung Electronics. Within the building are a photo spot, Galaxy flagship, auditorium, bespoke studio, and coffee shop, attracting numerous visitors. They are invited to appreciate media art through art objects and admire stunning views of skyscrapers on Gangnam-daero via a giant display with pleasure.

First Samsung Eye Center (퍼스트삼성안과의원)

3.4Km 2025-10-23

5F, 22 Seocho-daero 78-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

First Samsung Eye Center's medical staff consistently conducts research and academic activities. They publish papers in international academic journals each year, and they are committed to providing quality medical services to customers.
The medical staff members have such outstanding skills that they perform surgeries that other ophthalmology clinics find challenging. With over 100,000 surgical cases for the past 20 years, including cataract surgery, vision correction, and retinal surgery, the medical staff at First Samsung Eye Center provides safe surgeries without side effects and high-quality vision results.
The clinic has the latest equipment that allows examinations and surgeries of all ocular diseases. It accurately diagnoses patients' eye conditions and manages the process from pre-surgery examinations to post-surgery care.

Jamsil Hangang Park (잠실한강공원)

3.5Km 2024-03-13

65, Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Jamsil Hangang Park is a leisure space along the Hangang River, conveniently located near Lotte World. It features facilities such as the Jamsil Hangang Swimming Pool and the Jamsil Natural Learning Center, where visitors can observe various aquatic plants and fish. Additionally, there are volleyball courts, children's playgrounds, and walking trails. Visitors can also enjoy the Hangang River's night view from the observation deck café installed on Jamsildaegyo Bridge. There are also designated areas like Jungkook Forest No. 3, created to commemorate the 24th birthday of BTS member Jungkook and RM Forest No. 1.

Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic (강남그랜드안과의원)

3.5Km 2025-10-23

4F-5F, 363 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Gangnam Grand Eye Clinic is one of Korea's leading ophthalmology clinics. It received the Minister of Health and Welfare Award and is ranked among the top 10 companies participating in the Korea Grand Sale event.
With the latest medical technology and highly skilled medical staff, the clinic specializes in providing customized services for international patients. It offers interpretation services in various languages, including English, Russian, Mongolian, and Chinese, ensuring a comfortable medical experience without language barriers.
With over 30,000 cases in vision correction, including LASIK and LASEK, presbyopia, and cataract surgery, the clinic's medical staff delivers satisfying outcomes without unnecessary procedures. The clinic also boasts outstanding accessibility, with its convenient location right in front of Exit 5 of Gangnam Station.

Perbacco (페르바코)

3.5Km 2024-09-11

30 Neungdong-ro 16-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Perbacco is a Venetian style pub, better known as a chicchetteria. The pub offers lesser-known Italian snack fare from Venice, with their main dish being cicchetti, flat slices of bread piled with various ingredients, usually focusing on seafood.

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