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Yongsan Youth Festival (용산청년축제)

Yongsan Youth Festival (용산청년축제)

17.2Km    2025-10-23

221 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-10-9771-2090

The Youngsan Youth Festival, a wellness-themed event, invites both youths and residents to take the initiative for their well-being by achieving a balanced state of mental, physical, and social health. During the festival, visitors can enjoy dance performances, shows by popular singers, magic shows, traditional Korean music ensembles, and a commemorative ceremony featuring congratulatory remarks. 

Hyowon’s Bell (효원의 종·서장대)

Hyowon’s Bell (효원의 종·서장대)

17.3Km    2025-05-22

Namchang-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hyowon’s Bell is located at the summit of Paldalsan Mountain. The bell was created to honor the filial devotion of King Jeongjo towards his father, Crown Prince Sado. The bell has various symbols representing the city of Suwon and its cultural assets. The bell is always rung three times- the first ring is in gratitude for the love of one’s parents, the second to hope for happiness in one’s family, and the third as a prayer for self-improvement.

Suwon Workshop Street (수원 공방거리)

Suwon Workshop Street (수원 공방거리)

17.3Km    2024-12-11

Namchang-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Suwon Workshop Street stretches from the plaza of Hwaseong Haenggung Palace to the Nammun Rodeo Youth Culture Performance Hall near Paldalmun Gate. The street is lined with workshops where artists display and sell their handmade crafts. Visitors can engage in various craft experiences, including woodcraft, hanji (traditional Korean paper) craft, ribbon craft, sewing, and metalworking, while also shopping for unique handmade items. In addition to the workshops, the street features Haenggung Sarangchae, a cozy spot for travelers to unwind, the Museum of Memories, and several charming cafés.

Motgol Market (못골종합시장)

Motgol Market (못골종합시장)

17.3Km    2025-10-23

10-12 Suwoncheon-ro 258beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-246-5638

Motgol Market features a variety of shops selling side dishes and ingredients ranging from fresh and dried fish to meat, vegetables, rice cake, and more. The sells make great efforts in promoting trust between merchant and customer, providing their products at the lowest prices with a friendly smile. The market stands as a representative culture market of Korea, thanks to the convinence in shopping and the affordable products.

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Motgol Market is where Sol and her mother shopped for groceries for her father’s memorial ceremony, with their playful bickering over the fruits for the ritual adding a heartwarming touch. The market is filled with affordable, high-quality food, making it a popular spot for both tourists and locals.

Giheunghosu Lake Park Pet Playground (기흥호수공원 반려동물놀이터)

Giheunghosu Lake Park Pet Playground (기흥호수공원 반려동물놀이터)

17.3Km    2024-10-25

79-1 Hagal-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-324-3466

The Giheunghosu Lake Park Pet Playground is a large play area set up for citizens and their canine companions to run around freely. The playground is divided into different sections for large and small breeds for safety. All pet owers using the park must ensure they have waste disposal bags and a leash before entering, and must clean up after their pets. Please note that for sanitary reasons, the use of picnic mats and food is not permitted within the playground.

Paldalmun Market (팔달문시장)

Paldalmun Market (팔달문시장)

17.4Km    2025-10-28

17 Jeongjo-ro 770beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

There are 9 traditional markets around Suwon's South Gate. Among them, in Paldalmun Market, there is a whole chicken street that stretches for about 400m, so many people visit it. The old-fashioned way of frying the whole chicken in a large cauldron and the unique seasoning preserve its flavor. After visiting other connected markets, you can complete your Suwon tour by walking through the Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Suwon Hwaseong Special Tourist Zone (수원화성 관광특구)

Suwon Hwaseong Special Tourist Zone (수원화성 관광특구)

17.4Km    2025-10-24

780 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon, was built by King Jeongjo, the 22nd ruler of the Joseon dynasty, when he moved the tomb of his father, Crown Prince Sado, to Hwasan Mountain in Suwon. Because of its high historical and cultural value, it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. In 2016, the Hwaseong Fortress area, ranging from Paldalsan Mountain to Jangan Park, Yeonmudae Command Post, and Paldalmun Market, was designated as a special tourist zone, establishing itself as a representative tourist destination in Suwon visited by many tourists. 

Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital Seoul (순천향대학교 부속 서울병원)

17.4Km    2025-10-23

59 Daesagwan-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Soonchunhyang University Hospital Seoul has established a systematic and dedicated system for international patients covering all stages from pre-entry processes to departure and aftercare. Based on the medical records provided by the patient, we consult with the medical staff of each specialty to come up with an estimated treatment plan and costs to help patients prepare for their treatment in Korea. Our dedicated outpatient and inpatient teams provide expert medical interpretation, guidance, and integrated appointment management to ensure prompt and organized medical care for international patients throughout their stay. Complete with spacious and comfortable rooms, the International Ward is staffed by coordinators and a nursing team reserved for international patients. Multidisciplinary care with organized systems, state-of-the-art medical equipment, and top-notch medical staff ensure accurate diagnosis and the best treatment outcomes possible.

Yongsan Family Park (용산가족공원)

17.4Km    2022-12-15

185, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-792-5660

Visitors to Yongsan Family Park can enjoy a relaxing time at a big grassy field beside a refreshing pond and well-organized walking paths. Yongsan Family Park spans an area of roughly 89,256.20 ㎡ in what was a section of the former golf course of the Eighth US Army Division. The park is comprised of various facilities such as a 2km-walking path, a natural education site, and Taegeukgi Park. Visitors can watch and feed pigeons and wild pheasants living at the park.

Seoul Eungbongsan Mountain (응봉산(서울))

17.5Km    2024-07-05

1540 Geumho-dong 4-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2286-6061

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.