Namsan Library (서울특별시교육청 남산도서관)

12.0Km 2021-07-07

109, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-754-7338

Namsan Library opened as Kyeongseong Prefectural Library in 1922 as a public library in Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. The library was moved to the current site in 1964 with a newly built building and its name changed to Namsan Library in 1965. This concrete building was built in 1964 and was designed by architect Lee Haeseong. It was designated as Seoul Future Heritage in 2013, credited for its preservation value.
It is comprised of 19 rooms and educational areas including the Humanity and Social Science Hall, Nature Science Hall, Language and Literature Hall, Electronic Information Room and more. Since opening, the library has collected nearly 500,000 books, 16,000 non-book materials, 700 continuing resources, and other special materials like old books, oriental books (including Japanese books), and more. Namsan Library also operates a reading treatment program unique to this library that began in 2005. The program includes remodeling of reading consultation room, training for people in charge of reading treatment, workshops, programs for individuals and groups. Also, various exhibitions, lectures, shows, cultural classes and other events are available all year long to enhance lifelong education.

The Hanok Smith Likes (스미스가 좋아하는 한옥)

12.0Km 2024-03-11

22-7 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-7003

The Hanok Smith Likes is a restaurant located near Gyeongbokgung Palace, housed in a renovated hanok. It offers a fusion of Korea's traditional beauty with Italian cuisine. Specializing in oven-baked pizza and pasta, it also features a variety of Italian dishes. The oven-baked pizzas are particularly popular, known for their chewy crusts and generous toppings. In 2023, it was selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul.

Bongchu Jjimdak Myeongdong Post Office (봉추찜닭 명동중앙우체국)

12.0Km 2024-03-12

47, Myeongdong, 8na-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3789-9381

Located in Myeongdong Street, Bongchu Jjimdak Myeongdong Post Office branch specializes in jjimdak (braised chicken). Jjimdak is a Korean-style soy sauce glazed chicken that originated in the Andong region and features chicken stir-fried with potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic, glass noodles, and rice cakes. Their signature dish is ppyeo eomneun jjimdak (braised boneless chicken), which is easy to eat even for beginners. Its spicy level can be adjusted and cheese can be added to suit personal preferences.

LoL Park (롤파크)

12.0Km 2025-11-04

33 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Lol Park is the venue where the largest-scale League of Legends competition in South Korea, LCK (League of Legends Champions Korea), is held. It serves as a space for various esports events and activities, featuring spectator seating, LCK Arena (lounge), Riot Store (merchandise shop), PC rooms, and café.

Ohkims Dermatology Clinic (오킴스피부과의원)

12.0Km 2025-10-23

(10th Floor, New Samchang Building), 123 Gangseok-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ohkims Dermatology Clinic is a hospital that continues to strive, study, and stay ahead of the curve with a constant touch of care so that you can enjoy every moment as the best time of your life.
We are staffed exclusively by dermatology specialists.
Dr. Cho Hang-rae is a board-certified dermatologist and doctor of dermatology with a specialty in hair transplantation surgery. During his international residency in cosmetic dermatology at Mount Sinai University Hospital in Manhattan, New York City, he studied hair transplantation under Dr. Unger, a world-renowned hair transplantation expert.
Ohkims Dermatology Clinic also winds back time.
Our “Secret Well Aging Program” is different.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of wellness aesthetic treatments, we are committed to achieving constant innovation based on our 20 years experience and delivering a sophisticated touch of skin science masters under the leadership of Dr. Cho Hang-rae.

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul [MMCA Seoul] (국립현대미술관 서울관)

12.0Km 2023-06-23

30, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3701-9500

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul (MMCA Seoul) opened in 2013 as a city venue of the MMCA, which opened in 1986 in Gwacheon. The museum site was where many of Korea’s historical and political developments were achieved, both during the Joseon dynasty and after the Korean War. The Seoul venue of MMCA stands out from other museums through its use of Korea’s traditional architectural concept of "madang," a spacious courtyard where people can come and gather to socialize. The exterior of the building stands in harmony with the surrounding landscape. Inside, the museum is equipped with many facilities, including a reference center, project gallery theater, and multipurpose hall. MMCA Seoul strives to accommodate every mode of new artistic endeavor and to communicate with the public.

Olive Young - Dongbuichon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 동부이촌)

12.1Km 2024-04-17

16, Ichon-ro 75-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Olens - Gwanghwamun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 광화문)

12.1Km 2024-04-18

1F, 82, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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ARTEASPOON (아티스푼)

12.1Km 2025-10-23

7 Sinheung-ro 36-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

ARTEASPOON operates cultural arts programs centered on paintings, music, and books. It also has a program related to exploring one's feelings and mind, and offers a special program for foreigners for learning Korean culture and art. Located in Huam-dong at the foothills of Namsan Mountain, it's an ideal place to immerse in art and inspirations.

Youngpoong Bookstore - Jongno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (영풍문고 종로점)

12.1Km 2024-04-18

41, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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