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Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)

11.5Km    2024-10-30

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0578

The Rainbow Fountain plunges 20 meters into the water on both side of Banpo Bridge over the Han River. When the sun goes down, 200 lights illuminate the fountain as it sends out dancing, rainbow-colored jets of water in the air in synchronization with music. The fountain boasts spectacular views from the hills, the Hangang River observation deck, and the moon-shaped Moonlight Square. Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain operates every day from April to October, four to six times a day for 20 minutes. 

Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)

Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)

11.5Km    2024-10-30

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0541

Banpo Hangang Park is located on the southern side of the river centering on Banpo Bridge (Jamsu Bridge) between Hamnam Bridge (upstream) and Dongjak Bridge (downstream). The Rainbow Fountain built on both sides of Banpo Bridge was registered in The Guinness Book of Records in 2008 as the longest bridge fountain in the world with a total length of 1,140 meters. At night, over 200 lights create a fantastic view of a beautiful rainbow.

In addition, the park is equipped with sports facilities including bubble playground, in-line skating track, soccer field, and basketball court. You may also enjoy the gorgeous view of Hangang River and skyscrapers on the riverside from Gureum and Noeul cafes, lookout places located on the southernmost part of Dongjak Bridge.

Seoraeseom Island which connects from Banpo Hangang River Park is an artificially created island to provide a leisure space for Seoul urbanites. Every spring, the place is flooded with waves of canola flowers and people to enjoy picnic and spring events like ‘Searaeseom Butterfly, Canola Flower Festival’.

Your joyful experience in the park doesn’t end here - there are more things to see and enjoy including a nature experience field, boat quay, bike lane, and picnic spots.

Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)

Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)

11.5Km    2018-02-02

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Banpo Seoraeseom Island is an artificial island built in the mid-1980s. Located in Banpo-jigu District by the Hangang riverside, the island is connected to Hangang Banpo Park by three bridges. The island features weeping willows along the edges, as well as a migratory bird habitat, flower garden, water ski site, and more.

Goto Mall - Gangnam Terminal Underground Shopping Center (고투몰 (강남터미널 지하도상가))

Goto Mall - Gangnam Terminal Underground Shopping Center (고투몰 (강남터미널 지하도상가))

11.5Km    2024-05-17

jiha 200, Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-535-8182

Gangnam Terminal Underground Shopping Center is often referred to as "Goto Mall" in short, and is connected to one of the major subway transfer stations at which Seoul Subway Lines 3, 7 and 9 operate. Over 600 stores are lined up on both sides of the two long, parallel corridors featuring clothing, fashion accessories, interior products, and flowers.

Durga - Yeoido Branch (두르가 여의도)

Durga - Yeoido Branch (두르가 여의도)

11.5Km    2021-03-27

37, Gukjegeumyung-ro 2-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-785-4786

It is a restaurant specializing in Indian and Nepalese dishes, serving more than 13 curries and various Indian dishes. This Indian (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is curry.

Baek Ni Hyang (백리향)

11.5Km    2024-02-28

57F, 50 63-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

Baek Ni Hyang is a Chinese restaurant located in Yeouido 63 Square. Combining traditional cooking methods from the Guangdong and Sichuan regions of China with influences from Beijing and Sichuan styles, the restaurant offers Chinese cuisine using seasonal ingredients. The signature dishes include buldojang (Buddha's temptation soup) and dongpayuk (red braised pork belly). The proximity to the Hangang Park and Yeouido Park makes it a great place for a leisurely stroll.

Olive Young - Yeouido Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 여의도역)

11.5Km    2024-04-16

61, Yeouinaru-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Seocho-daero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 서초대로)

Olive Young - Seocho-daero Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 서초대로)

11.5Km    2024-04-17

314, Seocho-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

11.5Km    2022-12-21

99, Maeheon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-575-3895

Maeheon Citizen's Forest, located near Yangjae Tollgate, was created in anticipation of the Seoul Asian Games in 1986 and the 24th Olympic Games in 1988. The forest provides a scenic habitat for 94,800 trees of 43 different species including pine, zelkova, purple bloom maple, horse chestnut, and nut pine. These trees are rarely seen in cities and the park is a popular date spot for couples. In the fall, the trees in the park bear an abundance of persimmons and quinces.

Amenities and facilities include an outdoor wedding hall, walking course, basketball court, volleyball court (also used for foot volleyball), tennis court, barefoot walking path, and outdoor workout equipment. Memorial sites and monuments like the memorial of Patriot Yun Bong-Gil can also be found scattered throughout the park grounds.

Hangang Paradise (한강파라다이스)

11.6Km    2024-03-25

252 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-447-3333

Hangang Paradise is a renowned Italian restaurant nestled in Yeouido Hangang Park. It offers a diverse menu featuring items such as steak, pizza, dongaseu (pork cutlet), and bulgogi deopbap (stir-fried bulgogi served with rice), with the tenderloin steak being the standout dish. Guests can savor their meals while enjoying the picturesque views of the Hangang River. Additionally, Hangang Paradise operates a quay for duck boats, adding to its allure as a favored destination for those visiting the Hangang River area.