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Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

12.3Km    2025-06-18

161 Magokdong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Botanical Garden was created in Magok, the last remaining development site in Seoul, to introduce native plants and horticulture of 12 different cities from around the world and raise ecological awareness in the city. Seoul Botanic Park integrates a botanical garden and a public park, and the area is the size of 70 soccer fields. It serves as a bridgehead and lifelong education institution with the aim of spreading urban garden culture while staying true to its original role as a plant research conservation institution through expanding endangered wild plant habitats, researching the proliferation of species, and developing varieties. The botanical garden is divided into four spaces: Open Forest, Themed Garden, Lake Garden, and Wetland Garden. The main highlight is the Themed Garden that comprises the Botanic Center, Mogok Cultural Hall, and an outdoor themed garden. 

Hyeongje Kkochijip (형제꼬치집)

Hyeongje Kkochijip (형제꼬치집)

12.4Km    2021-03-25

356, Digital-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-845-1140

It is a place where you can enjoy various Chinese dishes as well as lamb dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is lamb skewers. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Jinmi Yangkkochi (진미양꼬치)

Jinmi Yangkkochi (진미양꼬치)

12.4Km    2021-03-25

1, Dorimcheon-ro, 11-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-842-7758

You can enjoy lamb skewers and premium lamb ribs. This restaurant's signature menu is lamb skewers. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Olive Young - Balsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 발산)

Olive Young - Balsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 발산)

12.4Km    2024-04-22

360, Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Buramsan Butterfly Garden (불암산나비정원)

Buramsan Butterfly Garden (불암산나비정원)

12.4Km    2024-07-19

51-27 Hangeulbiseok-ro 12-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul

Buramsan Butterfly Garden is located within Buramsan Healing Town in Nowon. It is an exhibition garden where one can observe live butterflies all year round. The main building's first floor comprises an incubation center, a breeding center, and a butterfly greenhouse while the second floor is used as an insect education center. At the insect education center, visiors can observe materials related to and specimens of endangered insect species. Groups require a reservation in advance.

Jamsil Hangang Park Outdoor Swimming Pool (한강시민공원 잠실수영장(실외))

12.4Km    2019-07-30

65, Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-421-2564

Six of the city's Hangang Parks have outdoor swimming pools, including Jamsil Hangang Park. Supported by meticulous water quality management, they are not only safe, but also an inexpensive alternative to private facilities. Excellent amenities include swimming equipment rentals, food, and beverages.

2025 APP WORLD TOUR SEOUL SUP OPEN

2025 APP WORLD TOUR SEOUL SUP OPEN

12.4Km    2025-06-25

65 Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6677-1599

The APP World Tour is a global stand-up paddeboard(SUP) competition that has been held annually since 2010, traveling to major cities around the world including Spain and Portugal. In Korea, the event has been hosted since 2022 under the auspices of the Korea Association of Paddling Professionals(KAPP). The event is meant to gather everyone regardless of their skill or experience, from beginners to professionals. In addition to the competition, everyone can participate in the sides events such as Floating Yoga, Silent Yoga, Paddle for the Planet, Dog Yoga, K-pop and Afropop dance performances or simply come to watch the show!    

Olive Young - Gwangnaru Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광나루역)

Olive Young - Gwangnaru Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광나루역)

12.4Km    2024-04-18

1F, 607, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Jamsil Hangang Park (잠실한강공원)

Jamsil Hangang Park (잠실한강공원)

12.4Km    2024-03-13

65, Hangaram-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0511

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.

Himart - Sanggye Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 상계점)

12.5Km    2024-04-19

1641, Dongil-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul

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