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Gangnam (강남)

Gangnam (강남)

7.0Km    2024-12-03

Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3423-5114

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.

Butter - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (버터 건대커먼그라운드)

Butter - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (버터 건대커먼그라운드)

7.0Km    2024-04-22

Store #2-2, Block MH, 200, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Outstanding & Co - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아웃스탠딩 건대커먼그라운드)

Outstanding & Co - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아웃스탠딩 건대커먼그라운드)

7.0Km    2024-04-18

Bldg. MH 1F, 200, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Frizmworks - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프리즘웍스 건대커먼그라운드)

Frizmworks - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프리즘웍스 건대커먼그라운드)

7.0Km    2024-04-22

2F, 200, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Vans - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (반스 건대커먼그라운드)

Vans - COMMON GROUND Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (반스 건대커먼그라운드)

7.0Km    2024-04-16

200, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

7.0Km    2024-04-18

1F, 508, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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LG Arts Center (LG아트센터)

7.0Km    2024-03-18

(LG Arts Center Seoul), 136, Magokjungang-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2005-0114

LG Arts Center is a cultural complex space designed by Tadao Ando, a world-renowned architect. Its architectural excellence and design have won great acclaim. The main facilities contain performance halls, Art Lounge, and Studio. The LG SIGNATURE Hall, a multipurpose performance hall, has a capacity of 1,300. Its state-of-the-art facilities and sound design have drawn many visitors and performances to the complex.

Seoul Marina Club & Yacht (서울마리나 요트&클럽)

Seoul Marina Club & Yacht (서울마리나 요트&클럽)

7.0Km    2025-04-14

160 Yeouiseo-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-8400

Located right behind the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, this marina facility has a rather unique scenery that one cannot easily find in Korea, thanks to the view of the Hangang River and the yachts moored at the marina. Professionals operate the yachts here, so safety is guaranteed. Yacht rides here are popular because one can enjoy a sailing experience in the city center. Another draw of the yacht rides here is the scenery of Seoul, especially at night.

Mariang Plus - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (마리앙플러스 건대)

Mariang Plus - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (마리앙플러스 건대)

7.0Km    2024-04-22

1F, 40, Dongil-ro 20-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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