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Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

Seoul Botanic Park (서울식물원)

14.9Km    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. 

Cheonggyesan Mountain (청계산)

14.9Km    2024-03-20

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2155-6870

Standing at 618 meters above sea level, Cheonggyesan Mountain boarders the area of Yangjae-dong, Seoul and Gwacheon-si, Seongnam-si, and Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do. From the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Seoul's city center and Gyeonggi-do. The mountain is well-maintained with various hiking trails, making it easy to climb even for beginners. In the fall, the mountain is known for its stunning fall foliage, attracting numerous visitors.

THE FIRST STAY (더퍼스트스테이 호텔)

THE FIRST STAY (더퍼스트스테이 호텔)

14.9Km    2024-12-23

23 , Magokdong-ro 4-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2600-8300

The First Stay Hotel, located in Magok-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, is chosen by many frequent business trippers as well as domestic and foreign travelers because of its modern styling, practical prices, and convenient transport links. Gimpo Airport is 10 minutes and Incheon International Airport just 30 minutes away, while subway and bus stops are within a 5-minute walk. The hotel has ample parking space, and self-catering is possible in some rooms.

Seoulland Sledding Hills (서울랜드 눈썰매장)

Seoulland Sledding Hills (서울랜드 눈썰매장)

15.0Km    2022-11-22

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-509-6000

Seoulland Sledding Hills offers two slopes, one for children (50 meters long) and another for adults (120 meters long). Amenities include food stands that sell various foods, including eomuk (fish cake) soup, resting lounge and medical office. Various performances are also prepared to entertain visitors at the main stage nearby the sledding hill.

The Chodae (초대)

The Chodae (초대)

15.0Km    2024-02-26

6-45 Gangbyeonbuk-ro 632beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-557-7318

The Chodae, established in 1999, is a restaurant specializing in traditional Korean course menus, located in front of the Hangang River in Namyangju. They select only high-quality ingredients, and all dishes are freshly prepared by specialized chefs in their respective sections, ensuring excellent food quality. Their signature menu, Eunhye sangcharim (Eunhye set menu), includes delicacies such as japchae, sogogi chapssal twigim (deep-fried beef in sweet rice batter), galbijjim (braised galbi), and jeonbok maneul gui (grilled abalone with garlic). The restaurant is renowned for its luxurious cuisine and beautiful scenery.

Mieum Maeuntang (미음매운탕)

Mieum Maeuntang (미음매운탕)

15.1Km    2024-02-27

22 Gangbyeonbuk-ro 632beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-566-3564

Mieum Maeuntang is a freshwater fish specialty restaurant near the Hangang River in Namyangju. Their signature dishes include megi maeuntang, a spicy catfish stew with various vegetables, as well as bungeojjim (braised crucian carp). They also offer a variety of Korean dishes like pajeon (green onion pancake), gamjajeon (potato pancake), and dotorimuk (acorn jelly salad). It's an ideal spot for a stroll along the nearby Hangang River after your meal.

Seoulland (서울랜드)

Seoulland (서울랜드)

15.2Km    2023-03-23

181, Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-509-6000

Seoulland was the first theme park in Korea, built at the foot of Cheonggyesan Mountain. With more that 50 rides and other seasonal attractions, Seoulland offers thrill and excitement for people of all ages. Luna Land and Jurassic Land are not to be missed. 

The pride of Seoulland is its wide selection of seasonal festivals and the unique Laser Show held during the evening. Seoulland is a popular destination as it is easily accessible from downtown Seoul and has many nearby attractions, being part of the larger Seoul Grand Park complex. Seoul Grand Park holds various festivals for each season of the year. The Tulip Festival is held from April to May; the Starlight Rose Festival from July to August; the Chrysanthemum Festival from September to October; and the Snow Light Festival from December to February.

Himart - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 금천점)

Himart - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 금천점)

15.2Km    2024-04-18

322, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Garden Gallery (가든갤러리)

15.3Km    2024-02-21

57-28 Gangbyeonbuk-ro 632beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-566-7777

Garden Gallery is a restaurant with a spacious garden and an outdoor terrace. The ground floor operates as a drawing café and hosts one-day classes. The dining area is located on the second floor, divided between a hall and terrace seating. Guests can enjoy their meals on the terrace while taking in the beautiful scenery. Their signature dish is the Texas barbeque pork ribs.

Himart - Gaebong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 개봉점)

Himart - Gaebong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 개봉점)

15.3Km    2024-04-19

334, Gyeongin-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

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