Grande Walkerhill Seoul Myongwolgwan (그랜드 워커힐 서울 명월관) - Area information - Korea travel information

Grande Walkerhill Seoul Myongwolgwan (그랜드 워커힐 서울 명월관)

8.6Km    2020-06-13

177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-450-4595

Myongwolgwan is a charcoal-grilled galbi (marinated short ribs) specialty restaurant located at the Grande Walkerhill Seoul Hotel. Housed in a building that gracefully combines traditional hanok (Korean-style house) architecture with elements of modern design, Myongwolgwan is renowned for its delicious galbi dishes. The restaurant’s galbi dishes are prepared with top-quality beef, marinated in a delectable mix of natural ingredients, and cooked to perfection on a traditional hardwood charcoal grill. Also boasting a wide assortment of wines and an outdoor garden overlooking the Hangang River, Myongwolgwan offers one of the area’s most exquisite fine dining experiences. The outdoor garden may also be booked for large gatherings and special events.

Grand Walkerhill Riverpark (Outdoor swimming pool) (그랜드 워커힐 리버파크 수영장(야외수영장))

8.6Km    2022-12-21

177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-450-4630

Grand Walker Hill Riverpark is a swimming pool using water comprised of alkali ingredients such as sodium and potassium from underground granite. Since it opened in 1994, the Riverpark is one of Seoul's most popular summer getaways to enjoy swimming. Located by the Hangang River and Achasan Mountain, it provides fresh air as well as the beautiful nature scenery. People can use any of the various facilities, including the main pool, lazy river, swimming pool for children, pool-side restaurant offering special summer lunch, and sun tanning beds.

TEISTY BURGER (테이스티버거)

TEISTY BURGER (테이스티버거)

8.6Km    2024-10-21

67-11 Dongmak-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Singer Tei
This is a handmade burger restaurant of singer Tei, who is famous for being a gourmand. The representative menu is the ‘KRAKEN BURGER’ with squid ink buns, squid patties, and tartar sauce. Crispy and chewy squid patties are attractive. You can enjoy the burger even more moistly by pressing the burger bun and popping the egg yolk. In addition to the main store in Hongdae, there is also a store in Jamsil.

Masichaina (맛이차이나)

Masichaina (맛이차이나)

8.6Km    2024-03-20

68, Dongmak-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Opened by a former chef of a famous Hotel, Masichaina serves a hotel-style Chinese dining. The open kitchen style allows patrons to watch their meals being prepared. Cusotmers can choose set menus A, B, or C that include dishes such as tangsuyuk (deep-fried pork with sweet and sour sauce), cream sewoo (shrimp with cream sauce), paobochae (stir-fried seafood and vegetables), and haemul nurungji tang (scorched rice soup with seafood). 

Gentle Monster - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (젠틀몬스터 홍대)

Gentle Monster - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (젠틀몬스터 홍대)

8.6Km    2024-04-19

54, Dongmak-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Rolling Hall (롤링홀)

Rolling Hall (롤링홀)

8.6Km    2019-03-18

35, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-325-6071

Rolling Hall is a cultural complex ideal for holding a wide variety of artistic and cultural events. It has hosted renowned international acts, underground musicians, and indie bands. Equipped with state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, the hall has the distinctive, liberal ambience of the live clubs in the Hongdae (Hongik University) area.

Audiences can enjoy musical performances in pop, hip hop, jazz ballad, and rock in an intimate atmosphere that is not likely to be found in large concert halls.

Bamseom Island (Ecosystem Conservation Area) (밤섬 생태경관 보전지역)

Bamseom Island (Ecosystem Conservation Area) (밤섬 생태경관 보전지역)

8.6Km    2025-04-29

Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0793

Located at the Hangang River, Bamseom Island derives its name from its chestnut-like shape (bam in Korean). The island was designated as an Ecosystem Conservation Area by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 1999 and was later recognized as Ramsar Wetland in 2012. Now an uninhabited island, Bamseom Island was once home to around 443 people, who were relocated after the island was exploded as part of the Yeouido Development Project. Today, it is known as a habitat for numerous migratory birds and plant species. People can enjoy views of the Island from Bamseom Park.

B-hind (비하인드)

B-hind (비하인드)

8.6Km    2020-04-16

18, Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-7212

Cafe B-hind typifies a quiet, secluded place located behind the main roads, away from the heart of the city. The cafe aims to provide a space where people can take a break and enjoy conversation. Additionally, the "B-" in the name represents analog, which inspired most of the cafe's design concept. The cafe is decorated with a glass window, large chalkboard wall, a cozy exterior that fits the elegant interior.

"This Month's Sandwich" is also selected every month, providing great tasting sandwiches that add to the overall experience. Wine novices may also indulge themselves in a sweet glass of wine without the worry of being detected as an inexperienced wine drinker. Furthermore, B-hind is located on the streets of Hongik University, where people can enjoy the culture, shopping at the free market, or watching one of many street performances.

Biscuit Floor (비스킷플로어)

Biscuit Floor (비스킷플로어)

8.6Km    2024-03-18

6 Dongil-ro 190-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul

Biscuit Floor is a small cafe in Gongneung known for its pour-over coffee. It's located near the Seoul Museum of Art, so it's a good place to stop by. Visitors can enjoy pour-over coffee by choosing from a variety of coffee beans that vary depending on the season. It also offers Christmas blend coffee on Christmas. As the name suggests, there are cookies that go well with coffee that can also be tasted. The place has signature cookies with tasty names. "Little, Pepper Pepper Cookie" boasts a peppery, spicy taste, and "Cookie with No Name, Yet" is filled with plenty of nuts and chocolate.

The Catholic University of Korea, Yeouido St. Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 여의도성모병원)

8.6Km    2025-07-29

(Yeouido-dong), 10 63-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

The Catholic University of Korea, Yeouido St. Mary's Hospital, established in 1936, is a hospital affiliated with a medical school and has a rich history of advancing the country's medical field through exceptional medical staff and pioneering research. 
The hospital offers a convenient fast-track service for swift diagnosis and treatment, ranging from complex cancer care to minor conditions. As the first in Korea to open a dedicated lymphoma center, we have specialized expertise in treating various cancers, including lymphoma. 
Our use of da Vinci robotic surgery allows for precise, minimally invasive procedures for complex conditions such as uterine fibroids, rectal cancer, prostate cancer, and thyroid cancer, promoting faster recovery. The hospital's one-stop service for breast and thyroid nodules ensures rapid diagnosis and treatment planning, completing biopsies within a single day.
At the Catholic University of Korea, Yeouido St. Mary's Hospital, we remain committed to providing top-tier medical services and advancing medical research while upholding the highest standards of bioethics.