Seoul Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification (서울 몽촌토성)

6.6 Km 44313 2024-03-12

424, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2147-2814

Mongchontoseong Earthen Fortification is an ancient earthen fortress built during the Hanseong period of the ancient Korean kingdom of Baekje (BC 18-AD 660). It is believed to have been constructed in the 3rd to 4th centuries. Utilizing the natural advantages of the Hangang River, it served defensive purposes with its trench and log barrier. Excavated relics from the Baekje era are on display at the Seoul Baekje Museum. The site is situated within the Olympic Park in Songpa, Seoul.

Goethe-Institut Korea (주한독일문화원)

6.6 Km 16011 2019-03-18

132, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Goethe-Institut branches out worldwide as a cultural ambassador of Germany. The institution promotes German language and facilitates international cultural exchanges abroad by providing information related to Germany's culture, society and politics.

With an extensive network around the globe consisting of Goethe-Centers, cultural organizations, information centers, language examination centers, and language learning centers, Goethe-Institut is able to carry out tasks centered on foreign culture and educational policies. The center also engages in activities as a partner to Germany’s private and public cultural organizations, the federal government, and local communities.

Gomiso Gopchang (고미소곱창)

6.6 Km 8 2021-03-19

228, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-8883

Gopchang (intestine) is a Korean popular dish with stir-fried pig intestines and vegetables. The most famous menu is grilled beef small intestine/grilled pork small intestine. A barbecue specialty restaurant located near Cheongnyangni Station in Seoul.

Chungmuro Jjukkumi Bulgogi (충무로 쭈꾸미 불고기)

6.7 Km 213 2024-03-11

11, Toegye-ro 31-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2279-0803

Opened in 1976, Chungmuro Jjukkumi Bulgogi is Michelin-starred restaurant. Their signature dish is jjukkumi (webfoot octopus), which is marinated in hot seasoning using traditional know-how. Grilled over charcoal with pen shells, it offers a perfect dish. The spicy and sweet jjukkumi goes well with the bean sprout soup. When you're done eating, fry up some rice and enjoy a delicious meal.

Seoul City Wall Museum (한양도성박물관)

6.7 Km 21178 2023-12-22

283, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-724-0243

Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall, built in 1396, was the city fortress wall that protected the capital city Seoul for over 600 years. The fortress wall was built along the terrains and although it became partially damaged during the modernization process, its original form remains well to this day, making it a cultural heritage that coexists with the modern city. The Seoul City Wall Museum, located in Heungjinjimun Park, is a museum containing the history and culture of city wall from the Joseon dynasty to the present. It is a cultural space with a permanent exhibition hall, special exhibition hall, city wall information center, and study room.

Paradise Casino Walker Hill (파라다이스 카지노 워커힐)

6.7 Km 51098 2020-09-05

177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-1899-0700

Paradise Casino Walker Hill is a foreigner-exclusive casino operating inside Walker Hill Hotel, from where guests can enjoy a fine view of the Hangang River nearby. The casino is open 24 hours a day, all year round, and offers baccarat, blackjack, roulette, and tai-sai tables among others, and a variety of slot machines as well. The game tables are run by expert dealers, and staff members are fluent in many languages to serve the customers’ needs.

Grand Walkerhill Seoul (그랜드 워커힐 서울)

6.7 Km 33316 2021-02-24

177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-455-5000

Grand Walkerhill is located in the center of Seoul, surrounded by beautiful nature and the Hangang River as well as the greenery of Achasan Mountain. It offers a comfortable resting place, banquet halls, and venues for entertainment, aiming to be a specialized premium hotel and valued as the best urban resort. It is equipped with 557 guestrooms, restaurants and bars, and 11 convention centers, including a grand banquet hall that can accommodate up to 1,000 people. The hotel also features an outdoor leisure sports area and kids' club for family entertainment.

VISTA Walkerhill Seoul (비스타 워커힐 서울)

6.7 Km 9551 2021-02-05

177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-455-5000

VISTA Walkerhill Seoul, located at the foot of Achasan Mountain overlooking the Hangang River, is an eco-friendly hotel with fine interior style combined with cutting-edge technology service, pursuing a new lifestyle trend. It features the best view of Seoul as a resting place in downtown, giving a unique and special experience to visitors.

Grande Walkerhill Seoul Myongwolgwan (그랜드 워커힐 서울 명월관)

6.7 Km 7744 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))

6.7 Km 106943 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.

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