Seoul Center for National Intangible Cultural Asset (서울국가무형문화재전수회관)

4.1Km 2023-06-13

406, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-566-6300

Created by the government to hand down traditions and preserve important, intangible cultural assets, the center supports cultural masters in the training of their pupils and their efforts to promote Korean traditional culture to the general public.

The center houses 8 groups that represent the music field. Serving not only as a training ground for those specializing in the arts, the center also seeks to reach out to the general public through regular programs and recitals. Musicians also participate in musical conferences, events and performances on a national and international level.

There are 12 craft groups at the center that are directed by craft masters who have been designated 'National Intangible Cultural Assets.' Craft groups host a number of training programs.

Other special features of the center include the 'Pungryu,' a 147-seat folk theatre; the 2 or 3 story 'Traditional Craft Hall' with an open-run exhibition hall and planned exhibition hall; a shop selling the works of the artists; a seminar room; a training room; and a practical training room.

Piyangkong Halmani (피양콩 할마니)

4.1Km 2017-02-01

30, Samseong-ro 81-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-508-0476

Piyangkong Halmani serves dishes made with Korean bean ground in a traditional stone grinder by a grandmother from Pyeongyang.

SJ. Kunsthalle (SJ쿤스트할레)

4.1Km 2021-02-09

5 Eonju-ro 148-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-10-2014-9722

SJ. Kunsthalle is an iconic place where culture and art figures meet to discuss the hosting of cultural events from trendy sub-culture to classic fine art. It has provided a wide variety of cultural platforms for exhibitions, performances, parties, fashion shows and workshops.

Constructed out of 28 recycled shipping containers, it has become a special place that offers a unique variety of sub-cultures that a conventional white cube gallery cannot not deliver. The minimalistic interior and open-space design were employed to foster the inclusion of a wide variety of art and culture into one large space. Now it is becoming an epicenter of cultural and artistic innovation, drawing the passionate attention of trend setters from around Korea, and even internationally.

Black Lab (Black Lab)

4.1Km 2021-03-24

5-16, Seolleung-ro, 96-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4858-3588

It is a place where you can enjoy homemade barbecue. This restaurant's signature menu is waffle. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

Samwon Garden (삼원가든)

4.1Km 2024-03-18

835, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-548-3030

Samwon Garden is a hanu galbi (Korean galbi) restaurant in Apgujeong. Its signature menus are yangnyeom galbi (grilled marinated galbi) and saenggalbi (grilled galbi). Samwon Garden’s yangnyeom galbi (grilled marinated galbi) is tender and delightfully savory from the sauce, while the saenggalbi (grilled galbi) is ideal for enjoying the exquisite texture and rich flavor of the meat. Other dishes include hanu yukhoe (Korean beef tartare), bulgogi, naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), and galbitang (galbi soup). The restaurant was notably included in the MICHELIN Guide Seoul 2023.

Coreana Art & Culture Complex (코리아나 화장박물관)

4.1Km 2021-01-25

827, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-547-9177

Coreana Art & Culture Complex is the largest museum in Korea founded exclusively for cosmetics and was created to preserve and promote beauty items and the make-up culture of Korea. The museum is centered around the many beauty items collected over 40 years by Dr. Yu Sang-ok, one of the executive directors of Coreana Cosmetics. In particular, Culture Space C, which opened in 2003 in Sinsa-dong, showcases cosmetics in a multitude of themes, and even sends exhibitions overseas to promote Korean cosmetics on a global stage.

Monument Coffee (모뉴먼트커피)

4.1Km 2023-12-22

5 Olympic-ro 62-gil, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

Monument Coffee is a casual hangout café for locals located across from Cheonho-dong. This cafe is on one side of the first floor of the building, and although it is small, with only three or four tables, many regulars visit this place often due to the taste of coffee, baked snacks, and desserts. The signature menu here is the real vanilla bean latte. The unique, savory flavor comes to life thanks to the generous use of vanilla beans. This signature menu is limited and only offered while ingredients last on a daily basis, so visitors are advised to visit early. Baked snacks and desserts that go well with coffee are also available, including financiers, madeleines, churros, and apple pies.

True Sangsa [Tax Refund Shop] (트루상사)

4.1Km 2024-04-18

825, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Minish Dental Hospital (미니쉬치과병원)

4.2Km 2025-07-29

728 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, 728 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Minish Dental Hospital opened in 2007 under the name Today Dental. In December 2018, it became a hospital-grade medical institution after passing the Ministry of Health and Welfare's strict assessments for facilities, medical quality, etc. The hospital has 13 dental specialists with abundant clinical experience, who prioritize no harm, no pain, and no excessive treatments.
Since 2009, Minish Dental Hospital has secured 150,000 clinical cases. Approximately 500 patients who are entertainers, businessmen, or celebrities have visited the hospital.
Designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare as a medical institution for international patients, Minish Dental Hospital has transformed itself into an excellent medical institution attracting foreign patients from various countries, such as the US, Japan, China, and the Middle East.

Olive Young - Seolleung Town Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 선릉타운)

4.2Km 2024-04-18

1F, 411, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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