Korea University Guro Hospital (고려대학교의과대학부속 구로병원) - Area information - Korea travel information

Korea University Guro Hospital (고려대학교의과대학부속 구로병원)

17.3Km    2025-10-23

148 Gurodong-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Korea University Guro Hospital is the region's leading medical institution, excelling as a comprehensive general hospital equipped to handle the most critically ill patients.
We have firmly established ourselves as a cornerstone of Korean healthcare by operating a premier cancer hospital, Seoul's top regional emergency medical center, the nation's sole major trauma specialist training center, a Ministry of Health and Welfare-designated high-risk maternal and neonatal care center, and the only regional drug safety center in western Seoul.
Notably, we were the first in Korea to integrate multidisciplinary treatment into cancer care, achieving a remarkable success rate. Our expertise in cancer treatment is unparalleled, with robotic surgeries at the highest standard nationwide. We have established and operated the Robot Epicenter in recognition of our advanced capabilities.
Korea University Guro Hospital remains committed to advancing medical technology and fulfilling its mission as a top-tier general hospital, providing trustworthy and dedicated care with a patient-centered focus.

Boramae Park (보라매공원)

Boramae Park (보라매공원)

17.3Km    2021-03-20

33, Yeouidaebang-ro 20-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

Boramae Park is a former Air Force Academy site that has been transformed into a recreational park on May 1986. At approximately 397,000 ㎡, the park holds various sports facilities including a tennis court and sports center as well as convenient facilities such as a small zoo, pond, walking trail and more. The 2nd floor of Building 4 has a library that is popular with teenagers as well as Teenager Center where they can enjoy various activities and programs. The symbolic tower of the Air Force Academy still stands as a powerful symbol of loyalty and filial piety.

Jangeo Nara (장어나라 본관)

Jangeo Nara (장어나라 본관)

17.3Km    2024-02-16

6, Kkachi-ro 6beon-gil, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jangeo Nara specializes in nutritious Jangeogui (Grilled eel) dishes, featuring fresh, plump eels grilled over charcoal right at the table. These flavorful dishes are accompanied by a variety of side options such as Muchojeorim (Pickled radish), Kimchi, Ssamchaeso (Vegetables for wraps), Buchumuchim (Chive salad), and garlic, all of which are readily refillable at the self-service counter. Additionally, the restaurant offers Jangeotang (Eel Soup) and the refreshing Kimchimariguksu (Kimchi noodles). The reasonable prices make Jangeo Nara a popular choice among visitors seeking quality eel dishes.

Waple Wood Artwork Place (와플목공방)

Waple Wood Artwork Place (와플목공방)

17.4Km    2025-10-30

5-6 Wangsimni-ro 10-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Interior items made from wood
This workshop is visited by celebrities such as Park Narae of the entertainment program 'I Live Alone' and KAI of EXO. It is also the place where the senior wooden box that appeared in the movie 'PARASITE' was made. You can make your own interior accessories such as chairs and tabletops using hardwood. One-day classes on making ballpoint pens and mechanical pencils are also popular.

Olive Young - Oryu-dong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 오류동역점)

17.4Km    2024-06-26

204, Gyeongin-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Paju Dayul Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 파주다율점)

17.4Km    2024-06-26

#104~#106, 20, Haeol 2-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

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D MUSEUM Seongsu (디뮤지엄 성수)

D MUSEUM Seongsu (디뮤지엄 성수)

17.4Km    2023-11-06

83-21, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6233-7200

D MUSEUM greets the general public with its catchphrase, “an art museum where daily life becomes art.” In 2021, the museum relocated to the area near Seoul Forest Park, so that it could accommodate more visitors in its space. The museum not only hosts exhibitions by prominent photographers like Nick Knight (NICK KNIGHT: IMAGE, 2016) and Linda McCartney (Linda McCartney Retrospective, 2014) but also leads the efforts to promote awareness among the general public through invitational exhibitions featuring up-and-coming artists. Its relocation to Seoul Forest Park was marked by the special exhibition “Romantic Days,” which garnered much interest among the visitors as a chance to meet the works of artists born in the ‘80s and the ‘90s.

Seoul Wave Art Center (서울웨이브아트센터)

17.4Km    2025-10-27

145-35 Jamwon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Seoul Wave Art Center is located within Jamwon Hangang Park, and focuses on promoting the relationship between the sky and earth, people and nature, and people and people. The art center opened in 2020 and has continued to host a range of new exhibitions.

Buramsan Mountain (불암산)

Buramsan Mountain (불암산)

17.4Km    2021-04-23

22, Deongneung-ro 130ga-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2116-3943

Buramsan Mountain is an 508-meter high rock mountain, drawing the border between Junggye-dong and Sanggye-dong in Nowon-gu and Byeolnae-myeon in Namyangju. The total area is approximately 5,355,396 square meters and was designated as a city nature park in 1977. The mountain is named after its appearance that resembles Buddha wearing songnak (headgear) and is also referred to as Cheonbosan or Piramsan Mountain. The ridge stretches long enough to enjoy the scenery and it's an easy hike because it is not too steep. In particular, the stunning view of Seoul at night unfolds at the top of the mountain.
Buramsanseong Fortress is located 420 meters above sea level and the rock cliffs are often used as rock climbing spots. There are also various hiking trails and about ten springs to get fresh mineral water. Burampokpo Falls is popular in winter among ice climbing enthusiasts.

Seoul Forest (서울숲)

17.4Km    2024-10-29

273 Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-460-2905

Seoul Forest is a city park opened on June 18, 2005 in what was originally a water treatment facility. Consisting of four themed parks spread over approximately 595,000 ㎡ of land, Seoul Forest is an eco-friendly zone appreciated not only by the people of the city but also those visiting Seoul.