The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 서울성모병원) - Area information - Korea travel information

The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 서울성모병원)

9.3Km    2025-10-23

222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Equipped with world-class medical staff and state-of-the art medical equipment, the Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital is a representative hospital of the Catholic University of Korea, Catholic Medical Center, the largest medical network in Korea. The hospital is part of the largest single-building hospital in Korea, with 22 above-ground floors, six underground floors, and 1,374 beds.
The hospital consists of 48 departments and 26 specialized centers. It was certified by the Joint Commission International (JCI) for five consecutive years until 2022 and has maintained a world-class and safe medical environment.
The hospital’s safe and competent medical services have earned the hospital high credibility among both Korean and international patients. Over 30,000 international patients from approximately 100 countries visit the hospital every year.
Its international healthcare center provides multilingual interpretation services (e.g., English, Russian, Arabic, Japanese, and French), a prayer room for Muslims,  and customized meals such as halal and Russian-friendly meals to meet international patients’ needs, all in an effort to provide patients with safe and convenient treatments. 

The National Library of Korea (국립중앙도서관)

The National Library of Korea (국립중앙도서관)

9.3Km    2021-06-22

201, Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-590-0500

The National Library of Korea collects and preserves many important documents and books, promoting a culture of appreciation for these cultural heritages. The library was founded on May 28, 1988 in the area of Seocho Park, later expanding to include an annex. The scenery of the park is beautiful and the atmosphere is very relaxing, perfectly suited to the pursuit of knowledge. For further understanding, the library also offers guided tours for those interested in library science. Many materials have also been scanned and are accessible online through the digital library.

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

9.3Km    2024-04-17

410, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Roi Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (로이성형외과)

Roi Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (로이성형외과)

9.3Km    2024-06-27

652, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Spa Lei (스파레이)

Spa Lei (스파레이)

9.4Km    2022-09-19

5, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-545-4002

Situated in Seocho-gu Jamwon-dong, is an exclusive women-only jjimjilbang and sauna that presents a traditional eastern European atmosphere with high-class facilities and a variety of convenient amenities.

GLOBAL STAY (글로벌스테이)

GLOBAL STAY (글로벌스테이)

9.4Km    2024-12-23

57-37 , Jingwan 2-ro, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-383-7377

Global Stay is a B&B-style guest house in Jingwan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul. The guest house has a terrace decorated according to season by the owner, who is trained in traditional Japanese table setting. A stylish breakfast and refreshments are provided, and the owner offers city orientation and Korean lessons for Japanese travelers.

CU - Sungin Dongyang Paraville Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu숭인파라빌점)

9.4Km    2024-06-26

1F, #104, 251, Nangye-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Homeplus Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스금천)

Olive Young - Homeplus Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스금천)

9.4Km    2024-04-18

1F, 391, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Homeplus - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 금천)

Homeplus - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 금천)

9.4Km    2024-04-18

391, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

9.4Km    2025-07-11

77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-828-5765

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances. 

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae 
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”