The Riverside Hotel (더 리버사이드 호텔)

9.3Km 2024-05-09

6, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Located in Jamwon-dong, the transportation hub of Seoul and the center of the Gangnam business area, The Riverside Hotel has outstanding views of the Hangang River and downtown Seoul. The hotel is located a convenient 5-minute walk from Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3). At The Riverside Hotel, guests can enjoy dining, leisure, and culture.

All guestrooms look out on the magnificent nightscape of the Hangang River. Subsidiary facilities include a conference and wedding hall, a top-quality Japanese restaurant, a custom-tailored fitness system, a luxurious spa, an indoor driving range, 24-hour interpretation service, and customer service provided by English and Japanese speaking staff. The beautiful interior decorations and comfort items make a stay in The Riverside Hotel feel like home, perfect for business travelers.

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)

9.3Km 2021-06-22

201, Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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.

Spa Lei (스파레이)

9.4Km 2022-09-19

5, Gangnam-daero 107-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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.

SNU Eye Clinic (에스앤유안과의원)

9.5Km 2025-10-23

(3rd,12th Floors, ICT Tower), 624 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

SNU EYECLINIC provides personalized medical care, tried and true surgical expertise, and customer satisfaction.
We specialize in vision correction, presbyopia and cataract surgery, and our doctors personally diagnose and treat patients to manage the entire process of examination, surgery, and aftercare accurately.
Considering various factors such as the patient's eye condition and lifestyle, we provide treatment consulting catering to individual needs. Director Chung Ui-sang is the first doctor to introduce SMILE LASIK in Korea. He has led various surgeries and is a worldwide SMILE LASIK key doctor. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, he has been performing Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery since its introduction in Korea in 2002. He has also led clinical research projects and introduced ICL surgery for astigmatism correction in Korea.
SNU EYECLINIC offers years of experience and know-how to help you get your vision corrected in a way that is just right for you.

Seoul Eungbongsan Mountain (응봉산(서울))

9.5Km 2024-07-05

1540 Geumho-dong 4-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

From Eungbongsan Mountain, one can easily see the Hangang River, Seoul Forest, Jamsil Sports Complex and more in the eastern part of Seoul. With such a great view of the Hangang River, the mountain is often packed with visitors including many photographers. The mountain serves as a venue for diverse events, including a sunrise festival on New Year's Day and forsythia festival around April during the flowering season.

Gwanaksan Mountain Nakseongdae Park (관악산 낙성대공원)

9.5Km 2021-07-16

77, Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul

Nakseongdae Park was built as a tribute to General Kang Gam-chan (948-1031) of the Goryeo dynasty. In 1973, the city of Seoul reorganized the birthplace of General Kang, resulting in changes to the park. Located inside the park are Anguksa Shrine, the general’s birthplace, and a three-story stone pagoda, which was made during the Goryeo dynasty. The 4.48-meter-high pagoda is made of granite, and is called “Kang Gam-chan Tap (pagoda)” or “Kang Gam-chan Nakseongdae Tap”.

*Anguksa Shrine
Anguksa is a shrine built in 1974 emulating the wooden architecture style of the Goryeo era. The shrine has high ceilings and houses the portrait of General Kang Gam-chan. The shrine is located on the road leading to the back gate of Seoul National University and has become a popular place in the area.

*Nakseongdae Yuji
Nakseongdae Yuji is the birthplace of General Kang Gam-chan and the original location of the three-story pagoda. During the maintenance of Nakseongdae area in 1973, the pagoda was moved into the vicinity of Anguksa Shrine, and a two-meter tall monument was erected in its original location to mark the historical significance of the site.

BIOFACE CLINIC (비오페이스의원)

9.5Km 2025-11-21

10th Floor, Human Tower, 605 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

BIOFACE Clinic is a dermatology clinic located in Sinsa, Seoul.
We specialize in non-surgical anti-aging treatments such as skin tightening, lifting, body contouring, and skin boosters.
Our medical team provides personalized care based on extensive clinical experience and advanced equipment.
Signature treatments include Ultherapy, InMode, Onda, Potenza, Rejuran, and Stem Cell Boosters.
BIOFACE Clinic offers professional consultation and systematic aftercare for both local and international patients.

SYNERGY Plastic Surgery (시너지성형외과의원)

9.6Km 2025-10-23

1st, 5th Floors, SYH Tower, 107 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Synergy Plastic Surgery is a clinic specializing in anti-aging procedures such as facelifts, neck lifts, forehead lifts, and stem cell treatments. The clinic's head doctor, Jung Kyung-in, graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine and has over 27 years of experience. He personally provides one-on-one customized consultations to ensure a systematic surgical process. Notably, the clinic has specialized expertise in accessing not just the surface layer of the skin but also the underlying SMAS (superficial muscular aponeurotic system) layer, aiming for fundamental improvement. They also perform procedures using stem cells.

Seoul Folk Flea Market (서울 풍물시장)

9.6Km 2025-04-11

21 Cheonho-daero 4-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Folk Flea Market is located around Cheonggyecheon Stream's Hwanghakgyo Bridge and Sinseol-dong Station and is on its way to becoming a famous tourist attraction along with the already famous Cheonggyeocheon Stream. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is one of the major folk flea markets preserving the culture of the traditional Korean marketplace and drawing in visitors with a range of folk items that embody the unique charm of Korea. Folk items include everyday items, souvenirs, traditional goods and even traditional foods, allowing visitors to enjoy shopping and eating all under the same roof.

The Seoul Folk Flea Market originated from the flea market in Hwanghak-dong where many street shops and vendors gathered around Cheonggyecheon Stream before it was restored and modernized into its current state. The market was relocated to the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (Formerly Dongdaemun Stadium) while the Cheonggyecheon Stream was undergoing restorations, and was moved back to Cheonggyecheon Stream sometime later. Seoul City aims to market Seoul Folk Flea Market as a new shopping spot at its current location, the former site of Sungin Girls' Middle School on Cheonggyeo 8-ga Street, near Cheonggyeocheon Stream to develop the Korean representative folk flea market-related tourism industry.

The main items of the Seoul Folk Flea Market include a diverse range of folk items, traditional crafts, local specialties and fashion items. You may also enjoy a range of foods and snacks including traditional Korean food and fusion cuisine from all over the world. What is special about the market is that you can find rare goods and authentic traditional items that cannot be found at other markets. The market atmosphere is a mix of old, revered traditions and modern aspects, providing visitors with a great shopping experience. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is truly a traditional flea market well worth visiting.

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