Grand Walkerhill Riverpark (Outdoor swimming pool) (그랜드 워커힐 리버파크 수영장(야외수영장)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Grand Walkerhill Riverpark (Outdoor swimming pool) (그랜드 워커힐 리버파크 수영장(야외수영장))

12.6Km    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.

Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Botanic Park Garden Kitchen (코트야드 메리어트 서울 보타닉 파크 가든키친)

12.7Km    2024-02-15

10 Magokjungang 12-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

Garden Kitchen is a restaurant situated within the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, adjacent to the Seoul Botanic Park. Focusing on Western-style buffet offerings, the restaurant undergoes a monthly conceptual transformation, providing customers with an opportunity to savor new and diverse flavors. Noteworthy items on the buffet include the two-day aged lotus leaf LA galbi, creatively using lotus leaves, and the crispy and savory ziran yang galbi (cumin lamb chops), showcasing lamb ribs with Chinese cumin and breadcrumbs.

Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University (서울대학교 규장각)

Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University (서울대학교 규장각)

12.7Km    2022-07-27

1, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-880-6030

Gyujanggak Library was founded in 1776 during the reign of King Jeongjo, the 22nd ruler of the Joseon dynasty, at which time it was located within the Changdeokgung Palace grounds. It functioned as the royal library, which housed writings of the previous kings, their relics and books from home and abroad.

Today Seoul National University maintains the items of Gyujanggak in a traditional Korean building which is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities necessary for the preservation of cultural heritages. Moreover, Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University collects and publishes books from a variety of sectors such as politics, economy and society.

Gyujanggak now houses more than 270,000 items including 7 national treasures, 8 treasures, 180,000-plus old books, about 50,000 documents and 18,000 printing blocks. Among them, Joseon Wangjo Sillok (the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty, a National Treasure), Seungjeongwon Ilgi (the Diaries of the Royal Secretariat, a National Treasure) and Uigwe (the Royal Protocols of the Joseon Dynasty) have been designated as UNESCO World Cultural Heritages.

Museum of Art, Seoul National University (서울대학교미술관)

Museum of Art, Seoul National University (서울대학교미술관)

12.7Km    2021-03-03

1, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-880-9504

Museum of Art, Seoul National University was established as an independent institution in 1995 after several years of development under the Department of Modern Art at Seoul National University Museum. It is the first university art museum in Korea dedicated exclusively to modern and contemporary art. Designed by the world-renowned architect Rem Koolhaas, the museum was constructed and donated by the Samsung Group. It has evolved into a cultural complex equipped with exhibition halls, auditorium, classrooms, and other educational facilities. The museum places special emphasis on educational programs that are open not just to the university's students and faculty, but also to the local community. In addition to modern and contemporary artworks, the museum brings together and exhibits diverse forms of art and culture such as architecture, music, literature, film, and theater.

Seoul National University (서울대학교)

12.7Km    2023-07-07

1, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-880-5114

Founded in 1946, Seoul National University is the most reputable university in Korea based on its long academic history and tradition. It was the first national university in Korea established by merging several institutions of higher education around the Seoul area, including Kyongsong University

Vegenomics Fair (제10회 베지노믹스페어 (비건페스타ㅣ그린페스타ㅣESG푸드페스타))

Vegenomics Fair (제10회 베지노믹스페어 (비건페스타ㅣ그린페스타ㅣESG푸드페스타))

12.7Km    2025-01-21

3104 Nambusunhwan-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2223-1851

Vegenomics, or veganomics, which focuses on vegan and vegetarian businesses, is a fast-growing economy. The Vegenomics Fair is the largest event of its kind in Asia, and offers the chance for different businesses to network as well as consumers to get to know more about them. 

Gocheok Sky Dome (고척 스카이돔)

Gocheok Sky Dome (고척 스카이돔)

12.7Km    2023-09-05

430 , Gyeongin-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul

Gocheok Sky Some is the first dome-type baseball stadium to be built in Korea. Since its establishment in 2015, the stadium has been used as a venue for diverse events, including baseball games, athletic sports, performances, concerts, and more. The stadium consists of two basement floors and four above-ground floors with 16,783 seats. Gocheok Sky Dome serves as a cultural facility for the public that can host events regardless of season and weather. A baseball-themed street is connected to the dome for baseball fans. Several other sports-related facilities and retailers are also available. 

Yangjaecheon Stream Cherry Blossom Lantern Festival (양재천 벚꽃 등(燈) 축제)

Yangjaecheon Stream Cherry Blossom Lantern Festival (양재천 벚꽃 등(燈) 축제)

12.8Km    2024-04-23

Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2155-8607

The Yangjaecheon Stream Cherry Blossom Lantern Festival is held along Yangjaecheon Stream as it flows through Seocho-gu, Seoul. The festival is one of Seoul's three major cherry blossom festivals held each spring, and includes musical performances, food trucks, and fun activities in addition to the beautiful main highlights of the cherry blossoms and lanterns.

Artbox - Jamsilsaenae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 잠실새내점)

Artbox - Jamsilsaenae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 잠실새내점)

12.8Km    2024-06-27

88, Seokchonhosu-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Netmarble Game Museum (넷마블게임박물관)

Netmarble Game Museum (넷마블게임박물관)

12.8Km    2025-05-14

38 Digital-ro 26-gil, Guro-gu, Seoul

The Netmarble Game Museum offers visitors an opportunity to explore the history and culture of games and discover their social and cultural values. The museum features an exhibition space showcasing a diverse collection of domestic and international, a learning space with various gaming education materials, and a gaming space where visitors can enjoy playing different types of games. The exhibition space is organized around three main themes: game history, game world, and gaming culture. In particular, the Play Collection zone includes classic arcade games, console games, and PC games, allowing children to have fun and adults to reminisce about their memories.