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King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

6.2Km    2024-03-08

56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-8851

King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the  scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.

Spring Walk Seoul (스프링워크서울)

Spring Walk Seoul (스프링워크서울)

6.2Km    2025-03-18

330 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-70-4705-2008

Spring Week Seoul is a simple and easy walking event open to anyone. Taking place at Yeouido Hangang Park, walkers can enjoy the spring flowers and breeze along the course. 

Yeonghwiwon and Sunginwon Royal Tombs (서울 영휘원(순헌황귀비)과 숭인원(이진))

Yeonghwiwon and Sunginwon Royal Tombs (서울 영휘원(순헌황귀비)과 숭인원(이진))

6.2Km    2021-03-12

90, Hongneung-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-962-0556

Yeonghwiwon & Sunginwon Royal Tombs house the tombs of Queen Consort Sunheon and the first son of Imperial Prince Yeong, Yi Jin. Queen Consort Sunheon was a concubine of Emperor Gojong and the mother of Imperial Prince Yeong. The tomb site was originally the resting place of Empress Myeongseong, the first official wife of Emperor Gojong, but her tomb was moved to Namyangju after Gojong's death where they are interred together.

Yeouido Hangang Park (여의도한강공원)

Yeouido Hangang Park (여의도한강공원)

6.2Km    2025-10-23

330 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0561

Situated in Yeouido, the heart of politics, media, banking and finance, Yeouido Hangang Park is easily accessible via public transportation. The park hosts many exciting events, from the Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival in spring to the International Fireworks Festival in fall, as well as concerts and marathons throughout the year. Well-preserved natural areas such as Bamseom Island and Yeouido Saetgang Tributary provide visitors with an opportunity to learn about nature and ecology. In addition, thanks to the Hangang Renaissance Project, the park is full of new attractions: the Water Light Square, waterside fountains, a riverside stage, a yacht marina, and more.
The Yeouido Hangang Park also served as a backdrop for filming episode 12 of the drama "Divorce Attorney Shin (2023)," where the characters Seong Han and Jeong Guk discuss custody. It is a popular spot in Seoul that is enjoyed by tourists and residents alike and known for its beautiful and eco-friendly natural landscapes. 

Seoul Color Park (서울색공원)

Seoul Color Park (서울색공원)

6.2Km    2021-06-23

330, Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0561

The Seoul Color Park spans over 9,000 ㎡ of land next to the Hangang River under Mapodaegyo Bridge. It features a large wave-shaped sculpture, as well as bar code graphics and benches painted with 10 different colors that have been designed as the Colors of Seoul. The streetscape is designed with images and Colors of Seoul that includes “Dancheong” red, “Kkotdam” red brown, “Namsan” green and more. Sculptures and art works using the Colors of Seoul can also be seen at Seoul Museum of Art and Seoul History Museum.

Stco [Tax Refund Shop] (STCO)

Stco [Tax Refund Shop] (STCO)

6.2Km    2024-04-23

45, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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ABC-Mart - Mecenatpolis Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 메세나폴리스)

ABC-Mart - Mecenatpolis Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 메세나폴리스)

6.2Km    2024-04-22

Store# B123, Store# B124,, 45, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Ziozia - Mecenatpolis Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지오지아 메세나폴리스)

Ziozia - Mecenatpolis Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지오지아 메세나폴리스)

6.2Km    2024-04-19

1F, 45, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Homeplus - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 합정)

Homeplus - Hapjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 합정)

6.2Km    2024-04-18

B2F, 45, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Muji - Mecenatpolis Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MUJI 메세나폴리스)

Muji - Mecenatpolis Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (MUJI 메세나폴리스)

6.2Km    2024-04-17

1F, 45, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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