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Gana Art Center (가나아트센터)

Gana Art Center (가나아트센터)

5.3Km    2024-03-18

28 Pyeongchang 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The Gana Art Center located at the foothills of Bukhansan Mountain has been showcasing more than 300 exhibitions since its opening in 1983. Through both national and international exhibitions, the Gana Art Center is a recognized gellery. With numerous fairs and exhibitions, Gana Art Center not only invite internationally known artists, but also promotes other forms of art, such as music, theater, mime, etc. Through their flexibility in promoting all art forms, the visitors will surely be able to find the theme of their interest.

Shanti (산띠)

Shanti (산띠)

5.3Km    2019-12-30

70, Wausan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6052-3989

Shanti is an Indian, Nepalese restaurant with cuisine prepared by chef with over 15 years of experience.

Salgoji Sports Park (살곶이 체육공원)

Salgoji Sports Park (살곶이 체육공원)

5.3Km    2024-03-20

16-18 Sageundong-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Salgoji Sports Park is located along the Joongnangcheon Riverside near Hanyang University. Its name "Salgoji" holds deep historical significance, meaning "the place where an arrow is shot" in Korean. The park features facilities such as an inline skating rink, soccer field, basketball court, and badminton court. There are dedicated bicycle paths and pedestrian walkways around the park. Throughout the year, walking festivals and mini marathons are organized, making it a beloved spot among cyclists. In the summer, an outdoor water playground is operated.

Hongik Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (홍익약국)

Hongik Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (홍익약국)

5.3Km    2024-06-28

7, Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Pakumori - Hongdae Branch (파쿠모리 홍대)

Pakumori - Hongdae Branch (파쿠모리 홍대)

5.3Km    2021-03-19

132-1, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3142-5553

This Japanese cuisine is located near Hongik Univ. Station, Seoul. The representative menu is house-made pork cutlet. A Japanese curry specialty store.

Innisfree - Hongdae Branch (No. 3) [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 홍대3호)

Innisfree - Hongdae Branch (No. 3) [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 홍대3호)

5.3Km    2024-04-17

1F, 12, Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Donsoobaek Hongdae (돈수백 홍대직영)

5.3Km    2024-03-19

74, 6-gil, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-324-3131

Located near Hongik Univ. Station, Donsoobaek specializes in dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup). Dwaeji gukbap is a dish originated in Busan, Gyeongnam Province, and is made with boiled pork in a broth made from pork bones. Their signature dish, Donsoobaek Set Menu, ise served with warm boiled pork slices and kimchi cabbage wraps with pork. 

Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원)

Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원)

5.3Km    2024-12-04

62 Ichon-ro 72-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0551

Ichon Hangang Park is built along the Hangang Park in Yongsan. From the park, one can see the Hangang River up close, and one can also find sports facilities like soccer fields, jokgu fields, inline skating rink, water sports facilities, bicycle paths, as well as a nature learning center built around a restored wetland and a lawn. One can follow the Hangangdaegyo Bridge to enter into the Nodeulseom Island, an island in the middle of the river.

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - TV series "Sisyphus: The Myth"
This park was featured in the TV series "Sisyphus: The Myth" as the setting where Seo Hae (played by Park Shin-hye) reflected on bittersweet memories with her father. Its expansive grounds make it an ideal spot for leisure activities such as walking, picnicking, and cultural events.

Cosmos House - THE TINTIN SHOP Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코스모스하우스 틴틴샵)

5.3Km    2024-04-16

80, Wausan-ro 29ga-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Yeonnam-dong (연남동)

Yeonnam-dong (연남동)

5.3Km    2024-03-19

Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Yeonnam-dong, located near Hongik University Station, has become a hot spot in Seoul as young artists and hipsters gather. It is densely packed with art spaces, and every alley is filled with unique concept cafés and many restaurants. There are also many guesthouses, editorial shops, and fashion stores, along with Yeontral Park, which was transformed from the old Gyeongui Line railroad into a park.