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Myeongdong Cathedral (서울 명동성당)

Myeongdong Cathedral (서울 명동성당)

3.2Km    2022-12-27

74, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Myeongdong Cathedral is the Church for Archdiocese of Seoul and was also the birthplace for the Roman Catholic Church community in Korea. The church houses the remains of several individuals: Bishop Laurent Joseph Marie Imbert (1796-1839), and priests Peter Simon (1803-1839), James (Jacques Honor Chastan, 1803-1839) and Pourthie Jean Antoine Charles (1830-1866) and four martyrs.

Myeongdong Cathedral is located in downtown Seoul and tourists frequently come and visit the place. Near the cathedral are other tourism spots such as Namsangol Hanok Village preserving Korean traditional houses, N Seoul Tower overlooking Seoul and Namdaemun Market, a traditional market with a wide variety of food and goods.

KstarROAD 한류스타거리 (KstarROAD Hallyu Star Road)

3.2Km    2024-03-05

394, Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The K-Star ROAD is a place to meet the stories of celebrities who were at the forefront of the K-Wave phenomenon. The road features art toy statues inspired by K-Pop bands, such as SNSD, EXO, and TVXQ, while terminals next to shops help you find the fashion shops and restaurants frequented by celebrities. Moreover, the schools attended by the celebrities, houses in which they used to live, and other spots that capture their stories can also be found on this street.

SNU Eye Clinic (에스앤유안과의원)

3.2Km    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.

Myeongdong Nanta Theatre (명동난타극장)

Myeongdong Nanta Theatre (명동난타극장)

3.2Km    2021-07-23

26, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-739-8288

Nanta, Korea's representative non-verbal performance, opened their fourth exclusive theater in Myeong-dong, the center of shopping. The 386-seat theater is located within the UNESCO Building. It is the largst of the Nanta theaters, and was the first to present foreign actors within the performances. There are 3 shows every day, all year round.

JaneDMCKorea (주)제인디엠씨코리아)

3.3Km    2025-10-23

(4th Floor), 51 Mallijae-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Jane DMC Korea is an inbound travel agency and international patient recruitment organization established in 2006. Headquartered in Seoul, with branch offices in Busan, Indonesia, and India, the company develops and sells programs for international clients in 40 countries while also attracting international patients.

Myeongdong Beer Festival (명동맥주페스티벌)

Myeongdong Beer Festival (명동맥주페스티벌)

3.3Km    2025-05-20

14, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-70-8670-2182

Myeongdong Beer Festival provide a chance to find one's preference through beer. Enjoy the cool fall weather with fun people all around.

Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil Road (신사동 가로수길)

Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil Road (신사동 가로수길)

3.3Km    2024-12-02

Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The ginkgo tree-lined street (Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil) that runs from Sinsa Station (Subway Line 3) to Hyeondae High School is a popular, upscale street in Seoul. The street (also known as ‘artists' street’) has an eccentric flair thanks to its variety of charmingly decorated coffee shops, and designer stores. Garosu-gil is particularly popular in autumn when the golden ginkgo leaves begin to fall. Furthermore, with continous popularity, it has become one of the most attractive film locations in the city.

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Seoul Namdaemun (라마다 호텔앤스위트 서울남대문)

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Seoul Namdaemun (라마다 호텔앤스위트 서울남대문)

3.3Km    2024-12-23

27 , Chilpae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-775-7000

Ramada Hotel and Suites Namdaemun in Jung-gu, in the heart of Seoul,is famousd of for foreigner tourists and vacationers. Transport is convenient, with Seoul Station and City Hall Subway Station close by. Major Seoul tourist attractions such as Namdaemun Market, Myeong-dong, Gwanghwamun, and Deoksugung Palace are easily reachable on foot. A range of room types are offered, and additional facilities include a business center, restaurants, cafes, and an underground shopping mall. Dogs are allowed in rooms, but an extra cleaning fee is payable.

Myeongdong Theater (명동예술극장)

Myeongdong Theater (명동예술극장)

3.3Km    2021-06-09

35, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-1644-2003

Myeongdong Theater is an exclusive theatrical performance center, located in what was originally the National Theater of Korea. From 1934 to 1973, the National Theater of Korea pioneered Korean arts and culture, serving as a movie theater, performance hall and art theater. Though it closed its doors in 1975, it was reopened on June 5, 2009 after 3 years of renovation under the name of Myeongdong Theater. The exterior of the theater was left untouched, while the interior was completely updated for a modern design. The theater has a mid-sized performance hall with state-of-the-art stage equipment and a seating capacity of 588 seats. The close proximity of the seats and the stage offers great views as well as allows the audience to share the passion of the performers on stage. The theater presents a range of performances such as theatrical plays, experimental plays, non-verbal performances, and musicals. In addition, the place is a popular venue for diverse events like acting contests, theater festivals and performance festivals.

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

3.3Km    2024-01-04

350 Dongjak-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch is where visitors can enjoy water sports such as yachting, dinghy yachts (small sail yachts for one to three people without engines and cabins), and kayaking on the Hangang River. It is located in “The River” in Banpo Hangang Park. Luxury yachts, named Black Cat and Blue Jin, are popular with families, while those who enjoy thrilling activities prefer dinghy yachts and kayaks. Visitors can enjoy an incredible sunset on the water as the Hangang River and Seoul's cityscape create an amazing view.