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BGN Eye Clinic (밝은눈안과의원)

12.3Km    2025-07-07

(11th Floor), 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Since its foundation in 2000, BGN Eye Clinic has been playing a leading role in the field of vision correction. We offer a variety of vision correction surgeries using the latest medical technology and equipment, such as LASIK, LASEK, and intraocular lens implants, with emphasis on personalized care for each patient. We provide world-class healthcare through ceaseless research and investment in healthy vision for our patients. We strive to help our patients feel safe and comfortable with our warm-hearted and friendly services, providing high-quality care in a pleasant environment.

BGN is positioning itself as a trusted healthcare organization with a patient-centered approach.

Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

12.3Km    2022-12-21

99, Maeheon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-575-3895

Maeheon Citizen's Forest, located near Yangjae Tollgate, was created in anticipation of the Seoul Asian Games in 1986 and the 24th Olympic Games in 1988. The forest provides a scenic habitat for 94,800 trees of 43 different species including pine, zelkova, purple bloom maple, horse chestnut, and nut pine. These trees are rarely seen in cities and the park is a popular date spot for couples. In the fall, the trees in the park bear an abundance of persimmons and quinces.

Amenities and facilities include an outdoor wedding hall, walking course, basketball court, volleyball court (also used for foot volleyball), tennis court, barefoot walking path, and outdoor workout equipment. Memorial sites and monuments like the memorial of Patriot Yun Bong-Gil can also be found scattered throughout the park grounds.

Gwangnaru Hangang Park Outdoor Swimming Pool (한강시민공원 광나루수영장(실외))

12.4Km    2019-07-30

83-66, Seonsa-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-470-9561

Six of the city's Hangang Parks have outdoor swimming pools, including Gwangnaru Hangang Park. Supported by meticulous water quality management, they are not only safe, but also an inexpensive alternative to private facilities. Excellent amenities include swimming equipment rentals, food, and beverages.

Royal Coffee Hof (로얄커피호프)

Royal Coffee Hof (로얄커피호프)

12.4Km    2021-04-19

150, Dorim-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-836-6138

It is a place that sells a variety of specialties. This restaurant's signature menu is swordtip squid. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

GOGOS (고고스)

GOGOS (고고스)

12.4Km    2021-03-26

256, Songpanaru-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2042-0100

It is a café with a nice view as it is located by Seokchon Lake. This cafe is located in Songpa-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is Shaved Ice with red bean topping.

Eye Zone Optical [Tax Refund Shop] (아이죤안경)

12.4Km    2024-06-27

461, Yangcheon-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Daejanggeum (대장금)

12.4Km    2024-11-29

300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3213-4534

Daejanggeum serves traditional Korea meals, reinterpreting royal dishes from the Joseon dynasty. Daejanggeum faithfully uses only the best local ingredients to make all their food, from the soybeans used for soy sauce and soybean paste, to kimchi. In addition to the food, guests can enjoy dining with lacquerware from Korea's Holder of Intangible Heritage, Mr. Yi Jin-ho, and forged works by 5th generation blacksmith, Cha Ingyu.

Lotte World Aquarium (롯데월드 아쿠아리움)

Lotte World Aquarium (롯데월드 아쿠아리움)

12.4Km    2024-03-12

B1, 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Lotte World Aquarium, located in Lotte World Mall, is an aquarium that replicates the marine ecosystems of the world's five oceans. It exhibits over 55,000 marine animals of 650 species. It features a Marine Eco Hall, an Amazon River Hall, and a Penguin Hall. Visitors can participate in various programs such as feeding sessions for different animals including penguins and jellyfish touch experiences, allowing them to get up close with marine life.

Lotte World Tower SEOUL SKY (롯데월드타워 서울스카이)

12.4Km    2024-11-28

300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-1661-2000

SEOUL SKY is located on floors 117-123 of Lotte World Tower, the nation's tallest and the world's fifth tallest building. The observatory offers a panoramic view of the entire capital city, beautiful both day and night. SEOUL SKY is comprised of an exhibition zone, observation deck, sky deck, dessert cafe, sky terrace, lounge, and more.

To get to Seoul Sky, visitors have to take the Sky Shuttle, a double-deck elevator that reaches a speed of 600 meters per minute. The one-minute ride feels quite short while watching the videos playing on the walls and ceiling. While waiting for the elevator up, visitors can enjoy art in the exhibition zone in basement levels 1-2. The exhibition includes artwork displaying the history, culture, and pride of Korea's foundation and success over the centuries. Visitors can also purchase Seoul Sky merchandise from the gift shop to remember their trip or give as a souvenir.

The observation deck has two story-high glass windows for an uninterrupted view. The Sky Deck, located at 478 meters, holds the Guinness World Record as the highest glass-floored observatory in the world. On days when visibility is limited, visitors can still enjoy a clear sky through the Sky Theater. The 120 floor holds the Sky Terrace, open to the elements.

Visitors looking for refreshments can enjoy the one-of-a-kind menu served at the dessert cafe Sky Friends Cafe on level 119, or refreshing wine sold at the premium lounge on floor 123. This cozy space is the highest lounge in Seoul and is perfect for taking in the view in a relaxing ambiance.

International Seon Center (국제선센터)

International Seon Center (국제선센터)

12.4Km    2019-12-19


+82-2-2650-2200

The International Seon Center, operated by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, is a global templestay center where both local residents and foreign visitors alike can experience Korea’s Buddhist cultural practices. The temple offers opportunities to experience traditional Korean Buddhist culture through such programs as Ganwha Seon (meditation classes), Templestay, Seon Culture Class, and temple food lectures. The regular Sunday ceremony provides a dharma talk both in Korean and English.