The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 서울성모병원) - Area information - Korea travel information

The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital (가톨릭대학교 서울성모병원)

2.8Km    2025-10-23

222 Banpo-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Equipped with world-class medical staff and state-of-the art medical equipment, the Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital is a representative hospital of the Catholic University of Korea, Catholic Medical Center, the largest medical network in Korea. The hospital is part of the largest single-building hospital in Korea, with 22 above-ground floors, six underground floors, and 1,374 beds.
The hospital consists of 48 departments and 26 specialized centers. It was certified by the Joint Commission International (JCI) for five consecutive years until 2022 and has maintained a world-class and safe medical environment.
The hospital’s safe and competent medical services have earned the hospital high credibility among both Korean and international patients. Over 30,000 international patients from approximately 100 countries visit the hospital every year.
Its international healthcare center provides multilingual interpretation services (e.g., English, Russian, Arabic, Japanese, and French), a prayer room for Muslims,  and customized meals such as halal and Russian-friendly meals to meet international patients’ needs, all in an effort to provide patients with safe and convenient treatments. 

Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

2.8Km    2025-01-17

27, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3146-5936

The Ttukseom Water Purification Plant (Waterworks Museum and Slow Sand Filtration Basin) was completed in August 1908 as the first water purification plant ever built in Korea. In 2008, it celebrated 100 years of history with the opening of the Waterworks Museum, which showcases the history and value of Seoul's public waterworks. The museum was recognized for its modern architectural design and designated Tangible Cultural Asset of Seoul No.72.

Blue Square (블루스퀘어)

Blue Square (블루스퀘어)

2.8Km    2024-03-05

294, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-1544-1591

Blue Square is a multipurpose performance venue located in Hannam-dong. It includes Shinhan Card Hall, a performance hall dedicated to musicals with 1,776 seats, and Mastercard Hall, a multipurpose performance hall with 1,400 seats. Blue Square also includes the Book Park, which has a collection of nearly 75,000 books, and a café with a terrace that looks toward the Namsan Mountain. Many visitors come to the Blue Square to see its collection of popular musicals and other performances.

First Samsung Eye Center (퍼스트삼성안과의원)

2.8Km    2025-10-23

5F, 22 Seocho-daero 78-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

First Samsung Eye Center's medical staff consistently conducts research and academic activities. They publish papers in international academic journals each year, and they are committed to providing quality medical services to customers.
The medical staff members have such outstanding skills that they perform surgeries that other ophthalmology clinics find challenging. With over 100,000 surgical cases for the past 20 years, including cataract surgery, vision correction, and retinal surgery, the medical staff at First Samsung Eye Center provides safe surgeries without side effects and high-quality vision results.
The clinic has the latest equipment that allows examinations and surgeries of all ocular diseases. It accurately diagnoses patients' eye conditions and manages the process from pre-surgery examinations to post-surgery care.

Olive Young - Gangnam Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강남중앙)

Olive Young - Gangnam Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강남중앙)

2.8Km    2024-04-22

372, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Sono Eyewear - Seocho Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (소노안경원 서초)

2.8Km    2024-04-18

#112, 23, Seocho-daero 74-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

2.8Km    2022-12-15

60-16, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2014-6901

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern art works by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the art works on display, since the museum's three buildings were designed by internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and Rem Koolhaas.

MUSEUM 1 houses traditional Korean art, such as calligraphy, paintings, ceramic arts, and metal craftwork, while MUSEUM 2 displays modern and contemporary art by both Korean and international artists.

Atelier Zenze [Tax Refund Shop] (아틀리에젠즈)

Atelier Zenze [Tax Refund Shop] (아틀리에젠즈)

2.8Km    2024-04-19

1F, 23, Bongeunsa-ro 68-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Isshou (잇쇼우)

Isshou (잇쇼우)

2.8Km    2024-02-15

109 Daelim Acrotel, 524 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Isshou is a Japanese restaurant specializing in sanuki udon, strategically situated around Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tomb, the UNESCO World Heritage. The standout offering is the Isshou jeongsik (pork cutlet with rice and udon set menu), featuring handcrafted udon, deep-fried pumpkin, and a stir-fried beef with rice. The restaurant includes a section where fresh noodles are made, allowing customers to purchase them on the spot. Conveniently located, nearby attractions encompass COEX, Bongeunsa Temple, and the Seoul Arts Center.

Na-Medi [Tax Refund Shop] (나를위한 산부인과의원)

Na-Medi [Tax Refund Shop] (나를위한 산부인과의원)

2.9Km    2024-06-26

364, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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