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Allo [Tax Refund Shop] (알로)

Allo [Tax Refund Shop] (알로)

10.0Km    2024-06-26

62, Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Yeouido Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 여의도역)

10.0Km    2024-04-16

61, Yeouinaru-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Buam-dong (부암동)

Buam-dong (부암동)

10.0Km    2024-03-15

Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1807

Buam-dong is a village located north of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is designated as a development-restricted zone due to its proximity to the Cheong Wa Dae, preserving the old neighborhood's appearance. There are numerous bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and small galleries housed in renovated traditional houses, making it a delightful place for a leisurely stroll. The nearby hiking trails connected to Bugaksan Mountain offer a tranquil journey through the forest, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

Whanki Art Museum (환기미술관)

10.0Km    2024-03-04

63, Jahamun-ro 40-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-391-7701

Whanki Art Museum exhibits the works of Kim Whanki (1913-1974), the pioneer of Korean abstract art. Kim was inspired by traditional features such as Korean mountains and streams, the sky, moons and clouds, the white porcelain and traditional patterns, and worked to express them in abstract forms through points, lines, and surfaces. The main collection features nearly 300 works by Kim. One can also find an art shop and a café.

Aeum (에움)

Aeum (에움)

10.0Km    2024-03-26

36 Seogang-ro 11-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Aeum is a fusion and traditional dessert cafe in a quiet alley between Sogang University and Hongik University in Seoul. Wooden interiors with muted colors create a neat atmosphere, and there are no signboards or menus on the outside or inside, so visitors can enjoy drinks and desserts in a quiet and relaxing setting. Coffee drinks, including pour-over coffee, are available, and there are many desserts as it's a traditional dessert cafe. The cafe also created a new dessert menu to cater to today's tastes after launching a pop-up store.
Raised rice cake, a traditional Korean dessert, and shaved ice are especially famous. The raised rice cake comes in cherry pepper, sesame, matcha, and chestnut flavors. The shaved ice comes as sweet red bean, apple cinnamon, dried persimmon, and sorbet flavors. Recipes and plating are designed to make Korean desserts easy for modern people to enjoy.

Gwacheon National Science Museum (국립과천과학관)

Gwacheon National Science Museum (국립과천과학관)

10.0Km    2023-10-26

110, Sanghabeol-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-3677-1500

As a landmark facility representing Korea’s advanced science and technology capabilities, Gwacheon National Science Museum strives to encourage young visitors to become interested in science and shares with the public scientific principles that govern daily life. The main building has five permanent exhibition centers: Basic Science Center, High-tech Center, Children’s Experience Center, Natural History Center, and Traditional Science Center. Nearby are the planetarium, observatory, outdoor exhibition venue, and insect ecosystem center. Over 50% of the exhibition items on display are interactive, allowing visitors to jump in and experience science first-hand using their minds and their imagination.

Conrad Seoul (콘래드 서울)

10.0Km    2025-01-07

10, Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6137-7000

The five-star Conrad Seoul, selected as one of the ‘Best New Hotels’ by Conde Nast Traveler, a world-renowned travel magazine, offers the top-class service and for the best customer experience. Strategically located in a core business district of Yeouido, Conrad Seoul is one of the four pillar buildings of the IFC (International Finance Center) Seoul. The building is directly accessible underground from Yeouido Subway Station.

Conrad Seoul has 434 guest rooms with an open, refreshing atmosphere, picturesque views, and are equipped with Apple digital devices. The hotel also houses a Grand Ballroom, restaurants which offer diverse gourmet cuisines and a top-notch wellness center.

Iljasan Mountain Natural Park (일자산자연공원)

Iljasan Mountain Natural Park (일자산자연공원)

10.0Km    2021-04-23

660, Dongnam-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

Iljasan Mountain is the tallest peak in Gangdong-gu, Seoul, providing the western boundary between Gangdong-gu and Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do. Iljasan Mountain is one of the best spots in Seoul to watch the sunrise. Located on the mountain is the house of Master Lee Jip (pen-name Dunchon), providing a good getaway spot for local residents. Lee Jip was a loyal government official during the reign of King Gongmin during the late Goryeo dynasty. He was forced to move to an underground tunnel in the southwest side of Iljasan Mountain to avoid entrapment by Shin Don, a person of influence at the time. While living in hiding, he took the pen-name Dunchon (meaning drawing back to the countryside) to symbolize the hardships he was going through. The nearby area was named after him, being called Dunchon-dong.

CU - Changjeon Forest Road Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu창전숲길점)

10.0Km    2024-06-27

25, Wausan-ro 32-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Geek Live House (긱 라이브하우스)

Geek Live House (긱 라이브하우스)

10.1Km    2019-03-18

7, Sinchon-ro 10-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Geek Live House is one of the most popular live clubs in Hongdae (Hongik University) area, famous for clubs in Korea. It opened in February 2003 by professional musicians as a venue that focuses on music performances as opposed to dance. The club has state-of-the-art stage, lighting, and audio equipments and is one of the best places in the area to enjoy performances by your favorite music professionals as well as see some of the up-and-coming talents. The club can house over 150 visitors (seats and standing room) and hosts 3-4 live performances each night. The Geek Live House is a lively place to experience the music scene and the club culture of Hongdae (Hongik University) area.