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Seorae Village (서래마을)

8.1Km    2022-12-16

Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2155-6220

Seorae Village is located in between Banpo 4-dong and Bangbaebon-dong in Seocho-gu, Seoul. Seorae Village took its form as a French neighborhood when French residents moved to the area after Ecole Francaise de Seoul, a school for French residents in Korea, was established here in 1985. According to 2008 census, about half of the total 1,000 French citizens residing in Korea were registered to be living in Seorae Village. The area naturally took shape as a global neighborhood as many international residents settled at Seorae Village much thanks to the strong presence of French residents. In addition to its convenient location near the central district area as well as Gangnam area and Hangang River Park, Seorae Village serves as a pleasant environment space for all.

Many shops and restaurants in Seorae Village are small in size and rather charming, resembling those in Europe. A bakery that makes traditional French baguettes using ingredients directly imported from France can be found here. In recent years, Seorae Village has undergone several changes, gaining much attention as one of the most modern and fanciest regions found in Seoul.

Odong Neighborhood Park (오동근린공원)

Odong Neighborhood Park (오동근린공원)

8.1Km    2020-07-04

49, Deongneung-ro 42-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+82-2-901-6923

Odong Neighborhood Park is located in the areas of Beon-dong and Mia-dong in Gangbuk-gu and Wolgok-dong in Seongbuk-gu. The park is large in size and has a dense forest with various facilities like a resting area, community sports center, grassy lawn, tennis court, acupressure trail with red clay, walking paths, and much more. Nearby residents visit the park for leisure and relaxation.

Donghwa Kim's Hotel (동화킴스관광호텔)

Donghwa Kim's Hotel (동화킴스관광호텔)

8.2Km    2021-01-19

136, Pyeongchangmunhwa-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-379-0520

Donghwa Kim's Hotel, located in Jongno-gu, Pyeongchang-dong, was designed to give the impression of a mountain cabin while combining Korean and modern architectural elements, resulting in a structure of notable artistic taste. The four-story hotel has 51 comfortable guestrooms, a banquet hall, a coffee shop, a Western restaurant, and a Korean restaurant. The hotel offers a wide-open view of the neighboring Bugaksan Mountain.

Baeksasilgyegok Valley (백사실계곡)

Baeksasilgyegok Valley (백사실계곡)

8.2Km    2020-08-31

115, Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1114

Baeksasilgyegok Valley in Seoul is a well preserved cultural and natural site, being home to Baekseokdongcheon, Historic Site No. 462, as well as a habitat to diverse animals, including salamanders, frogs, minnows, and crayfish. The preservation value of this area is especially high as the valley is home to a large colony of salamanders, which are indicator species of the clean water and a protected wildlife species of Seoul.

The valley gets its name from the site of a villa of Yi Hangbok. The path along the area’s thick forest and natural valleys provides an excellent getaway. Since the area is a habitat to several protected species, visitors are asked to refrain from dipping their feet in the valley’s waters while exploring the scenery. The entrance to the valley is located past the Sanmotungi Café.

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

Hyundai Yacht Seoul Branch (현대요트 서울지점)

8.2Km    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.

Keunson Jeju Heukdwaeji (큰손제주흑돼지)

Keunson Jeju Heukdwaeji (큰손제주흑돼지)

8.2Km    2021-03-30

10, Baekjegobun-ro 45-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-420-5524

It is a Jeju black pork specialty store. The best menu at this restaurant is Grilled Pork Belly. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Songpa-gu, Seoul.

E-Mart - Mapo Gongdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 마포공덕)

E-Mart - Mapo Gongdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 마포공덕)

8.2Km    2024-04-22

212, Baekbeom-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Gongdeok Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 공덕역)

Olive Young - Gongdeok Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 공덕역)

8.2Km    2024-04-16

1F, 199, Baekbeom-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Le pain (르빵)

Le pain (르빵)

8.2Km    2021-03-29

12, Baekjegobun-ro 41-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-70-8973-7004

It is a bakery famous for its strawberry whipped cream cake. The best menu at this restaurant is bread. This cafe is located in Songpa-gu, Seoul.

Simsan Cultural Center (심산기념문화센터)

Simsan Cultural Center (심산기념문화센터)

8.3Km    2022-01-04

55, Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3477-2461

The Simsan Cultural Center was established to commemorate the Confucianism and patriotic spirit of Simsan Kim Chang-Suk. It also offers educational and training programs to the local community for developing life skills while adding to the overall quality of life.