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Seoul Bongeunsa Temple (봉은사 (서울))

1.3Km    2024-10-24

531 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3218-4800

Once known as Gyeonseongsa Temple, Bongeunsa Temple is located north of COEX, and was constructed in the 10th year of Silla King Weongseong’s reign (794). In 1498, Queen Jeonghyeon refurbished Gyeonseongsa Temple and renamed it Bongeunsa Temple.

Originally located near the Royal Tomb of King Seongjong, the temple was transferred to its current location during Joseon King Myeongjong’s reign. The temple is home to 3,479 Buddhist scriptures of 13 types, including the works of Kim Jeong-hee. The Buddhist ceremony called Jeongdaebulsa is held on the ninth day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, where monks march carrying the scriptures on their heads and recite the Beopseongge (Buddhist rites).

Starfield COEX Mall (스타필드 코엑스몰)

Starfield COEX Mall (스타필드 코엑스몰)

1.3Km    2025-12-08

513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6002-5300

Starfield COEX Mall, located at the center of Seoul, leads in trend and culture. Combining fashion, food, culture and entertainment, the mall provides everything the visitors need. The Starfield Library offers a space to rest and entertainment with books.

Hyundai Department Store Trade Center (현대백화점 무역센터점)

Hyundai Department Store Trade Center (현대백화점 무역센터점)

1.3Km    2025-12-19

517 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-552-2233

Hyundai Department Store focuses on achieving customer satisfaction by exceeding expectations and reshaping the lifestyle culture to suit each individual's needs and wants. Connected to Samseong Station on Seoul Subway Line 2, Hyundai Department Store Trade Center is easily accessible and among the most sought-after shopping destinations in Seoul along with the nearby COEX Mall.

Himedi, Inc. (하이메디)

1.3Km    2025-11-21

4th Floor, 6-9 Teheran-ro 25-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Your Health, Your Journey. World-class medical tourism in South Korea, on your terms. 
We only work with best clinics in Korea. 
Our curated check up packages use Korea's most advanced diagnostic to give you answer beyond a typical exam, from full body check up to hormon test. Every packages comes with Himedi's concierge support.
We also provide a complete range of wellness and aesthetic services—including advanced skin care, hair restoration, dental treatments, vision correction, stem cell therapy, plastic surgery, and body sculpting—to help you look and feel your best.

Cheongdam Park (청담공원)

Cheongdam Park (청담공원)

1.4Km    2021-07-30

26, Yeongdong-daero 131-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3423-6248

Up until the early 1960's, people would cross the Hangang River from Ttukseom Ferry Dock and arrive in Cheongdam-dong. Although highly developed, Cheongdam Park remains as a soothing natural oasis that is relatively untouched by city pollution. Following the trail, there is a small exercise area and playground. The park is quite crowded in the morning with people exercising. The tightly woven trees in the park offers a resting place to enjoy fresh air. The park size is 59,347 ㎡.

Seoul National University Hospital Gangnam Center (서울대학교병원 강남의원)

1.4Km    2025-10-23

(38th,39th Floors and Part of 3rd Floor), 152 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Seoul National University Hospital Gangnam Center, an extension of the world-renowned Seoul National University Hospital, offers specialized checkups annually to over 50,000 visitors. Notably, the center boasts exceptional success rates, including a global-leading 1% cancer diagnosis rate and top-level 50% detection rate for colorectal adenomas.

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas (그랜드 인터컨티넨탈 서울 파르나스)

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas (그랜드 인터컨티넨탈 서울 파르나스)

1.4Km    2024-08-20

521, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

The Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas is conveniently located in the heart of southern Seoul’s business district, featuring COEX convention and exhibition center, and City Airport. THe nearby COEX Mall offers duty free shops, a casino, cinema and over 200 shops.

The hotel is the largest 5-star hotel in Korea, featuring state-of-the-art amenities, including a grand ballroom and 15 banquet halls, perfect for hosting conventions and gathers of all sizes. Each of the 516 guestrooms is large and decorated comfortably for the perfect stay. Also, the hotel offers various restaurants from French, Italian, Asian, Japanese, to Chinese with top of the line chefs that cook up a delicious meal.

Parnas Mall (파르나스몰)

Parnas Mall (파르나스몰)

1.4Km    2025-01-06

521, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-559-7089

Parnas Mall is the first premium casual shopping mall opened by a hotel chain. Grand Intercontinental Seoul's Parnas Mall is located on the first underground level and features shopping, food, beverages, and cultural activities all in one place.

Yearimdang Art Hall (예림당아트홀)

Yearimdang Art Hall (예림당아트홀)

1.4Km    2021-12-07

337, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6413-3689

Yearimdang Art Hall is a children’s theater that opened in March 2011. A joint project of Yearimdang publishing company and PMC Production, the art hall is a mid-sized theater with 439 seats divided into two floors. The first floor consists of VIP sets and S-class seats that allow for more interaction with the actors on stage and access to surprise events during the performances. Seats on the second floor (A-class) offer an affordable, bird’s-eye-view of the stage. The seats are designed to fit children’s body, while providing parents with much needed rest.

Minish Dental Hospital (미니쉬치과병원)

1.4Km    2025-10-23

728 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, 728 Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Minish Dental Hospital opened in 2007 under the name Today Dental. In December 2018, it became a hospital-grade medical institution after passing the Ministry of Health and Welfare's strict  assessments for facilities, medical quality, etc. The hospital has 13 dental specialists with abundant clinical experience, who prioritize no harm, no pain, and no excessive treatments. 
Since 2009, Minish Dental Hospital has secured 150,000 clinical cases. Approximately 500 patients who are entertainers, businessmen, or celebrities have visited the hospital. 
Designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare as a medical institution for international patients, Minish Dental Hospital has transformed itself into an excellent medical institution attracting foreign patients from various countries, such as the US, Japan, China, and the Middle East.