Inwangsa Temple (인왕사 (서울))

15.3Km 2020-04-02

16-1, Tongil-ro 18ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-737-4434

Inwangsa Temple refers to the entire cluster of small Buddhist temples located on Inwangsan Mountain (alt. 338m) in the heart of Seoul. The eastern foot of the mountain has many scenic spots with its distinctively cozy and tasteful atmosphere, and the northern area called Mugye-dong also offers beautiful scenery. Inwangsa Temple was established in the early Joseon period (1392-1910) to guard the national palace Gyeongbokbung. The temple is comprised of 11 shrines from five different Buddhist orders. The unique design of each shrine adds pleasure to hikers on their way up to Seonbawi, an unusual rock formation that is a site of many folk beliefs and shamanist rites.

Eulmildae Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (을밀대평양냉면)

15.4Km 2024-03-19

24, Sungmun-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-717-1922

Eulmildae Pyeongyang Naengmyeon has been specializing in pyeongyang naengmyeon (pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) for 50 years. The restaurant is named after the Ulmildae Pavilion in Pyongyang Castle. The buckwheat noodles are made by pressing the dough and pulling it out, giving them a savory flavor and aroma. The restaurant focuses on mullaengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) and bibim naengmyeon (spicy buckwheat noodles). Patrons have the option to delectable dishes such as nokdu jeon (mung bean pancake), mandu, boiled pork slices, beef brisket soup and rice.

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang (인왕산 더숲 초소책방)

15.4Km 2024-03-06

172 Inwangsan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Inwangsan Mountain Chosochaekbang is a bakery and book café located along the trail of Inwangsan Mountain, remodeled from an old police station. Surrounded by glass walls within the forest, it blends seamlessly with nature, offering a panoramic view of Namsan Tower through the transparent windows. On the second floor terrace, guests can enjoy the scenic view of Seoul. Freshly baked bread and desserts are available daily, and the venue occasionally hosts book talks and music concerts.

Olivine Spa (올리바인 스파)

15.4Km 2024-12-10

4-1 Tongil-ro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Chosen as one of the 25 recommended wellness tourist destinations by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization, Olivine Spa operates a luxury spa and a beauty & slimming center in downtown. The spa also provides professional pre-natal and post-natal massage, body shape care, and various beauty programs in partnership with Seran General Hospital and Olivium (a postpartum care center). Olivine Spa provides massages by top-tier therapists in the industry who will relieve fatigue and eliminate toxins accumulated through daily life. They will help your body become healthier and more balanced, ensuring customer satisfaction. Furthermore, Olivine Spa uses Swiss premium brands Les Nouvels Aroma and Darphin in their programs. Its beauty & slimming center provides customized consulting and various beauty-related medical programs in partnership with medical staff at Seran General Hospital.

Mapook (마포옥)

15.4Km 2021-03-24

312, Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-716-6661

It’s a 2020 Michelin Guide restaurant. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is brisket and ox bone soup.

Mapo Art Center (마포아트센터)

15.4Km 2021-03-19

28, Daeheung-ro 20-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3274-8500

Mapo Art Center is an innovative cultural art space near college campuses including Hongik, Sinchon and Seogang area. Art Hall Mac, operated by Mapo Art Center is a fascinating performance hall used for a wide range of cultural events. The art hall boasts a stunning exterior as well as finely-appointed facilities that allow the audience to enjoy a diverse genre of performances. The art hall consists of two sections of Play Mac (for smaller performances like puppet shows, solo concerts and children’s performances) and Gallery Mac (where visitors engage in interactive programs). The center also has diverse leisure facilities such as a swimming pool, gym, fitness center, golf club as well as a training center.

Other amenities available include a powder room, multi-purpose hall, training room, playpen, and Sky Park.

63 Buffet Pavilion (63뷔페 파빌리온)

15.5Km 2024-03-15

(63 Square, basement 1st floor, Yeouido area) 50, 63-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-789-5731

63 Buffet Pavilion is a buffet restaurant located at GF floor of Yeouido’s 63 Square. The buffet spread here features dishes from around the world. The most popular feature of the buffet is the chaekkeut steak (strip loin steak), made freshly using top-quality beef. One can also find yanggalbi (lamb chops), hoe (sliced raw fish), chobap (sushi), and daege (snow crab). Note that visitors are required to reserve their spot.

Mapodaegyo Bridge (마포대교 야경)

15.5Km 2021-03-26

Mapo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3153-8365

Mapodaegyo Bridge connects Yonggang-dong, Mapo-gu and Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu. The bridge is 1,400 meters long and 25 meters wide (6-lane road), and was the fourth bridge to be built over the Hangang River, following the construction of Hannam Bridge. The construction of the bridge first started in February of 1968 and was completed in May of 1970. At the time of its completion the bridge was named Seouldaegyo Bridge, but was later changed to Mapodaegyo Bridge in 1984.

Yuldong Park (율동공원)

15.5Km 2021-11-30

145, Munjeong-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-702-8713

Yuldong Park is a large urban neighborhood park located in the Bundang area of Seongnam. Since its opening in 1999, the park has become a favorite weekend hangout, frequented by residents of Seongnam and Seoul. This well-equipped park has a 45-meter bungee jumping site, a large fountain and a 33-acre reservoir encircled by a 2.5 kilometer promenade/bike path. Other facilities include a 13 meter-high artificial rock climbing wall, badminton center, children’s playground, foot acupressure path, grass plaza, year-round flower garden, field of reeds and theater. The park is also a popular date course for couples at nighttime as there are many quiet cafes located near the reservoir.

Wonder Place - Suyu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (원더플레이스 수유)

15.5Km 2024-04-22

308, Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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