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National Gugak Center (국립국악원)

12.6Km    2025-01-17

2364 Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The National Gugak Center is the governing body established to preserve and promote traditional Korean performing arts. The center can accommodate every type of traditional performing arts, such as palace music, court music, and all other genres including major productions of changgeuk (Korean musical drama). Originally opened in Busan in 1951, the center moved to its current location in Seoul in 1987. The center also opened branch locations in Namwon, Jindo, and Busan in 1992, 2004, and 2008 respectively.

Musinsa Standard Seongsu (무신사 스탠다드 성수)

Musinsa Standard Seongsu (무신사 스탠다드 성수)

12.7Km    2024-11-18

83 Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Located near Seongsu-dong Café Street, this is the physical store of the online editorial shop MUSINSA. The store offers affordable, high-quality clothing aimed at young adults in their 20s, with neutral colors and minimalist designs popular among Koreans. It’s also a favorite indoor date spot for couples, providing a quick overview of the latest fashion trends.

Sushi Kaisin (스시 카이신(鮨海信))

Sushi Kaisin (스시 카이신(鮨海信))

12.7Km    2019-11-23

12, Dosan-daero 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-515-9855

Sushi Kaisin is a luxurious sushi restaruant owned by Japanese Chef Kyousuke Sato. Chef Sato gained much knowledge about seafood through his working experience at fisheries market and two years of experience as a fisher. After building his career as a chef by working at top-notch sushi restaurants and five-star hotels in Japan, Chef Sato opened his very own sushi restaurant in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul in 2017. Fresh ingredients carefully selected and brought in from Jeju Island are prepared into an authentic Edomae sushi through Chef Sato's unique techniques. Although the restaurant is small, allowing up to only six customers at the counter table, Chef Sato ensures that the excellent food and service quality remain consistent as the chef personally tends to every aspect of the restaurant, from selection of ingredients and food preparation to customer service. Chef Sato is able to provide menu explanations and engage in friendly conversations with customers in fluent Japanese, Korean, and English due to his broad experience and expertise from traveling and working over the past years. Reservation is advised due to limited seating.

CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

CheongKwanJang - GS Tower Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 GS타워)

12.7Km    2024-04-18

1F, 508, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Seonjeongneung Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 선정릉역)

Olive Young - Seonjeongneung Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 선정릉역)

12.7Km    2024-04-16

602, Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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LG Arts Center (LG아트센터)

12.7Km    2024-03-18

(LG Arts Center Seoul), 136, Magokjungang-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2005-0114

LG Arts Center is a cultural complex space designed by Tadao Ando, a world-renowned architect. Its architectural excellence and design have won great acclaim. The main facilities contain performance halls, Art Lounge, and Studio. The LG SIGNATURE Hall, a multipurpose performance hall, has a capacity of 1,300. Its state-of-the-art facilities and sound design have drawn many visitors and performances to the complex.

Saebyeokjip Cheongdam (새벽집 청담)

Saebyeokjip Cheongdam (새벽집 청담)

12.7Km    2021-03-24

6, Dosan-daero, 101-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-546-5739

This house is open 24 hours. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is beef tartare bibimbap.

Seoul Arts Center (예술의전당)

12.7Km    2025-01-17

2406 Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The Seoul Arts Center is the representative art complex of Korea. It is comprised of the Opera House, Concert Hall, Art Gallery, Calligraphy Museum, Art Material Hall, and an outdoor stage. You can enjoy various performances and exhibitions all in one site.

The Opera House and Concert Hall consist of a total of five performance halls offering an average of 800 performances ever year, whereas the Art Gallery and Calligraphy Museum has seven exhibition halls providing various exhibitions throughout the year. The outdoor stage also provides various genres of performances all year round.

Hotel Prima (호텔 프리마)

Hotel Prima (호텔 프리마)

12.7Km    2021-03-15

536, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6006-9114

Hotel Prima offers art and culture through various exhibitions in the lobby for guests to enjoy. The guestrooms offer just as much beauty, in a range of styles and types. The hotel is also popular for hosting weddings and other events, including family gatherings. Additional amenities include a sky lounge & bar overlooking the Cheongdam-dong area, a music room, and restaurants.

Miraii [Korea Quality] / 미라이안경 [한국관광 품질인증]

Miraii [Korea Quality] / 미라이안경 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.7Km    2024-06-26

716, Samseong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
+82-2-517-1478

Located in Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu in Seoul, Miraii Optical was opened in 2006. Long-term preparation had been necessary to secure its position as a store specializing in optical consulting, which included an introduction of comprehensive optometric systems. To ensure comfort and accurate correction for all customers’ eyes, opticians always take a plenty of time for eye examination. The three eye examination rooms at Miraii are equipped with the latest equipment, and all employees are experts majoring in eyeglasses engineering. Miraii Optical deals with high-quality, select brands and products from Korea and abroad and which are suitable for not only the domestic market but also the latest trends. The store displays well-classified eyeglass frames, sunglasses, and contact lenses in addition to an area reserved for customers to enjoy light beverage and snack and try on luxury frames. In the space adjacent to the information desk at the entrance are products that are youthful and fashionable. Miraii regularly offers exclusive special events including referral discounts.