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Seoul Upcycling Plaza (서울새활용플라자)

11.7Km    2024-01-05

49 Jadongchasijang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Saehwaryong is a Korean term for upcycling, a process of redesigning or recycling discarded resources or materials to give them a new value or purpose. Seoul Upcycling Plaza operates upcycling-related exhibitions, upcycling practice education and experience programs, design studios, upcycling stores, workshops, and more. It is a great place to look around for ideas and inspirations on how to use products for longer periods of time. The plaza demonstrates the first step to creating a resource-recycling society.

Exprive (주식회사 엑스프리베)

11.8Km    2025-10-23

#705, 38 Ttukseom-ro 13-gil (Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Sangsang Planet), Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Exprive Medical is a certified international patient attraction agency that safely connects overseas patients with Korea’s high-quality medical services. Our main services include discovering and consulting with international patients, coordinating customized hospital connections, and providing interpretation and convenience support. Through personalized services tailored to each patient, we contribute to enhancing the value of Korea’s medical tourism.

Cheongdam Park (청담공원)

Cheongdam Park (청담공원)

11.8Km    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 ㎡.

Goyang Restore Coffee (리스토어커피)

Goyang Restore Coffee (리스토어커피)

11.9Km    2025-10-29

741-35 Gwonyul-daero, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

This is a cafe where coffee made by roasting coffee beans and desserts such as Croiffles are delicious. High ceilings, natural wooden furniture, and tiled counters create a sophisticated atmosphere. The scenery seen outside the large folding door is as beautiful as a painting, making you turn on the camera.

Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) Art Center (한전아트센터 공연장)

Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) Art Center (한전아트센터 공연장)

11.9Km    2024-03-20

60, Hyoryeong-ro 72-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

The KEPCO Art Center is a cultural complex that provides opportunities to experience a diverse range of arts and culture. The Grand Theater's performances range from musicals and operas to classical and pop music. It offers excellent works that have undergone a rigorous selection process. The center's gallery, electricity museum and sports club are all located in one space, offering a one-stop exploration. 

Musinsa Standard Seongsu (무신사 스탠다드 성수)

Musinsa Standard Seongsu (무신사 스탠다드 성수)

11.9Km    2025-11-06

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.

Amore Seongsu (아모레 성수)

11.9Km    2024-01-05

7 Achasan-ro 11-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Amore Seongsu is an experiential store presented by the cosmetics brand Amorepacific Corporation. The building was renovated from an old car repair shop and presents a unique vibe. Visitors can test products on their skin and purchase products from over 30 brands released by Amorepacific Corporation. Recommended items include the Puzzlewood Hand Cream and Vegan Brush, made using a vegan recipe and a certified-vegan. A pop-up store is operated every month in collaboration with brands from various fields worldwide, providing trendy and extraordinary experiences such as exhibitions and product testing.

Gangnam JS Hospital (강남제이에스병원)

12.0Km    2025-10-23

122 Dogok-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Located in Dogok-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Gangnam JS Hospital is an orthopedic hospital staffed by doctors who have served the Korean national soccer team. We specialize in cartilage regeneration and degenerative arthritis treatment using cord blood stem cells.
We have published eight SCI(E) papers in our field and, with advanced medical technology and care, have attracted celebrities and royalty from the GCC countries, as well as international patients from diverse backgrounds, including Guus Hiddink, a renowned soccer coach.
We focus on treating sports injuries and spinal pain, including back and neck issues, offering the same level of care as for national athletes.

Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 선릉과정릉) [유네스코 세계유산]

12.0Km    2024-07-05

1 Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-568-1291

Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs are located near COEX in Gangnam. It comprises two tombs: Seolleung Royal Tomb, which houses the remains of King Seongjong (1457-1495, r. 1470-1495) and his wife Queen Jeonghyeon (1462-1530) of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), and Jeongneung Royal Tomb, which houses King Jungjong (1488-1544, r. 1506-1544), Seongjong’s son. The Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs History Center details the historical significance of the tomb, while the complex also serves as a park within the city.

Shinuiju Chapsal Sundae (신의주찹쌀순대)

Shinuiju Chapsal Sundae (신의주찹쌀순대)

12.0Km    2025-10-29

725 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

SHINee's Key and Minho's Soul Food
It is a Sundae and Rice Soup restaurant that SHINee's Key and Minho have chosen as the soul food that they used to eat after their schedules since their trainee days. Rice Soup can be enjoyed white with only salted shrimp in the soup, or it is delicious with minced seasoning. The bowl will be empty in no time when eaten with Julienne Radish Fresh Salad to a plain soup without the smell of pork. The Stuffed Squid that Key ordered is also a delicacy.