Sejong University Museum (세종대학교 박물관)

13.1Km 2022-09-16

209, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3408-3876

Sejong University Museum exhibits folk art, wooden crafts, clothing, accessories, pottery, paintings and calligraphy collected for over 40 years by the couple who founded the present day Sejong University, Dr. Ju Young-ha and Dr. Choi Ok-ja. This museum has its origins in the Soodo Gallery, which was built in Chungmuro, the campus’ original location, in 1959. Needing more space to house additional artifacts, the museum moved to its current location, which first opened on May 5, 1973 in a four-story concrete building inspired by traditonal tower design from the Baekje era. This building was later expanded on May 20, 1977.

After the university’s name was changed to Sejong University in 1979, the museum was also renamed the Sejong University Museum. The museum showcases unique artifacts to both scholars and students from home and abroad in contribution to the research of Korea’s culture, arts, and archeology.

Goyang West Three Royal Tombs (The tomb of Queen Janggyeong) [UNESCO World Heritage] (고양 서삼릉(장경왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

13.2Km 2024-02-07

233-126 Seosamneung-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-962-6009

Goyang West Three Royal Tombs is a significant historical site comprising three major royal burial grounds in the western area. Huireung Royal Tomb is dedicated to Queen Janggyeong (1491-1515), the consort of King Jungjong during the Joseon dynasty. Hyoreung Royal Tomb is the resting place of King Injong (1515-1545) and his queen, Inseong. Yereung Royal Tomb holds the remains of King Cheoljong (1831-1864) and his queen, Cheorin. This area is home to numerous tombs and relics belonging to various members of the Joseon royal family.

Perbacco (페르바코)

13.3Km 2024-09-11

30 Neungdong-ro 16-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

Perbacco is a Venetian style pub, better known as a chicchetteria. The pub offers lesser-known Italian snack fare from Venice, with their main dish being cicchetti, flat slices of bread piled with various ingredients, usually focusing on seafood.

Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Center (고양 어울림누리)

13.3Km 2021-07-08

33, Eoullim-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1577-7766

Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Center is a multi-complex that ties culture and arts facilities with sports facilities. Oulim Theater provides 1,218 seats for various events from classical music to K-pop, plays, musicals and more, while Star and Sand Theater provides 362 seats for more family-oriented shows. The Oulim Art Gallery offers experience programs and exhibitions. The Flower Hill outdoor stage is suitable for plays and concerts.

Seonungak (한옥카페 선운각)

13.3Km 2025-10-29

223 Samyang-ro 173-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Seonungak is a hanok cafe facing Doseonsa Temple at the foot of Bukhansan Mountain, the perfect location to take in the beauty of the changing seasons. The cafe is also the largest hanok building outside of the royal palaces in Seoul. Previously limited to weddings and filming events, the hanok has reopened as a cafe, selling a range of traditional Korean drinks.

Sammaksa Temple (삼막사)

13.4Km 2024-02-07

478 Sammak-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do,

Sammaksa Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Samseongsan Mountain. Legend has it that the temple was established in 667 by Wonhyo, a Buddhist philosopher from the Silla era. Within the temple grounds are Cheonbuljeon Hall, Yukgwaneumjeon Hall, Myeongbujeon Hall, Manghaeru Pavilion, Chilbogak House, among others. The temple holds heritages like the Rock-carved Buddha Triad and the Fertility Stones. These artifacts, symbolizing the fusion of Buddhism and folk religion, highlights the ancient nature of the place.

Maeheon Citizen's Forest (매헌시민의 숲)

13.4Km 2022-12-21

99, Maeheon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-575-3895

Maeheon Citizen's Forest, located near Yangjae Tollgate, was created in anticipation of the Seoul Asian Games in 1986 and the 24th Olympic Games in 1988. The forest provides a scenic habitat for 94,800 trees of 43 different species including pine, zelkova, purple bloom maple, horse chestnut, and nut pine. These trees are rarely seen in cities and the park is a popular date spot for couples. In the fall, the trees in the park bear an abundance of persimmons and quinces.

Amenities and facilities include an outdoor wedding hall, walking course, basketball court, volleyball court (also used for foot volleyball), tennis court, barefoot walking path, and outdoor workout equipment. Memorial sites and monuments like the memorial of Patriot Yun Bong-Gil can also be found scattered throughout the park grounds.

Gwangnaru Safety Experience Center (광나루안전체험관)

13.4Km 2025-03-29

238, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2049-4061

Gwangnaru Safety Experience Center was founded in 1999 after two fire accidents in which many children lost their lives. These tragedies emphasized the necessity of establishing a disaster training center for common citizens.

Gwangnaru Safety Experience Center is a three-story building with one basement floor, covering an area of more than 5,000 m². The basement floor includes a small theater. The first floor is set up for natural disaster training and consists of an orientation hall, storm simulation training room, earthquake simulation room, computer tests on fire safety knowledge and others. The second floor is a place for artificial catastrophe training. It consists of a smoke escape training room, fire extinguisher training room, first-aid (CPR) training room and practice place for calling 119. The third floor is used for rescue training and consists of a rescue training room, screening room, training for professionals and video examples of the five biggest disasters that have occurred in Seoul. Overall there are about 20 training areas established, so citizens can experience the imitation of a disaster by themselves and learn easily and in an interesting way how to cope with a disaster.

Ttukseom Hangang Park (뚝섬한강공원)

13.4Km 2024-07-09

139 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0521

Ttukseom Hangang Park was a famous resort site even before its rebirth as part of the greater Hangang Park. The park consists of various amenities: music fountains, a riverside square, a rose garden, playground, and a nature learning center.

The park boasts an exquisite cultural complex called Jabeolle (J-Bug), offering plenty of art and rest facilities as well as a magnificent view of the Hangang River. Conveniently located near Ttukseom Resort Station, Jabeolle houses a café, tea house, and gift shop, as well as exhibitions by media artists.

Ttukseom Hangang Park is open all year round and has a variety of attractions that change with each season. During the summer season, visitors can enjoy the thrill of windsurfing, waterskiing, and motor boating. During spring and fall, the park has a number of seasonal flower exhibitions. In winter, sledding and skating await.

In addition, the park offers facilities for X-Games, artificial rock climbing, cruise ships, a Saturday Flea Market, a nursing mothers’ rooms, and women's lounges, making the park a popular place for Seoul citizens.

Songkang Canoe School - Seoul branch (송강카누학교 서울분교)

13.4Km 2023-10-06

139, Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
+82-33-461-1659

Songkang Canoe School has a variety of services and equipment that enables visitors to experience the joys of kayaking worry-free. Kayak lessons, rentals, tours and equipment storage services are available. Make new friends and enjoy the beauty of the Hangang River with a visit to the Gangnam Canoe Club.

Kayaking at the Songkang Canoe School is taught with a methodical system that aims at giving more people a safe and enjoyable kayaking experience, regardless of level. The club staff love nature and have a passion for paddle sports. Using a dynamic teaching approach, staff members see teaching paddle sports as their mission in life, not just a job. With a pleasant, supportive staff that is always in pursuit of new experiences, participants are sure to create their own adventures.

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