Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)

3.1Km 2024-10-30

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0578

The Rainbow Fountain plunges 20 meters into the water on both side of Banpo Bridge over the Han River. When the sun goes down, 200 lights illuminate the fountain as it sends out dancing, rainbow-colored jets of water in the air in synchronization with music. The fountain boasts spectacular views from the hills, the Hangang River observation deck, and the moon-shaped Moonlight Square. Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain operates every day from April to October, four to six times a day for 20 minutes.

Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)

3.1Km 2018-02-02

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Banpo Seoraeseom Island is an artificial island built in the mid-1980s. Located in Banpo-jigu District by the Hangang riverside, the island is connected to Hangang Banpo Park by three bridges. The island features weeping willows along the edges, as well as a migratory bird habitat, flower garden, water ski site, and more.

Seoul Bongeunsa Temple (봉은사 (서울))

3.1Km 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).

Will Spa (윌스파)

3.1Km 2025-01-08

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3466-8100

Willspa operates 24 hours in the Gangnam area, featuring luxurious spa that is equipped with suitable size, facility, and programs for foreign visitors’ taste.

Clue - COEX Branch (클루 (코엑스점))

3.1Km 2021-04-09

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6002-3330

Clue specializes in women’s accessories with its focus on fashion jewelry accessories made of gemstones and crystals, popular among women. The store has a unique interior design and is equipped with an extensive lighting system. It boasts gemstone accessories at inexpensive prices, attracting many loyal female customers.

Haneol Craft (한얼공예)

3.1Km 2022-09-16

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6002-6772

Haneol Craft is the only store in the COEX Mall specializing in traditional Korean handmade crafts. It sells and exhibits colorful Hahoe masks (traditional Korean masks) and traditional Korean crafts, attracting many visitors.

National Geographic - Starfield Coex Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (내셔널지오그래픽 스타필드코엑스)

3.1Km 2024-04-22

#C114, 524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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GS25 - Gangnam Dongwon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25강남동원점)

3.1Km 2024-06-27

7, Teheran-ro 77-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

3.1Km 2022-12-15

60-16, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2014-6901

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern art works by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the art works on display, since the museum's three buildings were designed by internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and Rem Koolhaas.

MUSEUM 1 houses traditional Korean art, such as calligraphy, paintings, ceramic arts, and metal craftwork, while MUSEUM 2 displays modern and contemporary art by both Korean and international artists.

InterContinental Seoul COEX (인터컨티넨탈 서울코엑스)

3.1Km 2020-04-03

524, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3452-2500

Intercontinental Seoul COEX, located in the center of Gangnam where Korean trends begin, is a modern and stylish business hotel. Views of the beautiful Hangang River and Bongeunsa Temple can be seen from the hotel. Also, COEX Mall, casino, and duty free shops are connected to the hotel, allowing guests to enjoy shopping, culture and relaxation in this one-stop entertainment destination. Sky Lounge, having a great view of Seoul; Asian Live, serving Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Indian, and Arabic cuisine; Lobby Lounge with trendy interior; and Brasserie, a buffet restaurant with a variety food selections are available at the hotel. The renovated banquet hall gives a refined atmosphere with LED lighting to create varied concepts and moods perfect for multiple purposes such as convention, contemporary wedding, special family gathering, and other events. Also, a simultaneous interpretation device is available with support in eight languages and video conference facilities are installed for more convenient events.

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