Gwangjingyo 8th Avenue (광진교 8번가)

1.3Km 2020-07-01

77, Gucheonmyeon-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-476-0722

Gwangjingyo 8th Avenue is the only cultural area in Korea located beneath a bridge. Not just a performance venue, the building also houses a gallery depicting the 100-year history of the Hangang River and a Hangang Renaissance Project Promotion Room, which provides a glimpse of developers’ plans to further revive the river into a prime leisure spot for citizens and tourists.

Thanks to its location under the Gwangjingyo Bridge in Hangang Park (Gwangnaru area), Gwangjingyo 8th Avenue affords a scenic view of the river as seen from its glass observatory. Live performances are held on Friday or weekend nights; applications can be made online and a few winners are chosen at random to watch each performance.

Gwangnaru Hangang Park (광나루한강공원)

1.3Km 2021-12-25

83-66, Seonsa-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0501

Hangang Citizen's Park, composed of 12 areas including Jamsil, Ttukseom and Jamwon, is an eco-friendly park providing areas for sports and leisure. The park is equipped with various cultural and recreational facilities and also has an ecological park. Gwangnaru Hangang Park formed naturally through rich silt that flowed in from the upper Hangang River that was then filled with reeds, creating an ideal habitat for groups of migratory birds.

Jirisan Wangjaebong Heukdwaeji(지리산왕재봉흑돼지)

1.3Km 2021-04-13

26, Sangam-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3426-5120

You can enjoy grilled Heukddoeji (black pork) with a variety of kimchi in soybean powder seasoning. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled black pork. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangdong-gu, Seoul.

Amsa Ecological Park (암사생태공원)

1.3Km 2017-01-12

83-66, Seonsa-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0501

Amsa Ecological Park (located in Amsa-dong) is a large scenic park with long winding trails passing by reeds and other beautiful plants of the Han River. It is here as well that visitors can watch the flight of Korea’s migratory birds. The Ecological Park is famous for its beautiful scenery and its lush groves of reeds and pussy willows growing alongside the natural riverside road. Wild roses, loosestrifes, and tiger lilies are in bloom from spring to fall and the observation deck gives visitors a beautiful view of Han River and the area’s wide variety of birds such as reed warblers, titmice, and swallows. The river basin and its surrounding stones are a great place to learn about nature and are home to various bugs such as beetles, river mayflies, big scarlet hairstreak butterflies, and other water insects.

The Amsa Ecological Park is located nearby Godeok River Side Ecological Park and the Bicycle Theme Park, making this particular area one of the most popular tourist attractions along the Han River.

Damgeum (담금)

1.5Km 2024-03-26

37 Seongnae-ro 18-gil, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

With its faded white-toned outdoor and indoor interiors and various plants, Cafe Damgeum makes one feel as if they are in a quiet cafe in Italy. The menu includes Italian brunch, dessert, and espresso. Espresso is available in many varieties. Also, this place serves handmade gelato certified by the Italian government, so visitors can enjoy this rich, soft, and delicious Italian dessert. The representative coffee drinks here are espresso and espresso con panna. Espresso con panna has a thick layer of cream on top, allowing one to taste the bitterness of coffee and the sweetness of cream at the same time.

Cheonghaejin(청해진)

1.5Km 2021-04-13

33 Seongnae-ro 6-gil Gangdong-gu Seoul
+82-2-484-1551

It is a 100-year-old store that has been loved by customers for a long time while maintaining its reputation for over 30 years. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangdong-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is seafood pancake.

Homeplus - Gangdong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 강동)

1.6Km 2024-04-22

5, Seolleung-ro 162-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Nike - Olympic Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (나이키 올림픽)

1.6Km 2024-04-18

1F, 1329, Yangjae-daero, Gangdong-gu, Seoul

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Mongchon Museum of History (몽촌역사관)

1.8Km 2021-08-13

424, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2152-5900

The Mongchon Museum of History, located within Olympic Park, displays artifacts from the excavations of Mongchontoseong Fortress, such as earthen fortifications as well as other artifacts of the Baekje Kingdom period, offering a glimpse into Baekje culture. A model of a Baekje dugout hut site reveals ancient dwelling patterns. Also, the facility displays a perfectly preserved model of ancient houses and tombs, giving visitors the feel of traveling back to prehistoric ages.

Soma Museum of Art (소마미술관)

2.0Km 2023-04-13

424, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-425-1077

Soma Museum of Art was opened in September 2004 as a cultural space amid the nature of Seoul Olympic Park. The museum displays over 222 sculptures, and offers a variety of cultural and educational programs, including the nation's first drawing center and archive.

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