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Hangang River (한강)

6.6Km    2024-10-29

257 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-120

The Hangang River is a iconic river in Korea that crosses Seoul from north to south. Various parks and cultural facilities are located along the river, attracting numerous people to enjoy leisure and relaxation. Many people enjoy walking, biking, and jogging along the river. Water sports such as fishing, kayaking, and sailing are also popular, and the night view of the river from a cruise ship makes it even more beautiful. Events such as concerts, drone festivals, and fireworks displays are also a must-see. 

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)

6.6Km    2024-03-08

56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-969-8851

King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the  scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.

Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)

6.6Km    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)

Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)

6.6Km    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.

Dream Hairline [Tax Refund Shop] (드림헤어라인의원)

6.6Km    2024-04-19

2F, 10, Nonhyeon-ro 159-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)

6.6Km    2025-01-17

27, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3146-5936

The Ttukseom Water Purification Plant (Waterworks Museum and Slow Sand Filtration Basin) was completed in August 1908 as the first water purification plant ever built in Korea. In 2008, it celebrated 100 years of history with the opening of the Waterworks Museum, which showcases the history and value of Seoul's public waterworks. The museum was recognized for its modern architectural design and designated Tangible Cultural Asset of Seoul No.72.

Beauty & Young Clinic [Tax Refund Shop] (뷰티앤영의원)

Beauty & Young Clinic [Tax Refund Shop] (뷰티앤영의원)

6.6Km    2024-06-27

626, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Yeonghwiwon and Sunginwon Royal Tombs (서울 영휘원(순헌황귀비)과 숭인원(이진))

Yeonghwiwon and Sunginwon Royal Tombs (서울 영휘원(순헌황귀비)과 숭인원(이진))

6.7Km    2021-03-12

90, Hongneung-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-962-0556

Yeonghwiwon & Sunginwon Royal Tombs house the tombs of Queen Consort Sunheon and the first son of Imperial Prince Yeong, Yi Jin. Queen Consort Sunheon was a concubine of Emperor Gojong and the mother of Imperial Prince Yeong. The tomb site was originally the resting place of Empress Myeongseong, the first official wife of Emperor Gojong, but her tomb was moved to Namyangju after Gojong's death where they are interred together.

Uniqlo - Lotte Cheongnyangni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 롯데청량리)

Uniqlo - Lotte Cheongnyangni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 롯데청량리)

6.7Km    2024-04-18

B1, 214, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Golden Dew - Lotte Cheongnyangni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골든듀 롯데청량리)

Golden Dew - Lotte Cheongnyangni Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골든듀 롯데청량리)

6.7Km    2024-04-19

1F, 214, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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