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Kangbuk Samsung Hospital (강북삼성병원)

3.9Km    2025-10-23

29 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Established in 1968, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital has over 50 years of history and is taking a new leap forward with a vision for its centennial year.
Through partnerships with renowned institutions, such as Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States and the BBDC in Canada, the hospital delivers advanced medical services while leading the public health arena. It is also committed to systematic research and the development of ICT-integrated digital healthcare, which will be the foundation for future medicine. With an excellent infrastructure that includes clinics and specialized centers (e.g., the Diabetes Center, Breast and Thyroid Cancer Center, Digestive Cancer Center, Musculoskeletal Disease Center, and Prostate Center), Kangbuk Samsung Hospital provides top-quality medical services focused on providing patients with satisfactory treatments. 

The Face Dental [Tax Refund Shop] (더페이스치과의원)

The Face Dental [Tax Refund Shop] (더페이스치과의원)

3.9Km    2024-06-27

840, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Samgyeopsal Jeonmunjeom Daetongnyeong (삼겹살전문점대통령)

3.9Km    2024-03-11

249-24, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2277-2276

This restaurant offers grilled pork that has been aged in bamboo tubes, a process that tenderizes the meat and removes any gamey odor from the  Samgyeopsal (Grilled pork belly). The meat is served with kimchi, vegetable wraps, and side dishes. Kkotgedoenjangjjigae (Blue crab soybean paste jjigae) and Naengmyeon (Cold buckwheat noodles) also pair well with the pork. This establishment is an excellent choice for enjoying Samgyeopsal (Grilled pork belly) at affordable prices. 

Jongmyo Shrine [UNESCO World Heritage] (종묘 [유네스코 세계유산])

3.9Km    2024-07-05

157 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-0195

Jongmyo Shrine was the primary place of worship for kings and their queens throughout the Joseon dynasty. The shrine was built at the same time as Gyeongbokgung Palace, under the orders of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty. The shrine is the site of the royal memorial service, called Jongmyo Jaerye, a national event that has been passed down since the Three Kingdoms period. During the Joseon dynasty, the ritual was held on the first month of a seasonal change and the twelfth month of the lunar year.

Gwangjang Market (광장시장)

Gwangjang Market (광장시장)

3.9Km    2024-07-08

88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2267-0291

Gwangjang Market was the first permanent market in Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. The name Gwangjang means "to gather from afar and keep altogether." The market began as a small trading center that brought in goods from nearby regions, but has now grown into a large wholesale market selling a variety of goods, including upholstery, imported goods, groceries, dried fish, traditional goods, and more. The most popular section of the market is the food street connected to the East Gate, North Gate 2, and South Gate 1. The food street caters to a wide range of patrons due to the plethora of menus available. It is also one of the most recommended tourist attraction for international travelers.

Nature Collection - Gwanghwamun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (네이처컬렉션 광화문)

Nature Collection - Gwanghwamun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (네이처컬렉션 광화문)

3.9Km    2024-04-18

1F, 105, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Tailor Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (테일러성형외과의원)

Tailor Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (테일러성형외과의원)

3.9Km    2024-04-16

#402, 838, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Faceline Plastic Surgery (페이스라인 성형외과의원)

3.9Km    2025-10-23

(1st Floor, Wonbang Plaza), 838 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Faceline Plastic Surgery has operated with an accident-free record for 20 years, adhering to the motto "A place where I and my family can safely undergo plastic surgery".

The medical team at Faceline Plastic Surgery includes Dr. Lee Tae-Hee and Dr. Lee Jin-Su, both alumni of Seoul National University College of Medicine, alongside Dr. Lee Shin-Jeong, a graduate of Seoul National University School of Dentistry. They have been working together since the clinic's establishment in Apgujeong in 2005. They regularly present their accumulated clinical experience and expertise at international conferences and have showcased numerous surgical cases through various makeover programs.

Clients of Faceline Plastic Surgery demonstrate unwavering trust over the years, returning for additional procedures. For instance, a client who underwent facial contouring surgery may return for a face lift after 10 years, or a child of a patient who had double jaw surgery might seek similar treatment 20 years later. Similarly, a parent of a patient who had ophthalmoplasty might return for upper blepharoplasty surgery.

In this manner, Faceline Plastic Surgery maintains long-term relationships based on client trust and satisfaction, continuously providing high-quality medical services. The clinic guarantees optimal results based on its extensive experience and skills accumulated over the years.

Iwant Plastic Surgery Clinic [Tax Refund Shop] (아이원성형외과)

Iwant Plastic Surgery Clinic [Tax Refund Shop] (아이원성형외과)

3.9Km    2024-04-23

4F, 823, Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Kumho Art Hall (금호아트홀)

Kumho Art Hall (금호아트홀)

3.9Km    2021-05-28

76, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6303-1977

Kumho Art Hall was built in 2000 exclusively for classical music concerts, with 390 seats, the perfect structure for chamber concerts. All seats are recital hall chairs and the wide spacing between rows of chairs helps the audience to have a pleasant time. Upon entering the theater, all cell phones will turn off automatically. This helps all visitors to enjoy the concert without being interrupted by ringing cell phones. The interior is cozy and luxurious, and the stage is made of maple.