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Gangnam (강남)

Gangnam (강남)

1.2Km    2024-12-03

Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3423-5114

Gangnam Subway Station area is the prime district for those living south of the Hangang River. Gangnam-daero Avenue links Teheran-ro Road in the east to Jamsil and Sadang in the west. Kyobo Tower Crossroad connects Express Terminal to Noryangjin and west of Seoul. Hannam-daegyo Avenue in the north extends to the north of the Hangang River. A southward direction leads to metropolitan areas such as Seongnam, passing Yangjae and Bundang.

Many people tend to gather at Gangnam Subway Station, as the location is geographically and commercially suitable as a meeting point for social gatherings, events, or personal engagements. Hence, during the weekdays it is usually crowded in the evenings while on weekends, areas around Gangnam Subway Station exit numbers 10 and 11, as well as City Theatre, and Giordano are often bustling with people. Visitors travel to Gangnam to take advantage of its convenient transportation, fashion malls, movie theatres, and bookstores.

Gangnam-gu Office operates Gangnam Tourist Information Center to offer tourist information to international and domestic visitors and hands-on activities related to tourism. Also, the center operates Medical Tour Center which introduces Gangnam-gu’s specializing hospitals and medical treatment as well as Hallyu Experience Hall.

Dasipium Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (다시피움성형외과의원)

Dasipium Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (다시피움성형외과의원)

1.2Km    2024-06-27

9, Seocho-daero 73-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Choi Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (초이성형외과)

Choi Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (초이성형외과)

1.2Km    2024-06-27

543, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 선릉과정릉) [유네스코 세계유산]

1.2Km    2024-07-05

1 Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-568-1291

Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs are located near COEX in Gangnam. It comprises two tombs: Seolleung Royal Tomb, which houses the remains of King Seongjong (1457-1495, r. 1470-1495) and his wife Queen Jeonghyeon (1462-1530) of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), and Jeongneung Royal Tomb, which houses King Jungjong (1488-1544, r. 1506-1544), Seongjong’s son. The Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs History Center details the historical significance of the tomb, while the complex also serves as a park within the city.

Little & Much (리틀앤머치)

Little & Much (리틀앤머치)

1.2Km    2019-01-28

49, Hakdong-ro 56-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Little & Much is a dessert cafe that offers flavorful desserts operated by a married patiserrie couple. A variety of cakes are available along with coffees and teas.

Olive Young - Gangnam Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강남중앙)

Olive Young - Gangnam Center Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 강남중앙)

1.2Km    2024-04-22

372, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Collect - Samsung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (콜렉트 삼성)

Collect - Samsung Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (콜렉트 삼성)

1.2Km    2024-04-19

B1F, 11, Seocho-daero 74-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Whoo (后) SPA (후(后)스파)

Whoo (后) SPA (후(后)스파)

1.3Km    2017-07-22

52, Hakdong-ro 21-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Whoo SPA is loved by celebrities throughout Asia. The spa uses advanced spa facilities and techniques for a powerful and peaceful healing experience. The treatments range from targeted areas to full body. Each treatment package comes with an expert spa therapist and a 1:1 spa consultation to provide the best service for each individual. Homecare samples may also be given for certain after-service treatments.

Na-Medi [Tax Refund Shop] (나를위한 산부인과의원)

Na-Medi [Tax Refund Shop] (나를위한 산부인과의원)

1.3Km    2024-06-26

364, Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Aevc Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (아베크성형외과)

Aevc Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (아베크성형외과)

1.3Km    2024-06-26

557, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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