Bamseom Island (Ecosystem Conservation Area) (밤섬 생태경관 보전지역)

10.5Km 2025-04-29

Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0793

Located at the Hangang River, Bamseom Island derives its name from its chestnut-like shape (bam in Korean). The island was designated as an Ecosystem Conservation Area by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in 1999 and was later recognized as Ramsar Wetland in 2012. Now an uninhabited island, Bamseom Island was once home to around 443 people, who were relocated after the island was exploded as part of the Yeouido Development Project. Today, it is known as a habitat for numerous migratory birds and plant species. People can enjoy views of the Island from Bamseom Park.

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

10.5Km 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.

Olive Young - Yeouido Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 여의도역)

10.5Km 2024-04-16

61, Yeouinaru-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

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Converse [Tax Refund Shop] (컨버스)

10.5Km 2024-04-19

142, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Wang Thai (왕타이)

10.5Km 2021-05-14

151, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-749-2746

Wang Thai serves authentic Thai food with over 100 menus by professional Thai chefs. The restaurant offers about 80 seats with Thai decorations, giving off an exotic atmosphere. The restaurant earned the Thai Select, a certificate of authentic Thai cuisine given out by the Thailand Government.

ABC-Mart - NC Gangseo Store Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 NC 강서점)

10.5Km 2024-04-18

17, Gangseo-ro 56-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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ER NC Department Store - Gangseo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ER NC백화점 강서)

10.5Km 2024-04-23

17, Gangseo-ro 56-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Gimbap Nara (김밥나라)

10.5Km 2021-03-18

53, Hangang-daero Yongsan-gu Seoul
+82-2-796-1439

This Korean cuisine is located near Yongsan Station, Seoul. The representative menu is gimbap. You can eat a variety of Korean dishes served fast without hurting your wallet.

Durga - Yeoido Branch (두르가 여의도)

10.5Km 2021-03-27

37, Gukjegeumyung-ro 2-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-785-4786

It is a restaurant specializing in Indian and Nepalese dishes, serving more than 13 curries and various Indian dishes. This Indian (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is curry.

Hangang Paradise (한강파라다이스)

10.5Km 2024-03-25

252 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-447-3333

Hangang Paradise is a renowned Italian restaurant nestled in Yeouido Hangang Park. It offers a diverse menu featuring items such as steak, pizza, dongaseu (pork cutlet), and bulgogi deopbap (stir-fried bulgogi served with rice), with the tenderloin steak being the standout dish. Guests can savor their meals while enjoying the picturesque views of the Hangang River. Additionally, Hangang Paradise operates a quay for duck boats, adding to its allure as a favored destination for those visiting the Hangang River area.

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