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Lotte World Tower SEOUL SKY (롯데월드타워 서울스카이)

13.8Km    2024-11-28

300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-1661-2000

SEOUL SKY is located on floors 117-123 of Lotte World Tower, the nation's tallest and the world's fifth tallest building. The observatory offers a panoramic view of the entire capital city, beautiful both day and night. SEOUL SKY is comprised of an exhibition zone, observation deck, sky deck, dessert cafe, sky terrace, lounge, and more.

To get to Seoul Sky, visitors have to take the Sky Shuttle, a double-deck elevator that reaches a speed of 600 meters per minute. The one-minute ride feels quite short while watching the videos playing on the walls and ceiling. While waiting for the elevator up, visitors can enjoy art in the exhibition zone in basement levels 1-2. The exhibition includes artwork displaying the history, culture, and pride of Korea's foundation and success over the centuries. Visitors can also purchase Seoul Sky merchandise from the gift shop to remember their trip or give as a souvenir.

The observation deck has two story-high glass windows for an uninterrupted view. The Sky Deck, located at 478 meters, holds the Guinness World Record as the highest glass-floored observatory in the world. On days when visibility is limited, visitors can still enjoy a clear sky through the Sky Theater. The 120 floor holds the Sky Terrace, open to the elements.

Visitors looking for refreshments can enjoy the one-of-a-kind menu served at the dessert cafe Sky Friends Cafe on level 119, or refreshing wine sold at the premium lounge on floor 123. This cozy space is the highest lounge in Seoul and is perfect for taking in the view in a relaxing ambiance.

Nungin Sunwon (능인선원)

Nungin Sunwon (능인선원)

13.8Km    2024-03-20

340 Yangjae-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Nungin Sunwon, nestled at the base of Guryongsan Mountain, is named after another name of Buddha, Sakyamuni, signifying "the one who skillfully educates and benefits others." This temple complex includes several key structures: the Daeungjeon Hall, the Dharma Hall, the Gwaneumjeon Hall, and the resplendent Great Bhaisajyaguru, known for its golden glow. Additionally, the site houses a Buddhist university, providing a range of programs that cover basic to advanced Buddhist studies.

Olive Young - Sinbanghwa Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신방화역)

Olive Young - Sinbanghwa Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신방화역)

13.8Km    2024-04-22

#121, and #122, 294, Banghwa-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Homeplus Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스금천)

Olive Young - Homeplus Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스금천)

13.8Km    2024-04-18

1F, 391, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Homeplus - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 금천)

Homeplus - Geumcheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 금천)

13.8Km    2024-04-18

391, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

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Cafe Unt (카페언트)

Cafe Unt (카페언트)

13.8Km    2023-10-24

97, Namtaeryeongyet-gil, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Cafe Unt serves excellent handmade cheesecake in a residential district in Gwacheon-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. In addition to its signature menu, handmade cheesecake, it also offers scones, basil sandwiches, jambon beurre, and soup, along with beverages like coffee, latte, tea, and ade. The view of the forest beyond the window gives the interior space an art gallery-like atmosphere. The underground floor also has a wide space with a high ceiling, so one can enjoy a comfortable stay there with a cup of coffee.

Goseong Makguksu (고성막국수)

Goseong Makguksu (고성막국수)

13.8Km    2021-03-26

6-7, Banghwa-daero 49-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2665-1205

It is a delicious Makguksu restaurant featured in a TV gourmet program. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangseo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is buckwheat noodles with Radish Water Kimchi.

National Women's History Exhibition Hall (국립여성사전시관)

13.8Km    2021-09-23

50, Hwajung-ro 104beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-819-2288

The National Women’s History Exhibition Hall opened on December 9, 2002 in Daebang-dong, Seoul, but was moved to its current location in Goyang, Gyeonggi-do on September 1, 2014. The hall uses both traditional display techniques as well as creative media art to showcase the history and culture of women in Korea. The exhibition hall aims to give women their rightful place in Korean history, in addition to enhancing women’s sense of pride and expand gender equality through various activities, including public education programs and special exhibitions.

Novotel Ambassador Doksan (노보텔 앰배서더 독산)

13.9Km    2021-02-05

378, Siheung-daero, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul
+82-2-838-1101

Novotel Ambassador Doksan is located between downtown Seoul and Gimpo International Airport with convenient transportation to Incheon International Airport. The business hotel has various types of guestrooms as well as an executive lounge, business center, fitness center, swimming pool and more. The hotel takes great pride in its banquet halls, reception halls, and conference halls. For the convenience of guests, the hotel also features restaurants, a shopping arcade, and a parking lot with space for up to 253 vehicles.

Autumn and Winter of the Lake and the Luminaries (호수의 가을과 겨울,그리고 루미나리에)

Autumn and Winter of the Lake and the Luminaries (호수의 가을과 겨울,그리고 루미나리에)

13.9Km    2024-11-21

206 Songpanaru-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2147-2110

The 2024 Autumn and Winter of the Lake and the Luminaries Festival is held with a theme of "Dream, Universe & Love." The Luminaries Festival, a repesentative festival of Songpa-gu during autumn and winter, lights up  the areas of Seokchonhosu Lake with illuminations, photo zones and more. Various events and performances are planned throughout the festival for visitors to enjoy.