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Daejanggeum (대장금)

4.2Km    2024-11-29

300, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3213-4534

Daejanggeum serves traditional Korea meals, reinterpreting royal dishes from the Joseon dynasty. Daejanggeum faithfully uses only the best local ingredients to make all their food, from the soybeans used for soy sauce and soybean paste, to kimchi. In addition to the food, guests can enjoy dining with lacquerware from Korea's Holder of Intangible Heritage, Mr. Yi Jin-ho, and forged works by 5th generation blacksmith, Cha Ingyu.

Lotte World Aquarium (롯데월드 아쿠아리움)

Lotte World Aquarium (롯데월드 아쿠아리움)

4.2Km    2024-03-12

B1, 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Lotte World Aquarium, located in Lotte World Mall, is an aquarium that replicates the marine ecosystems of the world's five oceans. It exhibits over 55,000 marine animals of 650 species. It features a Marine Eco Hall, an Amazon River Hall, and a Penguin Hall. Visitors can participate in various programs such as feeding sessions for different animals including penguins and jellyfish touch experiences, allowing them to get up close with marine life.

Lotte World Tower SEOUL SKY (롯데월드타워 서울스카이)

4.2Km    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.

Innisfree - Konkuk Univ. Green Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 건대그린)

Innisfree - Konkuk Univ. Green Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 건대그린)

4.2Km    2024-04-18

1F, 127, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Seongsunoru (성수노루)

Seongsunoru (성수노루)

4.3Km    2025-05-07

110 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Seongsunoru is a hanu grilled gopchang (Korean beef small intestines) restaurant. The meat is grilled by staff, ensuring crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Besides grilled gopchang, the restaurant also offers a variety of menu items using Korean beef daechang (large intestines) and makchang (tripe) as the main ingredient. Popular add-ons and side dishes include yukhoe (beef tartare), cheese fried rice, kimchi noodles, and soft bean curd jjigae. The restaurant is equipped with a parking lot and has a corkage fee system.

River City Water Ski Resort (리버시티수상스키장)

4.3Km    2024-11-06

37-53 Apgujeong-ro 11-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Jamwon District 1 in Hangang Park

In 'I Live Alone', it is none other than the Hangang River where SHINee's Key and Minho enjoyed water skiing and 'Pangpang' boat. Necessary equipment can be rented, and water skiing and wakeboarding lessons are also offered, so even beginners can visit without any hesitation. Above all, the most attractive thing is that you can enjoy water sports in downtown Seoul without having to go far. There are shower rooms and changing rooms, as well as a Ramyeon making machine. There is no better delicacy than eating freshly boiled Ramyeon while drying your wet hair after playing in the water.

Seongsu-dong Handmade Shoes Street (성수동 수제화거리)

Seongsu-dong Handmade Shoes Street (성수동 수제화거리)

4.3Km    2025-03-15

15, Yeonmujang 7-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Handmade shoe manufacturers began to gather in the 1970s to form a street and make history. Today, there are some 350 handmade shoe manufacturers, 100 intermediate processing and raw materials companies, and new cafes with unique vibes opening up one after another. Thanks to its vintage appeal, many people visit on dates and to take cool photos.

Olive Young - Seongdong Seongsu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 성동성수)

Olive Young - Seongdong Seongsu Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 성동성수)

4.3Km    2024-04-17

#101, and #102, 47, Seongsuil-ro 6-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 건대)

Olive Young - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 건대)

4.3Km    2024-04-17

133, Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Amore Seongsu (아모레 성수)

4.3Km    2024-01-05

7 Achasan-ro 11-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Amore Seongsu is an experiential store presented by the cosmetics brand Amorepacific Corporation. The building was renovated from an old car repair shop and presents a unique vibe. Visitors can test products on their skin and purchase products from over 30 brands released by Amorepacific Corporation. Recommended items include the Puzzlewood Hand Cream and Vegan Brush, made using a vegan recipe and a certified-vegan. A pop-up store is operated every month in collaboration with brands from various fields worldwide, providing trendy and extraordinary experiences such as exhibitions and product testing.