Anam-dong, Seoul

Name: Anam-dong
Address: Seoul, South Korea

#223 among attractions in Seoul

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Anam-dong is a dong, neighbourhood of Seongbuk-gu in Seoul, South Korea. ()

Alternative names: Area: 0.51 mi²Coordinates: 37°35'10"N, 127°1'16"E

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성북구 (안암동)Seoul South Korea

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Anam-dong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Naksan, Fortress Wall of Seoul, Dongmyo, Hyehwamun.

0.8 miSW
Park
Naksan, Seoul
22 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Seoul, South Korea, lies Naksan Park, an urban haven that offers a serene escape from the city's frenetic pace. This park, known for its scenic beauty and historical significance, is a cherished green space in the heart of the...
1.1 miSW
City wall, History museum, Museum
Fortress Wall of Seoul, Seoul
29 min walk • The Fortress Wall of Seoul, or literally the Seoul City Wall is a series of walls made of stone, wood and other materials, built to protect the city of Seoul against invaders. The wall was first built in 1396 to defend and show the boundaries of the city, surrounding Hanyang in the Joseon Dynasty. At that time, it was called Hansung.
0.9 miS
Park, Historical place
Dongmyo, Seoul
24 min walk • Dongmyo is a shrine in metropolitan Seoul built in honour of the 3rd century Chinese military commander, Guan Yu. The Joseon government embarked on construction in 1599 and completed the work in 1601. The Wanli Emperor of Ming provided funds for construction of the shrine, along with a plaque with his own calligraphy.
0.9 miW
City gate, Historical place, Trail
Hyehwamun, Seoul
24 min walk • Hyehwamun is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Dongsomun.
1 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Lock Museum, Seoul
25 min walk • The Lock Museum is a private museum in Seoul, South Korea. It is directed by Mr. Hongkyu Choi.
1.1 miW
Park
Marronnier Park, Seoul
27 min walk • Marronnier Park is a park in the Daehangno district of Seoul.
0.9 miE
Shopping, Market
Gyeongdong Market, Seoul
24 min walk • Gyeongdong Market or Kyungdong Market, located in Dongdaemun District, Seoul, is one of the largest herbal medicine and ginseng markets of South Korea.
0.8 miNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Korea University Museum, Seoul
21 min walk • Korea University Museum, commonly called The University Museum, is a history, archaeology, and art museum that is part of the Korea University in Seoul, South...
1 miSW
Museum
Seoul City Wall Museum, Seoul
25 min walk • The Seoul City Wall Museum is a museum in Jongno-5.6 ga Subdistrict, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea.
1.2 miS
Shopping, Market
Hwanghak-dong Flea Market, Seoul
31 min walk • Hwanghak-dong Flea Market is a market located in the neighborhood of Hwanghak-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea to sell second-hand goods.
0.7 miS
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Myogaksa, Seoul
19 min walk • Myogaksa Temple is a Korean Buddhist temple located in the heart of downtown Seoul, South Korea, in the Jongro District, nestled on the east side of Naksan Mountain. It houses the administrative headquarters of the Gwaneum Order of Korean Buddhism.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Anam-dong?

Nearby attractions include Seongbuk District, Seoul (8 min walk), Sungin-dong, Seoul (8 min walk), Dongseon-dong, Seoul (10 min walk), Sungshin Women's University, Seoul (10 min walk).

How to get to Anam-dong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Anam-dong:

Metro

Bomun • Lines: 6 (3 min walk)
안암 • Lines: 6 (12 min walk)

Light rail

Sungshin Women's University • Lines: W (14 min walk)
Sinseol-dong • Lines: W (18 min walk)

Train

Changsin (14 min walk)
Wolgok (40 min walk)

Bus

Donam Crossroad Sungshin Women's University Entrance • Lines: 106 (14 min walk)
Samseongyohanseong University • Lines: 106 (19 min walk)