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Address
176, Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul 서울특별시 서초구 신반포로 176 (반포동)
Type / Products
Shops/Malls / Varies by store
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-6282-0114
Introduction
Central City, located in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, is a high-end lifestyle cultural complex that is often thought of as “a city in the city.” Main landmarks at the complex are Shinsegae Department Store, Marriott Hotel, Central Park, and Millennium Hall, which is mainly used as a venue for weddings and other large events. Convenient facilities include banks, hospitals, investment banks, a post office and a large parking lot.
The Central City building is not only praised for its advanced architecture, but has also become a popular hangout spot for Korean youths. In particular, Marquis Plaza (a high-end luxury shopping mall), Synnara Record music store, Youngpoong Bookstore, Central 6 (a multiplex theater), and a high-tech arcade attract the younger generation, especially on the weekends.
The entire area of Central City measures 430,000㎡ (approximately 130,000 pyeong), and is considered one of the largest single buildings in the country. Over 200,000 people pass through Central City each day as it is a connected to the Express Bus Terminal Station and the Express Bus Terminal.
- Central Park (Central Terminal – other than Honam Line)
A transportation hub connecting to nationwide express bus lines and subway lines 3, 7, and 9. Automated ticket vendors, ARS reservation services, and other convenient facilities available.
* JW Marriott Hotel
JW Marriott is a super deluxe hotel operated by Marriott International Inc., one of the world’s largest U.S. hotel conglomerates.
* Marquis Thermal Spa & Fitness Club
Marquis Fitness Club is a super-sized sports center which spands over an area of 13,885㎡ (4,200 pyeong). The germanium mineral water comes from a 600 m deep aquifer, containing mineral content of 600 ppm, one of the highest mineral concentrations in the nation.
* Shinsegae Dept. Store
Shinsegae Department Store Gangnam has a total area of 74,250㎡ (around 22,500 pyeong) with 4 basement floors and 10 aboveground floors. The central area is a glass-ceilinged atrium that stretches from the 1st floor to the 10th floor, letting in abundant natural light. Every corner of the department store is decorated with greenery, creating a natural atmosphere.
Parking Facilities
1,300 spaces * Parking fees - 2,000 for the first 30 min and additional 1,000 won for every 10 min afterwards
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Hot Springs/ Bath Houses/Spas/ Jjimjilbangs
Located in JW Marriott Hotel Seoul on B2, Marquis Thermal Spa offers various spa method using spring water and nature-friendly organic ingredients and well-bei...
The National Library of Korea (국립중앙도서관)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Libraries
The National Library of Korea is where numerous materials are collected and preserved. It currently holds approximately 4.3 million books and theses, with rough...
Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Architectural & Sculptural Highlights
Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain is installed along 570m on both sides of Banpodaegyo Bridge, with 380 nozzles spraying water from the river below out into a beaut...
Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Seasides/ Beaches/ Islands
Banpo Seoraeseom Island is an artificial island built in the mid-1980s. Located in Banpo-jigu District by the Hangang riverside, the island is connected to Hang...
Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Parks
Banpo Hangang Park is located on the southern side of the river centering on Banpo Bridge (Jamsu Bridge) between Hamnam Bridge (upstream) and Dongjak Bridge (do...
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Tourist Hotel
The JW Marriott Seoul is an upscale brand hotel operated by Marriott International, the world's largest operator and franchiser of a broad portfolio of hotels a...
Sheraton Seoul Palace Gangnam Hotel (쉐라톤 서울 팔래스 강남)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Tourist Hotel
Sheraton Seoul Palace Gangnam Hotel was the first Seraton hotel located in Gangnam, Seoul's center of business and culture. Being located nearby Gangnam Express...
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Bars/ Cafes/ Clubs
Max Brenner is a New York based franchise chocolate shop well-known among chocolate aficionados. A wide variety of menus is offered including desserts using cho...
Tombola (톰볼라)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Western Food
Located in Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Tombola is an Italian restaurant with a cozy atmosphere and rustic cuisine. The restaurant’s relaxed, yet vibrant atmosphere m...
Shinsegae Department Store - Gangnam Branch (신세계백화점 (강남점))
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Department Stores
The Shinsegae Department Store is a 10-story building (B1 – 9F) that is directly connected to the Express Bus Terminal, the JW Marriot Hotel, a movie theater, a...
Express Bus Terminal Wholesale Flower Market (고속터미널 꽃도매상가)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Shops/Malls
Express Bus Terminal Wholesale Flower Market is located on the third floor of the Gyeongbuseon area in Express Bus Terminal, Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul-si. Th...
Famille Station (파미에스테이션)
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Shops/Malls
Famille Station is comprised of three floors: nationally and internationally tasty restaurants on the first floor, and beauty salons and cafes on the second and...
Region : Seocho-gu Seoul
Type : Shops/Malls
Gangnam Terminal Underground Shopping Center is often called "Goto mall" in short, and is connected to one of the major subway transfer stations at which Seoul ...