A City Walk Starting from Seonjeongneung

In the heart of Gangnam, Seoul, there’s a neighborhood where you can catch your breath amidst the busy city life. Episode CONVENI Seonjeongneung, recently opened near Seonjeongneung Station, is nestled in a district that offers a rare sense of calm. Here, nature, culture, and a refined urban lifestyle coexist—making it more than just a place to live. It’s a neighborhood that inspires your everyday life.

Today, we’re introducing a few local gems you can easily visit on foot or with a cup of coffee in hand, all centered around Episode CONVENI Seonjeongneung.

🌿 Seolleung and Jeongneung

Address: 1, Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Closed on Mondays
Admission: KRW 1,000 per person

This royal tomb site is where King Seongjong (the 9th king of Joseon), his second queen Jeonghyeon, and King Jungjong (the 11th king) are laid to rest. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009, it offers a rare patch of greenery in the middle of Gangnam’s business district. Surrounded by high-rise buildings, the scenery feels both surreal and harmonious. It’s a perfect spot for a peaceful walk during the autumn foliage season.

☕ Edvit Coffee

Address: 1F, 41, Bongeunsa-ro 68-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30–20:00 / Sat–Sun 12:00–19:00

This cafe shows its passion for coffee with a roasting machine tucked in one corner. The large windows offer a calming view of Seonjeongneung, making it an ideal place to enjoy a book and a cup of coffee. Takeout orders receive a KRW 1,000 discount, perfect for grabbing a drink and walking along the green walls of Seolleung and Jeongneung just across the street.

🔥 Magma Coffee

Address: 1F, 750, Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–16:00 / Closed on weekends

Magma Coffee specializes in specialty brews and offers a range of signature drinks. The cafe is run by co-founders who are not only international coffee competition judges but also coffee hunters who travel to origin farms. You’ll find beans, drip bags, capsules, and curated merchandise here—making it a must-visit for coffee lovers.

📚 Choi In-A Bookstore

Address: 4F, 521, Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Hours: Mon–Fri, Sun 12:00–19:00 / Sat 13:30–19:00

A space that blends a cafe and bookstore, this place is more than just shelves of books. The staff curates selections based on real-life questions like “How to become a better leader” or “Books for those navigating their 40s.” You can enjoy a discount on drinks with book purchases, but browsing and reading without buying is also welcome.

🍜 Katomen

Address: 1F, 39, Samseong-ro 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Hours: Mon–Fri 11:00–20:30 / Sat–Sun 11:00–15:30

Katomen is a ramen shop that focuses solely on tomato ramen. Its thick, tomato-rich broth is both comforting and refreshing—making it a popular hangover cure among office workers. You can customize your bowl with cheese and choose from fresh noodles, konjac noodles, or udon. Side dishes like dumplings and croquettes are affordably priced.

From the serenity of Seonjeongneung to stylish cafes, thoughtful bookstores, and flavorful eateries—this neighborhood is full of places that enrich your everyday life. Start your urban lifestyle here, and discover how much better daily living can be with BetterLiving!