WELLNESS IN KOREA
Wellness Tourism in Korea
Find Korea wellness travel ideas across healing, meditation, beauty, spa, nature, food and stay experiences.
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Faceline Plastic Surgery (페이스라인 성형외과의원)
(1st Floor, Wonbang Plaza), 838 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Faceline Plastic Surgery has operated with an accident-free record for 20 years, adhering to the motto "A place where I and my family can safely undergo plastic surgery". The medical team at Faceline Plastic Surgery includes Dr. Lee Tae-Hee and Dr. Lee Jin-Su, both alumni of Seoul National University College of Medicine, alongside Dr. Lee Shin-Jeong, a graduate of Seoul National University School of Dentistry. They have been working together since the clinic's establishment in Apgujeong in 2005. They regularly present their accumulated clinical experience and expertise at international conferences and have showcased numerous surgical cases through various makeover programs. Clients of Faceline Plastic Surgery demonstrate unwavering trust over the years, returning for additional procedures. For instance, a client who underwent facial contouring surgery may return for a face lift after 10 years, or a child of a patient who had double jaw surgery might seek similar treatment 20 years later. Similarly, a parent of a patient who had ophthalmoplasty might return for upper blepharoplasty surgery. In this manner, Faceline Plastic Surgery maintains long-term relationships based on client trust and satisfaction, continuously providing high-quality medical services. The clinic guarantees optimal results based on its extensive experience and skills accumulated over the years.
Fastlane Inc.(YEOTI) (㈜패스트레인(여신티켓))
(10th Floor), 423 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Founded in 2016, Fastlane operates under the motto "Everyone deserves a chance to be beautiful." In 2017, the company officially launched the K-beauty medical platform YEOTI, which has rapidly transitioned the traditionally offline-focused dermatological aesthetic procedures into an online environment. YEOTI is a rapidly growing platform that addresses the information asymmetry in the dermatology treatment market. It allows users to search for dermatological treatment information and reviews based on their mobile location, and to conveniently book appointments and make payments through the app. Fastlane also pioneered the introduction of a safety care service for managing potential side effects, applicable to international tourists, marking a significant innovation in the market. For international medical tourists, the 'YEOTI Global' version provides multilingual support (in English, Chinese, and Japanese), enabling easy booking, consultation, and payment options.
First Eye Clinic (퍼스트안과의원)
6th–7th Floors, Eungwa & Medical Building, 5 Gudeok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
Good Ideas for Your Eyes First eye department for your eye health. There are many places where vision correction surgery is performed, such as LASIK and LASEK. However, there are few ophthalmologists that can properly treat eye diseases such as retinal, glaucoma, cataract, and childhood progressive myopia. First Eye Clinic has increased treatment safety and precision by utilizing university hospital-level advanced equipment by medical staff with extensive experience and know-how in surgery for severe eye diseases.
First Samsung Eye Center (퍼스트삼성안과의원)
5F, 22 Seocho-daero 78-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
First Samsung Eye Center's medical staff consistently conducts research and academic activities. They publish papers in international academic journals each year, and they are committed to providing quality medical services to customers. The medical staff members have such outstanding skills that they perform surgeries that other ophthalmology clinics find challenging. With over 100,000 surgical cases for the past 20 years, including cataract surgery, vision correction, and retinal surgery, the medical staff at First Samsung Eye Center provides safe surgeries without side effects and high-quality vision results. The clinic has the latest equipment that allows examinations and surgeries of all ocular diseases. It accurately diagnoses patients' eye conditions and manages the process from pre-surgery examinations to post-surgery care.
Forest Resom Have9 Wellness Spa (포레스트 리솜 해브나인 웰니스 스파)
365 Geumbong-ro, Baegun-myeon, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
Forest Resom Have9 Wellness Spa is in Baegun-myeon, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do. Its Healing Spa Zone has the Bade (meaning bathing) Pool offering various hydro-massages for different acupressure points; the Water Energy Spa; and the Sasang Constitutional Spa. The Aqua Play Zone is a children's pool where parents and children can have fun together. There are slides for children, a lazy river, and a beach pool. The Outdoor Spa Zone is equipped with various facilities, including the Infinity Pool where visitors can enjoy the outdoors while surrounded by the forest.
Forever Plastic Surgery (포에버성형외과의원)
(5th Floor, Patio9), 742 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Forever Plastic Surgery Gangnam is located near Hakdong Station on Subway Line 7 (Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam). You can receive all cosmetic surgeries and procedures including facelifts, skin care, obesity, hair transplant, and non-surgical cosmetic procedures in one place. Our 8 medical staff with about 30 employees specializes in both dermatology and plastic surgeries. We can provide services in English, Chinese, Russian, and Japanese. With various procedures and laser equipment, we will guide you to the most suitable method according to your condition or recovery period. Feel free to visit and receive consultation without any fee. In addition, we issue a reimbursement slip for refund at the airport refund counter.
Frientrip Co., Ltd. (주식회사 프렌트립)
#G704, HEYGROUND, 115 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Frientrip is a wellness-based medical tourism service that integrates travel with personalized health management. It partners with certified medical institutions and trusted wellness providers to offer a seamless journey that combines check-ups, beauty and healthcare programs, and recovery experiences. KareTrip enables customers to conveniently schedule medical services while enjoying travel, providing tailored itineraries and on-site support as a comprehensive end-to-end service.
Funtour Inc. (주식회사 재미난투어)
(#803), 35 Centum dong-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Fun Tour enhances your travel experience, making it more special and enjoyable. Based in Busan, Fun Tour offers a variety of themed travel packages across Korea, including Seoul and Jeju, and designs customized trips tailored to your preferences and needs. As a registered foreign patient attraction operator, Fun Tour combines medical services with tourism to provide a unique experience where you can enjoy both health and pleasure. Leveraging our long-term experience and partnerships with major hospitals, Fun Tour has established itself as a reliable travel partner, certified by the government as a specialist travel agency for China. We prioritize customer satisfaction and are committed to creating memorable and special experiences for you.
Gachon University Gil Medical Center (의료법인 길의료재단 길병원)
21, 774 Beon-gil, Namdong-daero, Namdong-gu, Incheon
Gachon University Gil Medical Center is a major tertiary hospital located closest to Incheon International Airport. With 1,400 beds across 31 medical departments, it operates specialized centers such as the Main Building, Cancer Center, Emergency Center, Women's Cancer Center, and Cardiovascular Center. It achieved top national rankings in the Ministry of Health and Welfare's Medical Institution Quality Evaluation and the appropriateness evaluations in various areas such as cancer, cardiovascular, and emergency critical care. As one of Korea's top three research-oriented hospitals, particularly in fields like brain science and cancer diabetes research, it demonstrates global competitiveness. Furthermore, its resident coordinators who speak English, Russian, Mongolian, and Chinese provide interpretation services to ensure safe and convenient medical care for foreign patients.
Galaxy Plastic Surgery (갤럭시성형외과)
(9th Floor, Noblesse Tower), 1 Seomyeon-ro 68beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
Our lead plastic surgeon, with 26 years of experience, brings a deep understanding of plastic surgery and extensive clinical expertise to every procedure. Exceptional teamwork between the surgeon, operating team, and nursing staff ensures outstanding results built on mutual confidence and trust. We provide a comfortable and secure treatment environment, supported by a systematic approach that covers every stage—from consultation and surgery to post-care. To ensure patient safety and eliminate any concerns about unauthorized surgeries, we prioritize transparency with CCTV monitoring throughout the facility. Our hospital offers specialized, intensive care for each treatment by dedicating different floors to the petit procedure and plastic surgery centers, creating a focused and efficient environment. With four specialized medical staff members in each area, scheduling, consultations, procedures, and surgeries are smooth and tailored to meet each patient's individual needs. We offer a comprehensive range of treatments, including fillers, Botox, lifting lasers, surgical procedures, and skincare, ensuring a full spectrum of care. The facility is equipped with the latest mid- to large-sized medical equipment, such as full HD endoscopes and 3D-CT, to enhance the precision and effectiveness of treatments. For those interested in visualizing their results, we offer virtual plastic surgery simulations (Crisalix), allowing patients to preview potential changes to their face, chest, body, and skin.
Gang-dong Sea Water Spa (강동해수온천)
1418 Donghaean-ro, Buk-gu, Ulsan
Gang-dong Sea Water Spa is a hotspring that utilizes seawater from the sea in front of Jeongja, boiling it at temperatures exceeding 100°C, resulting in high salinity and excellent sterilizing effects. The facility offers a range of baths, including Iodine Bath, Cold Seawater Bath, Hot Seawater Bath, and Trench Hot Bath. Renowned for the exceptional quality of its seawater, the hotspring attracts numerous visitors seeking its therapeutic benefits. The breathtaking view of the sea from the baths adds to the overall experience.
Ganghwa Haesoo Land (강화해수랜드)
13-12 Haeannam-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
Ganghwa Haesoo Land, established in 1992, is a comprehensive leisure facility that integrates a sauna with seawater baths. The sauna encompasses various facilities, including red clay sauna, salt sauna, charcoal sauna, and steam sauna. The seawater baths utilize mineral-rich seawater sourced from 560 meters underground. Complementing these features, the facility offers additional amenities such as a swimming pool, outdoor concert hall, and a café.
Gangnam 365 Dental Clinic (강남365치과의원)
5th Floor, Honestar Mall, 157 Songdogukje-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
Gangnam 365 Dental Clinic aims to maximize patient satisfaction through collaborative treatment by 10 medical professionals from different specialties. The clinic has a pleasant 2,645-square-meter treatment facility and uses the latest medical equipment, including 3D CT and Morpheus. The entire clinical staff is composed of dental hygienists. The Chief Director has personally performed more than 30,000 implant placements. From 2019 to 2022, the clinic was ranked as the leading implant specialist in the Incheon–Gyeonggi region for four consecutive years. And for five consecutive years, it received the "Best Brand" award for the implant category at the Korea Health Industry Awards.
Gangnam Arumdaun Nara Beauty Clinic (강남 아름다운나라 피부과)
(12th Floor), 390 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Gangnam Arumdaun Nara Beauty Clinic has been at the forefront of Thermage technology, starting with the first-generation Thermacool in 2003, followed by the second-generation Thermage NXT, third-generation Thermage CPT, and the fourth-generation Thermage FLX. The medical team at Gangnam Arumdaun Nara Beauty Clinic has published eight SCI-level papers related to Thermage, accounting for 10% of all Thermage-related research worldwide. The clinic's expertise in achieving effective lifting results without skin damage is due to continuous research and the skilled medical team. The clinic offers its own skincare brand, Arumdaun Nara Cosmetics.
Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic (강남브랜드안과)
2F-3F, 32 Sijang-ro, Bupyeong-gu, Incheon
Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic puts the highest priority on safety. Its chief director directly cares for the entire clinical process from surgery to post-surgery progress, to treatment. The clinic develops individualized treatment plans to generate the optimal outcome; and providing patients with a convenient service is its top priority.The clinic introduced the fifth-generation SMILE LASIK equipment for the first time in Incheon. In 2024, Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic was recognized for its excellence in SCHWIND ATOS, based on numerous cases and research, to become the first SMILE LASIK training institute in Korea.The medical staff at Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic receives advice on SMILE LASIK and shares medical knowledge through continuous global exchanges with SCHWIND headquarters, in addition to teaching and training medical staff. The clinic takes a double verification process through its collaborative care system to achieve optimal results. It is making sincere efforts so patients can see and remember cherished and beautiful moments more clearly.
Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic (강남브랜드안과의원)
3F & 8F-9F, 519 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic provides precise examinations, accurate diagnosis, and the highest quality medical services by leveraging cutting-edge equipment and advanced technology. It prioritizes safety by adhering to ethical principles and consistently strives for the best without taking shortcuts. The clinic has established a global presence, attracting renowned figures worldwide, including Presidents of foreign countries and National Assembly members. In 2024, Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic was recognized for its excellence in SCHWIND ATOS, based on numerous cases and research, to become the first SMILE LASIK training institute in Korea. The medical staff at Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic is committed, with a sense of duty, to helping more people gain clear and bright vision through continuous SMILE LASIK research, as well as through teaching and training. The clinic takes a double verification process through its collaborative care system to achieve optimal results.
Plan a slower Korea trip
Wellness travel is useful when visitors want rest, quiet places, gentle activities and trip pacing that feels restorative.
Wellness themes
The public wellness tourism source covers healing, meditation, beauty, spa, nature-based wellness, food and stay information.
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization, Public Data Portal (https://www.data.go.kr/).