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Museum · Digital Media City Stn. (Line 6, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

Free museum covering 100 years of Korean cinema. The on-site film archive library screens classics at no charge.

Park · Hongik Univ. Stn. (Line 2, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

A 6.3 km linear park on a former railway. The Yeonnam-dong stretch, nicknamed Yeontral Park, strings together shade, lawns and cafes. Few drinking fountains, so bring water.

Culture space · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6) Exit 2

A cultural park converted from a former oil storage depot. Unusual walks between the giant tanks, free exhibitions and a lawn, with weekend markets and performances.

Historic site · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6) Exit 7

A Catholic martyrdom shrine on a hill overlooking the Han River. River views from the quiet garden and sculpture walk, close to Hapjeong and Hongdae.

Park · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6) + bus

Free. A huge 12,000 sq m floor fountain (mirror fountain) for cooling off. Pairs with camping and outings along the Han River.

Culture space · Digital Media City Stn. (Line 6, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

The permanent cinematheque of the national film archive. Korean classics, world masterpieces and special programmes screen free of charge year-round in two halls with 471 seats. The Korean Film Museum and film library in the same building are also free.

Art gallery

Nanji Residency is a residency support space for artists.

Culture space · Susaek Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

IT, the delightful technology that changes the world - IT reaches many people in many different forms.

Museum · Daeheung Stn. (Line 6)

Total floor area of 99.194 sq m, with a collection of some 1,500 objects. Opened on 2 February 1974.

Museum · Sinchon Stn. (Line 2)

The museum holds Lee Han-yeol's personal effects along with materials from the June 1987 Democracy Movement.

Historic site · Mangwon Stn. (Line 6)

National Registered Cultural Heritage No. 413 / Built in 1972.

Culture space · Gwangheungchang Stn. (Line 6)

A hanok cultural space just right of the Shrine of King Gongmin, Gwangheungdang runs a range of programs to highlight the value of traditional culture, along with local historical research and exhibitions and youth activities.

Museum · Hongik Univ. Stn. (Line 2, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

The museum's collection spans archaeological artifacts to modern and contemporary painting, sculpture and ceramics, with a focus on exhibitions, research and education.

Museum · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6)

A museum in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu commemorating Catholic martyrs, covering the Byeongin Persecution (1866

Museum · Mangwon Stn. (Line 6)

A space that remembers and teaches the history endured by surviving victims of the Japanese military's "comfort women" system and works toward resolving the issue of Japanese military sexual slavery. Even today it is happening

Park · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6)

Some 20 benches and other amenities line the paths between the graves, making this an ideal spot for a walk and quiet reflection, while the headstones introduce foreign figures who contributed to Korea's development and their stories. There are also trees more than a hundred years

Park · Susaek Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

Sangam Neighborhood Park sits at the heart of the Sangam housing development district, planned for 15,000 households and 43,000 residents, so it is easy to reach and heavily used. Completed on 27 September 2000, it has walking paths, an ecological pond...

Park · Gwangheungchang Stn. (Line 6)

Wausan, one of the Eight Views of Mapo (Usan mokjeok: the faint sound of herders' flutes drifting over Wausan), is shaped like a reclining cow. By geomantic lore, a great cow once shed its packsaddle at Muak and its bridle at Bukahyeon-dong 1

Library · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

A pleasant, large modern library with a free rooftop garden and cafe. Easy to combine with a trip to Haneul Park or Peace Park.

Park · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

A silver-grass hill reclaimed from a landfill, spectacular for autumn reeds, sunsets and night views. Almost no shade at the top, so a hat and water are essential in summer; Maengkkongi electric shuttles run up.

Park · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

A hillside park made for Han River sunsets. Lawns, tree shade and a campground make it great for picnics, with drinking fountains and toilets. The Maengkkongi electric shuttle makes the summit easy to reach.

Museum · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

Korea's first zero-energy public building, where the building itself is the solar and geothermal exhibit. Check eco-tour booking slots.

Park · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

Free. Kids can splash in the floor fountain at Peace Plaza. Combine with a trip to Haneul Park and Noeul Park.

Library · Gwangheungchang Stn. (Line 6)

Public library in Mapo-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.

Library · Hongik Univ. Stn. (Line 2, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

Public library in Mapo-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.

Library · Aeogae Stn. (Line 5)

Public library in Mapo-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.

Library · Daeheung Stn. (Line 6)

Public library in Mapo-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.

Study & youth space · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6)

A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.

Sports facility · Mapo-gu Office Stn. (Line 6)

Community gymnasium inside the Mapo Community Sports Center, with badminton and table tennis courts, a gym and a bowling alley. Fees vary by activity, so check before you go.

Sports facility · Mangwon Stn. (Line 6)

Free outdoor basketball court inside Mangwon Hangang Park. Two courts, No. 1 and No. 2, open 06:00–20:00. Best to avoid slots booked by teams.

Sports facility · Sinchon Stn. (Line 2)

Public indoor pool in Mapo-gu. Adult pool (25 m) with 5 lanes plus a toddler pool. Open swim 8,000 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.

Sports facility · Daeheung Stn. (Line 6)

Public indoor pool in Mapo-gu. Adult pool (25 m × 13 m) with 6 lanes, toddler pool (9.2 m × 2.5 m) and warm pool (1.9 m × 2.5 m). Open swim 3,500 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.

Sports facility · Mapo-gu Office Stn. (Line 6)

Outdoor badminton courts in Mapo-gu. 516.6 m².

Sports facility · Sogang Univ. Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)

Outdoor badminton courts in Mapo-gu, with 9 courts.

Sports facility · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

Outdoor basketball court in Mapo-gu. 1 court.

Park · Digital Media City Stn. (Airport Railroad)

One of the five parks that make up World Cup Park. The lawn is wide and quiet, ideal for spreading out a picnic mat.

Sports facility · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)

A runners' base built inside the subway station. Use the changing rooms, lockers and washbasins for free, drop off your bag and head out for a run around Sangam.

Culture space · Hapjeong Stn. (Line 2)

A hub for young artists near Hongdae, with dance and music practice rooms and multipurpose spaces available to borrow for free.