Nam June Paik Memorial House

Sports facility · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)

Public indoor pool in Jongno-gu. Open swim 6,050 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.

Library · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)

Public library in Jongno-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.

Museum · Dongdaemun Stn. (Lines 1, 4)

Set in Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park, the Seoul City Wall Museum covers the history and culture of the city wall from the Joseon period to today, with permanent and special exhibition halls, an archive and a study room. The Seoul City Wall

Park · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)

A park on Dongmangsan in Sungin-dong, Jongno-gu, also known as Dongmangsan Park. Covering 45,615 sq m, it is a nature-friendly space where residents rest, stroll and take light exercise. Inside are a pavilion and exercise

Library · Sinseol-dong Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)

A hanok library built reusing some 3,000 roof tiles salvaged from the Donuimun New Town demolition, tucked into a Sungin-dong alley near Sinseol-dong Station.

Park · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)

A hilltop park along the Seoul City Wall trail, known for city night views and sunsets. Carry water for the climb.

Jongno-gu · Anguk Stn. (Line 3) Exit 1

Samcheong-dong's flagship contemporary art museum. Time your visit for Culture Day or Wednesday and Saturday evenings and it's free.

Jung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

A municipal art museum preserving the facade of the old Supreme Court. On the Deoksugung stone wall walking route, with free permanent exhibitions.

Yongsan-gu · Hangangjin Stn. (Line 6) Exit 1

The Samsung Foundation of Culture's flagship museum. The best tip: see the traditional art permanent collection, full of national treasures, for free.

Gangdong-gu · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)

A multipurpose cultural venue inside Myeongil Neighbourhood Park. Combine free gallery shows with outdoor festivals.

Gangnam-gu · Cheongdam Stn. (Line 7) Exit 8, Apgujeong Rodeo Stn. (Suin-Bundang Line)

A free contemporary art space in a triangular building designed by Herzog & de Meuron. Part of the Cheongdam-dong gallery walk.