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National Library of Korea
국립중앙도서관
Library · Seocho-gu
The national library with Korea's largest collection. With just an ID you get a day of free access to vast materials and comfortable reading rooms.
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Nearby in Seocho-gu
Banpo Sports Complex Badminton Courts
₩1,000Sports facility · Sinbanpo Stn. (Line 9)
Outdoor badminton courts in Seocho-gu. 5 courts.
Seoripul Park (Montmartre Park)
FreePark · Seocho Stn. (Line 2)
A thickly wooded free trail in the heart of Seocho. Cross Nuedari Bridge for a 3km walk through to Montmartre Park.
Seocho-gu Bangbae Forest Environment Library
FreeLibrary · Naebang Stn. (Line 7)
Public library in Seocho-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Seocho-gu Banpo Public Library
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A quiet district library near Banpo and the Express Bus Terminal. The spacious reading room is a good refuge from heat and cold.
Seocho Community Sports Center
₩3,300Sports facility · Gubanpo Stn. (Line 9)
Public indoor pool in Seocho-gu. Six-lane 25m adult pool and a three-lane toddler pool. Open swim is 3,300 won per session. Open swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Bangbae Open Culture Center
₩3,300Sports facility · Naebang Stn. (Line 7)
Public indoor pool in Seocho-gu with a five-lane 25m adult pool. Open swim costs 3,300 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
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