Gangdong-gu Cheonho Library

Park · Amsa Stn. (Line 8)

In Cheonho-dong, Gangdong-gu, this park has an outdoor stage, a pond, a basketball court and other fitness facilities, and is popular for local leisure and as a resting spot for older residents.

Library · Gangdong Stn. (Line 5)

Gangdong-gu's flagship district library. Study or read all day for free in heated, air-conditioned reading rooms.

Library · Gangdong Stn. (Line 5)

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

Library · Gildong Stn. (Line 5)

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

Study & youth space · Cheonho Stn. (Lines 5, 8)

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

Library · Gubeundari Stn. (Line 5)

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

Jung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

A landmark right in front of Seoul Plaza. Known for its stepped bookshelves and glass-walled plaza views, with a rooftop and cafe for a break.

Gangnam-gu · Samseong Stn. (Line 2), Bongeunsa Stn. (Line 9)

Famous for its 13m-high shelves, this is a photo hotspot inside COEX Mall. Ideal escape from summer heat and winter cold, with plenty of seating.

Jongno-gu · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)

A campus-style library on the Bukchon hillside. A healing spot where you can picnic on garden benches among spring cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.

Yongsan-gu · Myeongdong Stn. / Hoehyeon Stn. (Line 4)

A library atop a stairway on the slopes of Namsan. Read a book, then walk straight on to Namsan Park and N Seoul Tower on a free route.

Jongno-gu · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3)

On the edge of Sajik Park and Inwangsan. Read, then stroll the park; pair it with Gyeongbokgung for a full day.