Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education Gangdong Library

Library · VHS Medical Center Stn. (Line 9)

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

Library · Gangdong Stn. (Line 5)

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

Park · VHS Medical Center Stn. (Line 9)

Part of Iljasan Neighborhood Park, the Herb and Astronomy Park lies opposite Gildong Ecological Park. The site holds a reservoir that keeps the tap water supply steady, and in the well-being era it offers residents a pleasant space

Library · Gubeundari Stn. (Line 5)

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

Park · Gildong Stn. (Line 5)

A nature-study park divided into wetland, reservoir and forest zones. Book ahead and meet wild nature in the city for free.

Library · Gangdong 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.