Eunpyeong-gu Public Library

Park · Dokbawi Stn. (Line 6)

With handsome Bukhansan to the north and, to the west, the green belt of Bongsan and World Cup Park leading on to the Han River, Seoul's pride, this neighbourhood park sits in the middle of the city's living area, ringed by arterial roads such as Tongil-ro and Bulgwang-ro and by dense housing

Museum · Dokbawi Stn. (Line 6)

The Multicultural Museum displays landmarks, traditional costumes, instruments, dolls and currencies from around the world, along with world traditions, dance, dress and food.

Museum · Bulgwang Stn. (Lines 3, 6)

A new kind of literary venue open to all, the hall honours the literary legacy of writer Lee Ho-cheol and serves as a cultural complex where literature and the arts come together.

Sports facility · Bulgwang Stn. (Lines 3, 6)

Public indoor pool in Eunpyeong-gu. Adult pool (20 m, 5 lanes); see the website for details. Open swim 4,000 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.

Plaza · Yeonsinnae Stn. (Lines 3, 6)

A new landmark plaza at Yeonsinnae Station, created by expanding and remodelling the ageing Mulbit Park in time for the opening of the GTX-A line. A mixed-use culture park with an outdoor stage, a media wall and seasonal gardens, it gives local residents a wide-open place to rest.

Study & youth space · Bulgwang Stn. (Lines 3, 6)

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

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.