Yeoksam Library

Library · Gangnam Stn. (Line 2, Sinbundang Line)

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

Sports facility · Yeoksam Stn. (Line 2)

Public indoor pool with open swim.

Library · Yangjae Stn. (Line 3, Sinbundang Line)

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

Park · Maebong Stn. (Line 3)

A hillside park bounded by Nonhyeon-ro, Dogok-dong-gil, Eonju-ro and Nambusunhwan-ro, with trails on every side making it easy to reach. Along the paths are badminton courts, a cultural exhibition space, a multipurpose sports field, rest areas and fitness equipment

Culture space · Sinnonhyeon Stn. (Line 9) Exit 6, Gangnam Stn. (Line 2)

A large bookstore in central Gangnam. Well heated and cooled, ideal for killing time before meeting someone, with stationery, music and a cafe.

Sports facility · Maebong Stn. (Line 3)

Indoor badminton courts in Gangnam-gu. 4 courts.

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.