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개화산 전망대
Viewpoint · Gangseo-gu
A designated Seoul viewpoint at the 131m summit, looking out over Banghwa Bridge, the Han River, Haengju Fortress, World Cup Park and Bukhansan.
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Source: gangseo.seoul.kr
Gaehwa Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Gaehwasan was originally called Juryongsan. In the Silla period a hermit named Juryong lived on the mountain and each year on the ninth day of the ninth month climbed to a high spot with two or three boys to drink wine, a custom called guiryongsaneum, hence the name Juryongsan
Yaksasa Temple
FreeHistoric site · Gaehwasan Stn. (Line 5)
A city temple on Gaehwasan that Gyeomjae Jeong Seon once painted. See the stone pagoda and Buddha, then walk Gaehwasan, all free.
Banghwa Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor basketball court in Gangseo-gu. 1 court. Open 24 hours.
Banghwa Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
The park takes its name from Banghwa-dong, meaning the neighbourhood beside Gaehwasan where the scent of flowers spreads through all four seasons. Designated a park in December 1990, it was built along with the Banghwa housing development district. Within the park
Kkwonggogae Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Park overview: Kkwonggogae Park has outstanding natural surroundings, but its terrain and slopes limit what facilities can be built. Neighbouring Banghwa Park is already facility-oriented with a wide range of amenities, so Kkwonggogae Park
Gangseo Wetland Ecological Park
FreePark · Banghwa Stn. (Line 5)
Wetlands at the mouth of the Han River and a spot for watching winter migratory birds. The quiet boardwalk through the reed beds is good for walking alone.
Jeongdong Observatory
FreeJung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)
A free observatory on the 13th floor of the Seosomun Government Building. Sweeping views of Deoksugung Palace, Jeongdong-gil and the City Hall area, with Cafe Darak for a rest.
Seoul City Hall Sky Observatory
FreeJung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)
A viewing space newly opened in 2026 in the new City Hall building. Downtown views stretching to Deoksugung Palace, Jeongdong and Gwanghwamun Square.
Ttukseom Jabeolle (Observatory Culture Complex)
FreeGwangjin-gu · Ttukseom Resort Stn. (Line 7)
A free viewing lounge overlooking the Han River from a 240m cylindrical glass building. River and bridge night views through full-height glass.
Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion
FreeJongno-gu · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) + bus
A classic night-view spot where the octagonal pavilion on the Bugaksan ridge takes in the whole of downtown Seoul.
Maebongsan Palgakjeong Pavilion
FreeSeongdong-gu · Beotigogae Stn. (Line 6)
One of Seoul's designated top viewpoints. Panoramic night views of the Han River with Seongsu and Yeongdong bridges, Lotte Tower and Gangnam.