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Parasite Museum
기생충박물관
Museum · Gangseo-gu
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Nearby in Gangseo-gu
Ujangsan Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Balsan Stn. (Line 5)
In the centre of Gangseo-gu, a park where woodland, art spaces and sports facilities come together within the city. The mountain's name comes from the rain rituals the Yangcheon magistrate once held here during droughts. The rite was performed three times...
Seonangdang Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Gayang Stn. (Line 9)
Outdoor basketball court in Gangseo-gu. 1 court. Open 24 hours.
Ujangsan Neighborhood Park Badminton Court
FreeSports facility · Ujangsan Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor badminton court in Gangseo-gu. Open 24 hours.
Gangseo Olympic Community Sports Center
₩3,300Sports facility · Gayang Stn. (Line 9)
Public indoor pool in Gangseo-gu. Seven-lane adult pool (1.2–1.5m deep) and a toddler pool (0.6m). Open swim is 3,300 won per session. There are also a gym, table tennis courts and badminton courts. Open swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Ujangsan Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Ujangsan Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor basketball court in Gangseo-gu. 1 court. Open 24 hours.
Ujangsan Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Ujangsan Stn. (Line 5)
Public library in Gangseo-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Other museums in Seoul
National Museum of Korea
Partly freeYongsan-gu · Ichon Stn. (Line 4, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Korea's largest museum, with all permanent galleries free. The spacious lobby and Reflecting Pond garden are good for a rest, and Wednesday and Saturday evening openings are quieter.
National Folk Museum of Korea
FreeJongno-gu · Gyeongbokgung Stn. / Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
A free museum of Korean daily life. The outdoor Memory Street and children's museum make it great for families.
Seoul Museum of History
FreeJongno-gu · Gwanghwamun Stn. / Seodaemun Stn. (Line 5)
A free museum on Seoul's transformation from the Joseon era to the present. The old Tram No. 381 outside is a photo favourite.
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
FreeJongno-gu · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5) Exit 2
A free modern history museum facing Gwanghwamun Square. Insider tip: the rooftop viewpoint takes in Gyeongbokgung and the square at a glance.
Postage Stamp Museum
FreeJung-gu · Euljiro 1-ga Stn. (Line 2) Exit 6, Myeongdong Stn. (Line 4) Exit 5
A compact free museum on the history of stamps. In the middle of Myeong-dong, so it's a handy escape from the heat or cold.
