G Valley Industrial Museum

Library · Namguro Stn. (Line 7)

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

Library · Daerim Stn. (Lines 2, 7)

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

Library · Guro Stn. (Line 1)

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

Sports facility · Sindorim Stn. (Line 2)

Outdoor badminton courts in Guro-gu. 7 courts.

Sports facility · Sindorim Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

Public indoor sports facility (swimming, gym, table tennis and more).

Library · Sindorim Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

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

Yongsan-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.

Jongno-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.

Jongno-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.

Jongno-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.

Jung-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.