Photo: Seoul Metropolitan Government (KOGL)
은평역사한옥박물관
Museum · Eunpyeong-gu
A cultural venue offering exhibitions, education and hands-on programmes on the history of Eunpyeong and hanok culture.
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Samgaksan Geumam Art Museum
FreeArt gallery · 진관동
The name combines Samgaksan, the old name for Bukhansan, with the black rocks of the area.
Eunpyeong New Town Library
FreeLibrary · Gupabal Stn. (Line 3)
Public library in Eunpyeong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Jinkwansa Valley
FreeStream & walk · 진관동
A valley trail on the western flank of Bukhansan leading to Jinkwansa Temple. Cool even in summer and relatively uncrowded.
Sangnim Library
FreeLibrary · Gupabal Stn. (Line 3)
Public library in Eunpyeong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Shamanism Museum
FreeMuseum · Gupabal Stn. (Line 3)
Eunpyeong Community Sports Center
₩4,000Sports facility · Gupabal Stn. (Line 3)
Public indoor pool in Eunpyeong-gu. Seven-lane 25m adult pool plus a toddler pool. Open swim is 4,000 won per session. There is also a gym. Open swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
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.