Seoul Sewerage Science Museum
서울하수도과학관
Museum · Seongdong-gu
Built atop a working sewage treatment plant, with views of the underground facilities. A good rainy-day outing for kids.
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Jungnang Water Recycling Center Badminton Court
FreeSports facility · Janghanpyeong Stn. (Line 5)
Indoor badminton court in Seongdong-gu. 3 courts.
Seoul Upcycling Plaza
FreeCulture space · Janghanpyeong Stn. (Line 5)
Korea's largest upcycling complex, with designer studios, a materials library and an upcycle shop. Best visited Tuesday to Friday on your own.
Youth Job Cafe Branch 4
FreeStudy & youth space · Janghanpyeong Stn. (Line 5)
Free study rooms and employment support space for young people.
Yongdap Sports Center
₩4,000Sports facility · Yongdap Stn. (Line 2)
Public indoor pool in Seongdong-gu with a 5-lane adult pool. Open swim 4,000 won per session, and there is a gym on site. Session times change monthly, so check before you go.
Hanyang Women's University Art Museum
FreeArt gallery · Yongdap Stn. (Line 2)
Haengwon Gallery, located on the 1st floor of the library.
Seongdong-gu Yongdap Library
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Public library in Seongdong-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
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.
