Namsan Park
남산공원
Park · Jung-gu
A forested park at the heart of the city. The loop trail is well shaded, with drinking fountains and toilets along the way, and the summit offers sweeping views of Seoul.
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
Nearby in Jung-gu
National Theater of Korea Culture Plaza
FreeCulture space · Dongguk Univ. Stn. (Line 3) Exit 6 (15-min walk, shuttle)
The national performance venue on the slopes of Namsan. The wide outdoor plaza and walking path with Namsan views are free, plus summer evening outdoor shows and busking.
Ahn Jung-geun Memorial Hall
FreeMuseum · Hoehyeon Stn. (Line 4)
Established to honour the spirit and will of Ahn Jung-geun, who gave his life fighting for Korea's independence under Japanese rule, and managed by the Ahn Jung-geun Memorial Association. Built in 1970, the hall opened in 1971.
Hoehyeon Sports Center
₩5,000Sports facility · Hoehyeon Stn. (Line 4)
Public indoor pool with open swim sessions.
Chojun Textile & Quilt Art Museum
₩8,000Museum · Myeongdong Stn. (Line 4)
Opened on 27 October 1998 on the slopes of Namsan, the Chojun Textile & Quilt Art Museum is Korea's only textile art museum, holding a wide range of Korean and international textile artworks. Its founder is Kim Soon-hee, director of Jeil Cultural Center.
Namsangol Hanok Village
Partly freeHistoric site · Chungmuro Stn. (Lines 3, 4)
Five restored hanok, a traditional garden and the time capsule plaza. The garden is open 24 hours, so early morning and evening walks work well.
Baekbeom Square Park
FreePark · Hoehyeon Stn. (Line 4)
A broad lawn plaza at the foot of Namsan. It connects directly to a stretch of the Seoul City Wall and can be reached on foot from Myeong-dong.
Other parks in Seoul
Seoul Forest
FreeSeongdong-gu · Seoul Forest Stn. (Suin-Bundang Line)
A large ecological park in the middle of the city. Lots of mature trees, shade and benches, with drinking fountains and toilets throughout, so summer walks are comfortable.
Gyeongui Line Forest Park
FreeMapo-gu · Hongik Univ. Stn. (Line 2, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
A 6.3 km linear park on a former railway. The Yeonnam-dong stretch, nicknamed Yeontral Park, strings together shade, lawns and cafes. Few drinking fountains, so bring water.
Seoullo 7017
FreeJung-gu · Seoul Station Stn. (Lines 1, 4, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
An elevated garden walkway converted from an old overpass, with planters, benches, a foot bath and drinking fountains. Lovely at night, so an evening stroll beats midday.
Naksan Park
FreeJongno-gu · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
A hilltop park along the Seoul City Wall trail, known for city night views and sunsets. Carry water for the climb.
Seonyudo Park
FreeYeongdeungpo-gu · Seonyudo Stn. (Line 9)
An ecological park on an island in the Han, built from a former water treatment plant. Ivy-covered structures and green gardens, reached by the Rainbow Bridge, with many shaded paths.