Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
금호근린공원
Park · Seongdong-gu
Built into a change in ground level, with a gymnasium on the lower level whose rooftop connects to the park area above, making three-dimensional use of a limited site. The multipurpose gymnasium below has a total floor area of 6
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
Open Geumho Education and Culture Center
₩4,000Sports facility · Singeumho Stn. (Line 5)
Public indoor pool in Seongdong-gu with a 5-lane adult pool (25m) and a 3-lane children's pool (10m). Open swim 4,000 won per session, and there is a gym on site. Session times change monthly, so check before you go.
Dalmaji Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Oksu Stn. (Line 3, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Dalmaji Park occupies the hill behind Mitasa Temple and the Hyundai Apartments in Oksu-dong, named for the residents who long climbed here on the first full moon of the year to greet the moon. A rocky peak rising by the Han River, it offers close-up views of the water.
Seongdong-gu Geumho Library
FreeLibrary · Singeumho Stn. (Line 5)
Public library in Seongdong-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Seongdong-gu Maebongsan Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Beotigogae Stn. (Line 6)
Public library in Seongdong-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Eungbong Neighborhood Park Badminton Court
FreeSports facility · Haengdang Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor badminton court in Seongdong-gu, with 1 court. Open 24 hours.
Eungbong Park (Daehyeonsan Reservoir Park)
FreePark · Singeumho Stn. (Line 5)
Eungbong was once a single ridge, but urban development split it into five parts managed separately: Eungbongsan, Daehyeonsan, the Daehyeon reservoir, Geumhosan and Maebongsan. Daehyeonsan Reservoir Park, run by Seoul's Eastern Park and Leisure Center, sits on top of the reservoir
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.