Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Saetmaeul Neighborhood Park
샛마을근린공원
Park · Gangdong-gu
Myeongil-dong, in the center of Gangdong-gu, takes its name from Myeongilgwan, a lodging for officials traveling on public duty set up in the 11th year of King Seongjong of Goryeo (994). With park land eaten away by unchecked urban expansion and development, city residents
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Nearby in Gangdong-gu
Myungsung Church Library
FreeLibrary · Gubeundari Stn. (Line 5)
Public library in Gangdong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Songnim Neighborhood Park Badminton Courts
FreeSports facility · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor badminton courts in Gangdong-gu, with 2 courts. Open 24 hours.
Gangdong Arts Center Art Gallery
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A multipurpose cultural venue inside Myeongil Neighbourhood Park. Combine free gallery shows with outdoor festivals.
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FreeLibrary · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)
Public library in Gangdong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Dure Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)
Outdoor basketball court in Gangdong-gu. 1 court. Open 24 hours.
King Onjo Culture and Sports Hall
₩4,400Sports facility · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)
Public indoor pool in Gangdong-gu, with a 6-lane adult pool and a toddler pool. Open swim costs 4,400 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Other parks in Seoul
Seoul Forest
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Gyeongui Line Forest Park
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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.