Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
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Park · Gangdong-gu
In Cheonho-dong, Gangdong-gu, this park has an outdoor stage, a pond, a basketball court and other fitness facilities, and is popular for local leisure and as a resting spot for older residents.
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
Gangdong-gu Haegong Library
FreeLibrary · Gangdong Stn. (Line 5)
Gangdong-gu's flagship district library. Study or read all day for free in heated, air-conditioned reading rooms.
Gwangnaru Hangang Park
FreePark · Cheonho Stn. (Lines 5, 8)
The Han River park at Seoul's eastern edge. Broad meadows, an ecological park and cycle paths make for a quiet riverside outing.
Gangdong-gu Cheonho Library
FreeLibrary · Gangdong Stn. (Line 5)
Public library in Gangdong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Gangdong Job Cafe
FreeStudy & youth space · Amsa Stn. (Line 8)
Free study rooms and employment support space for young people.
Seoul Youth Center Gangdong
FreeStudy & youth space · Cheonho Stn. (Lines 5, 8)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Gangdong-gu Amsa Library
FreeLibrary · Amsa Stn. (Line 8)
Public library in Gangdong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
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.