Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Baebongsan Neighborhood Park
배봉산근린공원
Park · Dongdaemun-gu
The only hill park and the symbolic park of Dongdaemun-gu, a district short of green space. Once occupied by a military unit, with large rock faces exposed on cut slopes 15–20 m high, the site was turned into a park in 1992. Inside the park, for more than 50 years
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
Nearby in Dongdaemun-gu
University of Seoul Museum
FreeMuseum · Hoegi Stn. (Line 1, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
The museum surveys, collects, preserves and exhibits materials on Korean and international history, archaeology, folklore and art, as well as cultural properties related to the history of Seoul.
Baebongsan Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Cheongnyangni Stn. (Line 1, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Gyeongchun Line)
Public library in Dongdaemun-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Jangan Neighborhood Park Badminton Court
FreeSports facility · Yongmasan Stn. (Line 7)
Outdoor badminton court in Dongdaemun-gu. 3 courts. Open 24 hours.
Jangan Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Yongmasan Stn. (Line 7)
Outdoor basketball court in Dongdaemun-gu. Basketball court. Open 24 hours.
Hwigyeong Happiness Library
FreeLibrary · Jungnang Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public library in Dongdaemun-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Seoul Youth Center Dongdaemun
FreeStudy & youth space · Hoegi Stn. (Line 1, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
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.