Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
백련근린공원
Park · Seodaemun-gu
The ridge running from the summit of Baengnyeonsan (215.5 m) divides Seodaemun-gu from Eunpyeong-gu. The mountain is named after Baengnyeonsa temple on its southeast side, and since old times, with Cheongnyeonsa to the east and Sammaksa to the south
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
Seodaemun Culture and Sports Center
₩3,500Sports facility · 홍은2동
Public indoor pool in Seodaemun-gu. Adult pool with 6 lanes plus a toddler pool. Open swim 3,500 won per session. There is also a gym. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Hongjecheon Stream Walk
FreeStream & walk · Hongje Stn. (Line 3)
A streamside path following an artificial waterfall and water channels. The waterfall is refreshing in summer, and shaded decking and benches run along the way.
Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education Seodaemun Library
FreeLibrary · Hongje Stn. (Line 3)
Public library in Seodaemun-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Zero Gravity Zone Hongje
FreeStudy & youth space · Hongje Stn. (Line 3)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Ansan Urban Nature Park
FreeMountain & trail · Muakjae Stn. (Line 3)
Rising 295.9 m above sea level, Ansan slants west from Inwangsan, forming the Muakjae pass before rising again. Muakjae, another name for Gilmajae, was also called Moakjae, and when the Joseon dynasty was founded and the capital moved to Hanyang
Seoul Metropolitan Seodaemun Youth Center
CheapSports facility · Muakjae Stn. (Line 3)
Municipal youth center in Hongeun-dong, Seodaemun-gu, with a gym where you can play badminton.
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.