Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Bongsan Urban Nature Park
봉산도시자연공원
Park · Eunpyeong-gu
Spanning Eunpyeong-gu in Seoul and Goyang in Gyeonggi-do, the park connects to Maebongsan and World Cup Park to the south and Baengnyeonsan and Bukhansan to the east, set within easy reach of residential neighbourhoods. Its highest peak is 210 m and the slopes are gentle
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Nearby in Eunpyeong-gu
Bongsan Cypress Forest
FreePark · Saejeol Stn. (Line 6)
An urban forest-bathing spot with more than 12,000 cypress trees. A barrier-free deck reaches the observatory in 20 minutes, strollers welcome.
Gusan-dong Library Village
FreeLibrary · Gusan Stn. (Line 6)
Public library in Eunpyeong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Bongsan Mountain
FreeMountain & trail · Gusan Stn. (Line 6)
A low mountain with a gentle climb to the Eunpyeong beacon mound. Below the summit, a cypress grove has been laid out as a healing forest.
Across the Stream to the Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Saejeol Stn. (Line 6)
Public library in Eunpyeong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Sinsa Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Saejeol Stn. (Line 6)
Part of the outer green belt at Seoul's northwestern edge, with Bongsan Park, Maebongsan and World Cup Park to the south and Jingwan and Galhyeon parks and Bukhansan to the east. Its main ridge runs long from north to south, and the highest peak is 27
GTX Yeonsin 849 Plaza, formerly Mulbit Park
FreePlaza · Yeonsinnae Stn. (Lines 3, 6)
A new landmark plaza at Yeonsinnae Station, created by expanding and remodelling the ageing Mulbit Park in time for the opening of the GTX-A line. A mixed-use culture park with an outdoor stage, a media wall and seasonal gardens, it gives local residents a wide-open place to rest.
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.