Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Waryong Neighborhood Park
와룡근린공원
Park · Jongno-gu
Waryong Neighborhood Park adjoins Samcheong Neighborhood Park, Changgyeong Neighborhood Park and Bugaksan Urban Nature Park. The area was called Waryong-dong because its shape resembles a dragon lying stretched out, and with the introduction of the ward system in 1914 the former Idong of Jeongseonbang in the central district
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Nearby in Jongno-gu
Waryong Neighborhood Park Badminton Courts
FreeSports facility · Hansung Univ. Stn. (Line 4)
Outdoor badminton courts in Jongno-gu, with 4 courts.
Bugaksan Hanyang City Wall Trail
FreeMountain & trail · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) + bus
A historic walk along the fortress wall that once ringed Seoul. Easier to reach since the opening of Cheong Wa Dae, with city views from Baegakmaru.
Samcheong Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
Samcheong Park was designated a park on 12 March 1940, the first of the 140 city-planning parks announced at the time. Samcheong-dong owes its name to the Taoist hall Samcheongjeon, also known as Sogyeokjeon, which stood deep in the valley...
Samcheong Park Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
A glass-walled library surrounded by woods where you can read for free to the sound of birds. A hidden gem for a rest after a Samcheong-dong walk.
Olympic Memorial National Sports Center
₩5,500Sports facility · Hansung Univ. Stn. (Line 4)
Public indoor pool in Jongno-gu. Adult pool (25 m) with 6 lanes plus a children's pool. Open swim 5,500 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Han Moo-sook Literary Museum
FreeMuseum · Hansung Univ. Stn. (Line 4)
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.