Photo: Seoul Parks (Seoul Metropolitan Government)
솔밭근린공원
Park · Gangbuk-gu
Opened in January 2004, Solbat Park is a 34,955㎡ retreat in the city with landscaping, cultural and exercise facilities for residents, and is popular as a local walking route. The pine trees growing naturally here were preserved as far as...
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Solbat Neighborhood Park Badminton Court
FreeSports facility · Solbat Park Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)
Outdoor badminton court in Gangbuk-gu, with 1 court. Open 24 hours.

April 19th National Cemetery
FreeHistoric site · 4.19 Democratic Cemetery Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)
The April 19 Revolution memorial hall and memorial path are open free. A quiet spot at the foot of Bukhansan for a walk and a history lesson.
Seoul Youth Center Gangbuk
FreeStudy & youth space · 4.19 Democratic Cemetery Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Bukhansan Dulle-gil Trail
FreeMountain & trail · Bukhansan Ui Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)
A 21-section loop that runs gently below the ridgeline, with no summit climb involved. The Ui-dong pine forest path is a favourite with beginners.
Seoul Gangbuk Youth Center
₩5,000Sports facility · 4.19 Democratic Cemetery Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)
Public indoor pool in Gangbuk-gu with a 5-lane, 25m adult pool and a toddler pool. Open swim 5,000 won per session. Session times change monthly, so check before you go.
Bonghwanggak Pavilion
FreeHistoric site · Bukhansan Ui Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)
Bonghwanggak stands in Ui-dong, Gangbuk-gu, 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.