Balbadak Park

Library · Bukhansan Ui Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)

Public library in Dobong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.

Historic site · Bukhansan Ui Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)

Museum · Solbat Park Stn. (Ui-Sinseol Line)

Devoted to Kim Soo-young, Korea's leading poet of freedom, in the area where he wrote during his lifetime.

Museum · Ssangmun Stn. (Line 4)

Park · Ssangmun Stn. (Line 4)

Ssangmun Park lies where the ridges of Bukhansan and Dobongsan meet, its main ridge running east to west across hilly ground. Slopes are generally steep, with gentler land on the southern side next to Ssangmun-ro...

Library · Ssangmun Stn. (Line 4)

Public library in Dobong-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.

Seongdong-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.

Mapo-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.

Jung-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.

Jongno-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.

Yeongdeungpo-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.