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선유도공원
Park · Yeongdeungpo-gu
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.
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Source: parks.seoul.go.kr
Yanghwa Hangang Park Basketball Court
₩4,000Sports facility · Dangsan Stn. (Line 2)
Outdoor basketball court in Yeongdeungpo-gu. 2 courts.
Seonyu Library
FreeLibrary · Seonyudo Stn. (Line 9)
Public library in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
National Assembly Library
Free if eligibleLibrary · National Assembly Stn. (Line 9)
A national library in Yeouido with a Han River-view reading room where you can read for free. Register and enter with just an ID card.
Yeongdeungpo Sports Center 2
₩3,000Sports facility · Yeongdeungpo Market Stn. (Line 5)
Public indoor pool in Yeongdeungpo-gu, with a 6-lane adult pool and a 1-lane toddler pool. Open swim costs 3,000 won per session, and there is a gym on site. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education Yeongdeungpo Lifelong Learning Center
FreeLibrary · Yeongdeungpo Market Stn. (Line 5)
Public library in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Seoul Youth Center Yeongdeungpo
FreeStudy & youth space · Yeongdeungpo-gu Office Stn. (Lines 2, 5)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
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.
Nodeul Island
FreeYongsan-gu · Nodeul Stn. (Line 9)
A music and arts complex in the middle of the Han River. Free sunset-watching on the lawn, indoor lounge, bookshelves and exhibitions, with free concerts on summer weekends.