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절두산 순교성지
Historic site · Mapo-gu
A Catholic martyrdom shrine on a hill overlooking the Han River. River views from the quiet garden and sculpture walk, close to Hapjeong and Hongdae.
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Korean Catholic Martyrs' Museum
₩1,000Museum · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6)
A museum in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu commemorating Catholic martyrs, covering the Byeongin Persecution (1866
Foreigners' Cemetery Park
FreePark · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6)
Some 20 benches and other amenities line the paths between the graves, making this an ideal spot for a walk and quiet reflection, while the headstones introduce foreign figures who contributed to Korea's development and their stories. There are also trees more than a hundred years
Seoul Youth Center Mapo
FreeStudy & youth space · Hapjeong Stn. (Lines 2, 6)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Seoul Living Culture Center Seogyo
FreeCulture space · Hapjeong Stn. (Line 2)
A hub for young artists near Hongdae, with dance and music practice rooms and multipurpose spaces available to borrow for free.
Mangwon Hangang Park Basketball Court 2
FreeSports facility · Mangwon Stn. (Line 6)
Free outdoor basketball court inside Mangwon Hangang Park. Two courts, No. 1 and No. 2, open 06:00–20:00. Best to avoid slots booked by teams.
Choi Kyu-hah House
FreeHistoric site · Mangwon Stn. (Line 6)
National Registered Cultural Heritage No. 413 / Built in 1972.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) Exit 5
Joseon's foremost royal palace. Free on the last Wednesday of the month or in hanbok. The changing of the guard ceremony (10:00 and 14:00) is always free.
Changdeokgung Palace
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Anguk Stn. (Line 3) Exit 3
A UNESCO World Heritage site famed for autumn foliage. Free entry applies to the main palace only; the Secret Garden requires a separate booking.
Changgyeonggung Palace
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4) Exit 4
A palace with a Grand Greenhouse and the Chundangji pond. Linked internally to Changdeokgung, and beautifully lit during night openings.
Deoksugung Palace
Free if eligibleJung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2) Exit 2
A downtown palace where Seokjojeon sits alongside traditional halls. Open until 9pm, it's popular for evening strolls and the stone wall road; the changing of the guard is free.
Jongmyo Shrine
Free if eligibleJongno-gu · Jongno 3-ga Stn. (Lines 1, 3, 5) Exit 11
A World Heritage shrine housing the spirit tablets of Joseon kings and queens, with a meditative path through dense woods. Self-guided visits on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays are the most relaxed.