Manguri Park
망우리공원
Park · Jungnang-gu
A cemetery park where modern figures such as Han Yong-un and Bang Jeong-hwan are buried. The 5.2 km circular Path of Contemplation is especially good in autumn.
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Source: Seoul Tourism Organization (Visit Seoul)
Nearby in Jungnang-gu
Jungnang Mangu Space
FreeCulture space · Yangwon Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
An exhibition and archive space at the entrance to Mangu History and Culture Park. Worth reading up on the figures buried here before walking the grounds.
Jungnang Camping Forest
Partly freePark · Yangwon Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
An ecological park where forest walks and picnics in the city are free. Popular for spreading a mat on the lawn.
Seoul Mangu Youth Center
₩4,700Sports facility · Yangwon Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public indoor pool in Jungnang-gu with a 5-lane, 25m adult pool. Open swim 4,700 won per session. Session times change monthly, so check before you go.
Yangwon Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Yangwon Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public library in Jungnang-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Sinnae Neighborhood Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Mangu Stn. (Gyeongchun Line)
Outdoor basketball court in Jungnang-gu. Basketball court. Open 24 hours.
Seoil University Hill Park
FreePark · Myeonmok Stn. (Line 7)
Mangusan, 281.7 m high, spans Mangu-dong, Myeonmok-dong and the city of Guri in Gyeonggi-do, and the area holds cemeteries. On 27 May 1933 Gyeongseong-bu took over part of Gyeonggi-do's forest land and began using it as a burial ground
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.