Mongchontoseong Fortress
몽촌토성
Historic site · Songpa-gu
An earthen fortress of Hanseong Baekje inside Olympic Park. A 2.7 km dirt path runs along the grassy ridge, and the famous Lone Tree photo spot is here.
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Source: Seoul Tourism Organization (Visit Seoul)
Nearby in Songpa-gu
Seoul Baekje Children's Museum
FreeMuseum · Mongchontoseong Stn. (Line 8)
A hands-on children's museum about the Hanseong Baekje era. Opened in 2024, inside Olympic Park.
SOMA Museum of Art
₩5,000Art gallery · Hanseong Baekje Stn. (Line 9)
An artistic retreat in the city, in dialogue with nature.
Museum Hanmi Bangi
₩6,000Art gallery · Mongchontoseong Stn. (Line 8)
The Hanmi Museum of Photography, founded by the Hanmi Cultural Arts Foundation, was Korea's first museum devoted to photography. The foundation was established in April 2002 by a company contributing to public health through the development of quality pharmaceuticals.
Seongnaecheon Stream Walkway
FreeStream & walk · Olympic Park Stn. (Lines 5, 9)
A 6km urban waterway linked to Olympic Park. Barrier-free paths, summer water play, and a key stretch of the Songpa Dulle-gil.
Olympic Park
FreePark · Mongchontoseong Stn. (Line 8)
A huge free park taking in Mongchontoseong Fortress and the Nine Scenic Views. The Lone Tree photo spot and wide lawns make it a picnic favourite.
Seoul Baekje Museum
FreeMuseum · Mongchontoseong Stn. (Line 8)
A museum of Baekje history beside Mongchontoseong Fortress in Olympic Park. Free exhibitions with heating and air conditioning make it ideal with kids.
Other historic sites in Seoul
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.