난지천공원
Park · Mapo-gu
One of the five parks that make up World Cup Park. The lawn is wide and quiet, ideal for spreading out a picnic mat.
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Source: Seoul Tourism Organization (Visit Seoul)
Haneul Park
FreePark · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)
A silver-grass hill reclaimed from a landfill, spectacular for autumn reeds, sunsets and night views. Almost no shade at the top, so a hat and water are essential in summer; Maengkkongi electric shuttles run up.
Sangam Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Susaek Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Sangam Neighborhood Park sits at the heart of the Sangam housing development district, planned for 15,000 households and 43,000 residents, so it is easy to reach and heavily used. Completed on 27 September 2000, it has walking paths, an ecological pond...
World Cup Park Peace Plaza Floor Fountain
FreePark · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6)
Free. Kids can splash in the floor fountain at Peace Plaza. Combine with a trip to Haneul Park and Noeul Park.
Oil Tank Culture Park
FreeCulture space · World Cup Stadium Stn. (Line 6) Exit 2
A cultural park converted from a former oil storage depot. Unusual walks between the giant tanks, free exhibitions and a lawn, with weekend markets and performances.
Nanji Residency, Seoul Museum of Art
FreeArt gallery · 상암동
Nanji Residency is a residency support space for artists.
Digital Pavilion
FreeCulture space · Susaek Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
IT, the delightful technology that changes the world - IT reaches many people in many different forms.
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.