Gyeongagjang

Museum · Seodaemun Stn. / Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)

A modern-era alley village recreating the old Saemunan neighbourhood. Free entry to retro tearooms, comic book rooms and a cinema, and a great spot for vintage photos.

Museum · Seodaemun Stn. (Line 5)

A restaurant turned museum.

Museum · Dongnimmun Stn. (Line 3)

Joseon-era rain gauges and more than a century of Seoul weather records. Far more rewarding if you book the free guided tour.

Historic site · Seodaemun Stn. (Line 5)

A designated historic site, Gyeonghuigung served as a secondary palace in the late Joseon period.

Library · Seodaemun Stn. (Line 5)

Public library in Jongno-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.

Museum · Gwanghwamun Stn. / Seodaemun Stn. (Line 5)

A free museum on Seoul's transformation from the Joseon era to the present. The old Tram No. 381 outside is a photo favourite.

Yongsan-gu · Hangangjin Stn. (Line 6)

A music library with some 10,000 vinyl records and rare albums. An Itaewon hotspot you can enjoy free with a card or just the DIVE app.

Jung-gu · Seoul Stn. (Lines 1, 4, Gyeongui-Jungang Line) Exit 2

A cultural complex in the restored old Seoul Station building. The Renaissance-style architecture is a sight in itself, with free special exhibitions year-round. In front of Seoul Station.

Mapo-gu · 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.

Jongno-gu · Jonggak Stn. (Line 1), direct access from Exit 4

A large bookstore directly connected to Jonggak Station. Easy to pair with a Cheonggyecheon walk, with plenty of seating to read out of the heat or cold.

Gangnam-gu · Apgujeong Rodeo Stn. (Suin-Bundang Line)

Hyundai and Genesis cars and design on display. Open until 21:00, but closed the first Monday of the month; parking costs extra.