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Places to visit in Seocho-gu
The Hangang River parks, wooded hills, and Cheonggyesan Mountain meet the city here. Choose a walk by the water in Banpo, a park stroll, or a mountain hike to suit your preferred distance.
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Places to visit
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Express Bus Terminal Station
The area connects the express bus terminal with underground shopping and large commercial facilities. Shop indoors or continue your outing toward Banpo Hangang Park.
View on mapSeoul National University of Education Station
The area around the station lies between Seoul National University of Education and the legal district. Take a short walk through the restaurant alleys behind the offices.
View on mapBanpo Hangang Park
A Han River park south of Banpo Bridge. Relax around the riverside paths and Sebitseom, and enjoy views of the bridge and the city at night.
View on mapSeoripul Park and Montmartre Park
Wooded and hilly parks among Seocho's residential neighborhoods. Follow the shaded paths for a walk that feels like a brief escape from the city.
View on mapJamwon Hangang Park
A park along the Han River in Jamwon-dong. Walk along the waterside paths and exercise areas, and take in the wide-open river views.
View on mapCheonggyesan Mountain
A mountain south of Seoul with hiking trails through forests and along ridges. Choose a section to climb to suit your time and fitness.
View on mapHeoninneung Royal Tombs
Historic Site No. 194 comprises Heolleung to the east and Illeung to the west. Heolleung is the double tomb of King Taejong, the third king of Joseon, and Queen Wongyeong of the Min clan. Illeung is the joint tomb of King Sunjo, the 23rd king of Joseon, and Queen Sunwon of the Kim clan.
View on mapSebitseom and Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain
See the waterside architecture and fountain along the Banpo stretch of the Han River. Walk along the river and enjoy the buildings' lights and the view of the bridge.
View on mapGoto Mall
Goto Mall, the underground shopping arcade at Express Bus Terminal, offers cafes, restaurants, a flower market, and plenty to eat and see. Many tourists visit to shop for clothing, shoes, and accessories at low prices.
View on mapSeoul Arts Center
With rich arts and culture content, convenient facilities, and moving service, Seoul Arts Center is a leading cultural complex in Korea. It welcomes three million visitors a year as a place to enjoy culture and take a break in the city.
View on mapNational Gugak Center
Established to preserve and develop traditional music and dance, this national music institution presents performances, conducts research, and supports the promotion of Korean traditional music. Its facilities include four resident ensembles, performance venues such as Yeakdang, Umyeondang, Pungryu Sarangbang, and Yeonhui Madang, as well as the National Gugak Museum and Gugak Training Center.
View on mapMaeheon Yun Bong-gil Memorial Hall
Completed in 1988, the memorial hall honors Yun Bong-gil's achievements and his spirit of self-sacrifice. On the first floor, exhibits include his personal effects and photographs from his life; the second floor has offices, the Maeheon Research Institute, a seminar room, and the Yun Bong-gil Library.
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Scenes of the area
- Riverside walks and green paths in the city.
- Heonilleung Royal Tombs.
- Sebitseom, Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, and Goto Mall.