Overlooking Seoul from a good vantage point and getting to walk beside the Han River are two things I would not mind doing over and over every time I get to visit Seoul.
If I am to cap my busy day or spend a day to just relax while in Seoul, viewing Seoul from the top or taking a walk beside Han River would be the top things to do on my mind.
Beautiful foliage for those who will walk to the Namsan Tower (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)
Visit these accessible scenic spots which are also popular filming sites for an overlooking view of Seoul or a good walk beside Han River.
Eungbongsan Mountain Park
Enjoy a very good view of Seoul, the Han River, Seoul Forest, and more from 94 meters above sealevel at Eungbongsan Mountain.
Eungbongsan Mountain Park
How to Go to Eungbongsan Mountain Park: Take Exit 1 from Eungbong Station (Jungang Line).
Visit the Visit Korea site here for more details.
Eungbongsan Mountain Park (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)Yeouido Hangang Park / Mapo Bridge
Do the Hangang River Ferry Cruise or stroll around the Han River walking paths at Yeouido Hangang Park as you enjoy a good view of Han River and the Mapo Bridge.
Yeouido Hangang Park (Photo from Korea Photo Organization)
How to Go to Yeouido Hangang Park: Take Exit 2 or 3 from Yeouinaru Station (Seoul Subway Line 5).
Grab some Samgyeopsal Pizza at Hangang Live Paradise as you walk around the park!
Visit the Visit Korea site here for more details.
Yeouido Hangang Park Mapo Bridge (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)
Mangwon Hangang Park / Seongsan Bridge
Do the bike trail or just enjoy another good view of Han River and the Seongsan Bridge while walking around the area at Mangwon Hangang Park.
Mangwon Hangang Park (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)
How to Go To Mangwon Hangang Park:
- Take Exit 1 from Mangwon Station (Seoul Subway Line 6).
- Take the Village Bus No. 09 from Mangwon Station and get off at Mangwon Suyuji Bus Stop.
Enjoy a good chocolate drink at Cacaodada as you stroll around Mangwon Hangang Park!
Visit the Visit Korea site here for more details.
Mangwon Hangang Park
Seoul Fortress Wall
Visit at least one part of the Seoul Fortress Wall for yet again another good walk and overlooking view of Seoul.
Seoul Fortress Wall (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)How to Go to The Seoul Fortress Wall (Heunginjimun Gate – Dongdaemun Gate): Take Exit 6 from Dongdaemun station (Seoul Subway Line 1 or 4).
Seoul Fortress WallNamsan N Seoul Tower
Walk to Namsan N Seoul Tower from Myeongdong Station Exit 3 for a good exercise through the beautiful Namsan Park before rewarding yourself with a good overlooking view of Seoul.
Overlooking view from Namsan N Seoul Tower (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)You can also ride the cable car if an uphill walk would be too much and just walk back downhill. I recommend walking. You will miss the view and the foliage if you don’t.
Dine at HanCook for traditional Korean food!
Namsan N Seoul Tower (Photo from Korea Tourism Organization)How to Go To the Namsan N Seoul Tower
- Take Exit 3 from Myeong-dong Station (Seoul Subway Line 4).
- Walk around 15 minutes following the street on the right side of the Pacific Hotel from Myeongdong Station for the cable car boarding place.
You can visit the Visit Korea site here for more details.
Which ones will you do first? Will you visit each place? 🙂
Natasha was a full-time banker who got to take a breather when she traveled. She loves the outdoors so much. She is currently in the UK pursuing postgraduate studies!