Night view of Seoul and Bongeunsa temple, Seoul, South Korea

Seoul Outdoor and Adventure

Samneung Park

Samneung Park is a Unesco World Heritage site and a royal mausoleum for King Seongjong, the 9th king of the Joseon Dynasty - a quiet retreat in the middle of the busy business district of Samseong. ...more »

  • Location: Samseongdong
  • Type: Outdoor and Adventure

Nanji Camping Ground

Nanji Camping Ground is one of the only areas where you are allowed to BBQ by the river, so why not take advantage of the weather and grill away with friends! A favorite place with locals. ...more »

  • Location: Mapo-gu
  • Type: Outdoor and Adventure
  • Tel: +82-2-304-0061

Caribbean Bay

Caribbean Bay is part of Everland theme park, Korea's biggest theme park and it's the biggest water park in the world. All just an hour drive south of downtown Seoul. ...more »

  • Location: Gyeonggi-do
  • Type: Outdoor and Adventure
  • Tel: +82-2-7591-9407

Hamilton Hotel Outdoor Rooftop Pool

One of the best kept secrets in Itaewon during summer. The pool is open from June to September every year, one can enjoy the skyline of the city while swimming in the rooftop pool of this hotel. ...more »

  • Location: Itaewon
  • Type: Outdoor and Adventure

Han River Park and Outdoor Pool Yeouido

Feeling like a swim? Seoul is a bit far from the coast, so luckily there are six outdoor pools along the Han River. Yeouido Outdoor Pool is the largest one. ...more »

  • Location: Yeouido
  • Type: Outdoor and Adventure
  • Tel: +82-2-785-0478

Our Local Experts say:

Seoul is surrounded by over 30 mountains with the most noticeable one, Namsan Mountain, right in the middle of the city. Seoul also has many parks and other outdoor activities, Unesco World Heritage sites and cultural treasures throughout the city.

You may not notice it right away, but Seoul is full of nature. The Han River, beautiful parks, streams and mountains. The Cheonggye Stream in downtown Seoul is a great example of a breathing space that fits in seamlessly with the urban landscape. Some places are a little harder to find. Take Samneung Park for example, a hidden jewel in the middle of Gangnam business district, Samseongdong, housing several royal tombs, and definitely worthy of a visit. A great place to relax after shopping at nearby COEX or Gangnam Station.

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