The Hangang Parks are located on the river banks of the Hangang River that flows through Seoul. There are 12 parks that make up the Hangang Parks. In 1982 the Hangang River Development Project was launched and completed in 1986. As time went by the [...]]]>

The Hangang Parks are located on the river banks of the Hangang River that flows through Seoul. There are 12 parks that make up the Hangang Parks. In 1982 the Hangang River Development Project was launched and completed in 1986. As time went by the buildings, roads and construction left limited access to some of the parks and the parks became less known and used by people. In 2007 a new project was launched called the Hangang Renaissance Project.

The Hangang Renaissance project is a huge undertaking and started in 2007 and will finish up in 2030. The project will transform the parks and areas around the Hangang River into a place of culture, art, leisure and riverside cities. There are many aspects that will be addressed but the main theme is creation and restoration. Each of the park area has a special theme that will be used as a basis to develop the park and surrounding area.

The main goal of the Hangang Parks in the 1980′s was to create an environmentally friendly space that the citizens of Seoul, Koreans, foreigners and tourists could enjoy. That is still the plan with the Renaissance project. The parks are also sometimes referred to the Hangang Citizens Parks.

Throughout the parks you can find an abundance of sporting facilities (over 257) including soccer fields, skateboarding and in-line skating parks, tennis courts, hiking / biking trails and many many more facilities. Plenty of water related sports are available and swimming pools.  All year round there is something for people to enjoy at the Hangnag Parks. Many events and festivals are held at each park.

Here is the list of Hangang Parks. Click on each park for information about that park and a map on how to get there.

Hangang Gangseo Park

Hangang Park Nanji

Hangang Mangwon Park

Hangang Seonyudo Park

Hangang Yanghwa Park

Hangang Yeouido Park

Hangang Ichon Park

Hangang Banpo Park

Hangang Jamwon Park

Hangang Ttukseom Park

Hangang Jamsil Park

Hangang Gwangnaru Park

Get out and explore one of the many Hangang Parks in Seoul. All parks are open 24 hours a day. Picnics and drinking are allowed in the parks. Please use the trash areas provided or take your rubbish home and keep the parks clean.

To learn more about the Hangang Parks or to reserve sporting facilities, check out the official site at http://hangang.seoul.go.kr/eng/index.html

Also, check out the Supia theme park located at Yeouido Hangang Park and Ttukseom Hangang Park.

Gwangnaru Hangang Park is the most easterly park in Seoul along the Hangang River. Gwangnaru park is 12 kilometers in length making it the biggest of all the 12 Hangang Parks. The park is known for it’s clean water, Seoul’s only water preservation region. All boats and water sports are [...]]]>

Gwangnaru Hangang Park

Gwangnaru Hangang Park is the most easterly park in Seoul along the Hangang River. Gwangnaru park is 12 kilometers in length making it the biggest of all the 12 Hangang Parks. The park is known for it’s clean water, Seoul’s only water preservation region. All boats and water sports are banned in the area. There is however an outdoor swimming pool located near the river banks.

This park is sometimes called Gwangnaru Bike Park as it has much to offer to cycling enthusiasts. There is a special bike racing track. The track includes special courses, ramps / jumps where more advanced bmx or mtb bikers can practice their moves. Like all Hangang Parks there is a bike trail which is over 5 kilometers long. There is a bike centre at Gwangnaru park. At this centre you can sit on and try out 80 unique bikes of all kinds. Some of the bikes have crazy designs like a square wheel bike or bike that rides sideways.

An in-line skate park is also available where you can learn how to skate from some of the experts or just have some fun. The in-line skate park is free to use but you must bring along your own protection. Gwangnaru Park has a lot more to offer and can be a great place to visit at the weekends and get away from the hustle and bustle of central Seoul. If you have any children, I’m sure they will enjoy the playgrounds that Gwangnaru park has to offer.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Hangang Gwangaru Park:

Take line 5 0r 8 to Cheonho station and leave exit 1 and head straight until you reach the park.

Alternatively, take line 8 to Amsa station and leave exit 4. Follow the map below.

Jamsil Hangang Park is located south of the Hangang River beside Jamsil Sports Complex (Olympic Stadium). Jamsil Park is 4.8 kilometers in length. Many people visit this park before or after an event or baseball game in the nearby stadiums. Along the river bank you will [...]]]>

Jamsil Hangang Park

Jamsil Hangang Park is located south of the Hangang River beside Jamsil Sports Complex (Olympic Stadium). Jamsil Park is 4.8 kilometers in length. Many people visit this park before or after an event or baseball game in the nearby stadiums. Along the river bank you will notice a small stream. This stream was built to help spawning fish when they are returning up stream. The main bridge has a small dam to control the flow of water and stops fish returning up stream to spawn.

At Jamsil Hangang Park you can find the Nature Learning Centre. The centre is used to provide educational learning experiences to children about flowers and the surrounding environment. You will never be bored at Jamsil Hangang Park with the amount of sports facilities available. There is a swimming pool, football field, running track, bike trail and many different types of courts.

Throughout the park you can find convenience stores, restaurants and a few romantic cafes with great views at night.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Jamsil Hangang Park:

Take line 2 to Jamsillaru Station and head for exit 3 or 4. The station is connected directly to the park. You can also get to the park from Shincheon station on line 2 and Jamsil Station on line 2 and 8. Follow the map below.

Ttukseom Hangang Park is 11.5 km in length and is located north of the Hangang River near Seoul Forest. Located inside Ttukseom Park is Ttukseom Supia Theme Park. The theme park is open all year round and has different activities [...]]]>

Ttukseom Hangang Park

Ttukseom Hangang Park is 11.5 km in length and is located north of the Hangang River near Seoul Forest. Located inside Ttukseom Park is Ttukseom Supia Theme Park. The theme park is open all year round and has different activities depending on the season e.g swimming pool in summer and ice rink in winter.

Of all the Hangang Parks, Ttukseom Park is one of the most fully developed parks for sporting enthusiasts. Ttukseom park has been around for a long time and well before the creation of the Hangang Parks. At the park you can find 4 tennis courts, 2 soccer fields, 6 basketball courts, 3 volleyball courts, 1 gate ball court, X-game area, an artificial rock climbing area, a swimming pool and 2 fitness areas. For people who like to get off land, there are Motor boating, Water Skiing, Windsurfing activities available.

There is a musical water fountain and a water screen. The water screen plays movies in the evening of the summer months. A movie projector is aimed at misty water that is sprayed up into the air. There is also something similar at Sentosa Island in Singapore.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Hangang Ttukseom Park:

Take line 7 to Ttukseom Resort Station and leave exit 2 or 3. The park is located right beside the station.
Alternatively, take line 2 to Konkuk University Station and leave exit 5. Take the first right and head straight all the way. About 15 minutes on foot.

Jamwon Hangang Park is located beside and connected to Banpo Hangang Park. Jamwon Park is located south of the Hangang River. The park is 5.4 kilometers in length. At Jamwon Hangang Park there is an outdoor swimming pool which is open from July to August and [...]]]>

Jamwon Hangang Park

Jamwon Hangang Park is located beside and connected to Banpo Hangang Park. Jamwon Park is located south of the Hangang River. The park is 5.4 kilometers in length. At Jamwon Hangang Park there is an outdoor swimming pool which is open from July to August and costs 3,000 won. There are also plenty of water sports activities for people to enjoy, an in-line skate area, a bike trail and a fitness area. For people looking to take a break from their busy week you can rest in the many field areas or visit the flower garden. At night,  people like to sit along the banks at the Hangang River to play music and drink.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Jamwon Hangang Park:

Take line 3 to Apgujeong station and leave exit 1. Follow the map Below.

Alternatively,  take line 3 to Shinsa station and leave exit 5. Follow the map below

Banpo Hangang Park is located south of the Hangang river beside Banpo Bridge. Banpo park is famous for the water light fountain show which is held at night. Banpo park has a wonderful artificial island called Seoraeseom. Seoraeseom is connected to the park by 3 [...]]]>

Floating Island at Banpo Hangang Park

Banpo Hangang Park is located south of the Hangang river beside Banpo Bridge. Banpo park is famous for the water light fountain show which is held at night. Banpo park has a wonderful artificial island called Seoraeseom. Seoraeseom is connected to the park by 3 bridges. The island is full of rape seed flowers and festivals in the summer and can be a great place for a walk or to take photographs. Recently 3 small islands with a building on each was opened. The islands are called the Floating Islands. They will be used for conferences, art exhibitions, cultural events and for water sport activities. It is here that Screens are set up along the Banpo banks to watch the big sporting events such as world cup matches, also concerts are held here.

There are plenty of sporting facilities, exercise areas and activities to keep you busy for the whole day. On the weekends the grass areas near the river banks are full with families having picnics and children playing in the playground. Couples enjoy renting and cycling tandem bicycles along the bike trail.

The Banpo Water Fountain is very popular with couples and families. The water light display spans the length of Banpo bridge and is the world’s longest fountain show. For more details visit or Banpo Bridge Page.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Banpo Hangang Park:

There are many stations nearby. See the map below. The closet station is Express Terminal Station on line 3 or 6. Leave exit B1 and follow the map below

Alternatively, take line 4 or 9 to Dongjak station and leave exit 1. Follow the map below.

Ichon Hangang Park is located north of the Hangang River. Across the banks is the Banpo Hangang Park. Ichon Park is located nearby to the National Museum of Korea. Ichon Park is great for strolling alongside the river bank while viewing all the flowers and [...]]]>

Ichon Hangang Park

Ichon Hangang Park is located north of the Hangang River. Across the banks is the Banpo Hangang Park. Ichon Park is located nearby to the National Museum of Korea. Ichon Park is great for strolling alongside the river bank while viewing all the flowers and plants that are planted here. For people who like to get out and do sports, there is plenty to do here. There is an X-Games Centre where you can roller skate and skateboard.  A roller skate rink, plenty of courts and fields for all different types of sports, a swimming pool, a bike trail which follows the river for 10 kilometres and all the usual facilities you will find in Hangang Parks such as toilets, showers, dressing rooms, fountains, playgrounds and shops.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day

How to get to Ichon Hangang Park:

Take line 1 or 4 to Ichon Station and leave exit 3-1 and follow the map below.

Yeouido Hangang Park is located on Yeouido Island, the main financial, government and broadcasting area of Seoul. Yeouido Park is one of the most popular Hangang Parks as it has a lot to offer and it is conveniently located in the centre of Seoul. A whole range of year round events and activities are available [...]]]>

Yeouido Hangang Park

Yeouido Hangang Park is located on Yeouido Island, the main financial, government and broadcasting area of Seoul. Yeouido Park is one of the most popular Hangang Parks as it has a lot to offer and it is conveniently located in the centre of Seoul. A whole range of year round events and activities are available and enjoyed by many. Located in the park is the Hangang Yeouido Supia Theme Park. In summer outdoor swimming pools are available, while in winter they are turned into ice skating rinks. In Autumn there are festivals and a firework show while in spring people enjoy the thousands of cherry blossoms located in and around Yeouido Hangang Park.

Across from Yeouido Hangang Park is Bamseom which is a pair of small islands. There is no access to Bamseon for the general public. It is a natural bird sanctuary and used by migratory birds every year. There are a few observatory points which are used to study the birds’ activities but special permission is needed to visit them.

At Yeouido Hangang Park there is plenty for everyone to do. In summer months a visit to Yeouido Supia Theme Park is highly recommended. For people interested in sports there are plenty of things to do. They have a golf course, in-line skate park, a multi purpose sports area, courts for all types of sports and a bike trail. For those who wish to relax you can find plenty of quite green areas, benches, water-friendly terraces and fields with different themes.There is also an ecological park and a nature exploration area.

Opening Hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Hangang Yeouido Park:

Take line 5 to Yeouinaru station and leave exit 2 or 3. The park is located right beside the station.

Alternatively, take line 9 to the National Assembly Building Station and leave exit 1 and follow the map below.

Yanghwa Hangang Park is located south of the Hangang River with Seonyudo Island just across the shore. Yanghwa Hangang Park stretches for over 11 kilometers in length. You can access Seonyudo Island from Yanghwa Park using the pedestrian bridge. Yanghwa park has a lot of recreational flatland green areas which [...]]]>

Yanghwa Hangang Park

Yanghwa Hangang Park is located south of the Hangang River with Seonyudo Island just across the shore. Yanghwa Hangang Park stretches for over 11 kilometers in length. You can access Seonyudo Island from Yanghwa Park using the pedestrian bridge. Yanghwa park has a lot of recreational flatland green areas which are perfect for relaxing on, getting a tan or playing a bit of frisbee or recreational sports. There is also a rose garden where you can see colourful roses against the backdrop of the Hangang River.

Like all the other Hangang Parks there are plenty of sports facilities including a soccer field, volleyball and basketball courts. If you are interested in water activities you can find plenty to do here as water skiing and wind surfing arw quite popular. There is also a long bike course, the world’s biggest world cup fountain and a common reed forest trail.

Opening hours

The park is open 24 hours a day.

How to get to Hangang Yanghwa Park:

Take line 2 or 9 to Dangsan station and the park is located a 5 minute walk away. Follow the map below.