首尔环城步道 2.0

An iris-themed ecological park spanning 52,417 m², divided into 12 themes for ecology, recreation, and rest.

Named for the shape of water drops falling from a huge cliff. Many exposed rocks but climbable.

A Jogye Order branch temple founded in 671 by the great Buddhist priest Wonhyo. Monk Hyegeun practiced here during the Goryeo Dynasty.

Korea's first urban recreational forest near Danggogae Stn (Line 4). Gentle slopes, scenic views. Opened 2024.

In 1624 (2nd year of King Injo, Joseon), the temple was relocated. Famous for a 22.7 m rock-carved seated Avalokitesvara built in 1872.

Named after the large rock on the mountain top that resembles a Buddha (Bul-am = Buddha rock).

Spans Mangu-dong and Myeonmok-dong. Burial place of 9 notable figures including writers, scholars, and artists.

A history-themed park featuring graves of Han Yong-un, Bang Jeong-hwan (founder of Children's Day), and painter Lee Jung-seob.

A family-themed campground with picnic areas. Healthy forest, ecological education park for youth and small outdoor activities.

In the past, Achasan was called Namhaengsan. It bulged towards the south. Locals also call it Akkisan, Aksan, Ekkesan, or Eksan.

Considering excavated relics, the forts on Achasan appear to be remains from the Three Kingdoms period. Likely a Goguryeo fortification.

Lee Yang-jung, a loyal supporter of the Goryeo Dynasty, retreated here after the fall of Goryeo. The mountain bears his memory.

Neolithic ruins of pit houses dating to 4000–3000 BC. Excavated and restored 1981–1988, then opened as a settlement-site park.

On the eastern outskirts of Seoul. From Baedari in Gambok-dong to Choi-dong, it stretches roughly 5 km north–south. Designated as an Urban Nature Park in 1971.

In the late Goryeo period, the scholar Yi Jip fled to a cave at Iljasan, where he lived under the nickname "Duncho" to commemorate his hardships.

A protected ecological area in Songpa-gu along Wireseong-daero, preserving urban wetland habitat for waterfowl and rare plants.

Located south of Gaepo-dong and Irwon-dong of Gangnam-gu. Near Heolleung. The royal tombs of King Taejong and Empress Wongyeong.

Mountain of nine dragons. Legend says a pregnant woman screamed at the sight of 10 dragons ascending to heaven, causing one to fall. Only 9 reached the heavens.

Named because the mountain resembles a sleeping cow ("U-myeon" = cow-face). Also called Gwanamsan. Said to look like a huge rock wearing a crown.

Said to have been founded in 384 AD by Maranata, a monk from India. The great Buddhist priest Boyu stayed here in the Joseon Dynasty.

A festival theater, concert hall, art gallery, museum, and learning center accommodating a wide range of arts activities.

The summit is composed of rocks. Named because it looks like it is wearing a "gat". A Korean traditional hat. Large rocks and huge peaks form a magnificent view.

The holy place where Gang Gam-chan, a Goryeo Dynasty general, was born. Named after a legend that a star fell the day he was born.

The ruins of a church where three Catholic priests are buried. Martyred during the Gihae Persecution in 1839. Coincidentally, the name Samseongsan also originates from three Buddhist priests who lived here as ascetics in the late Goryeo Dynasty.

34.8 km long. Originates at Anyangsa Temple in Samseongsan Mountain. The section from Anyang-si to where it meets the Hangang River is designated as a national stream.

Divided into four areas. Forest Field, Lake Garden, Wetland, and Botanic Garden. Tropical and Mediterranean species in a large dome greenhouse. Free entrance to most zones.

Located in Nanjido-gil, Mapo-gu. Built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Capacity of 66,806 people.

Five areas: Pyeonghwa Park, Haneul Park, Noeul Park, Nanjicheon Park, and Nanji Hangang Park. Created to commemorate the first World Cup of the 21st century.

Bongsan (209m) sits on the border of Gusan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu and Goyang-si. Named for the beacon on the summit. Around 100 tree species including hornbeams flourish here.

A 73,478 m² conservation area home to a rare large colony of Sorbus trees. Making this area conservation-significant.

Along with Baekdusan, Jirisan, Geumgangsan, and Myohyangsan, Bukhansan is one of the five great mountains of Korea. Includes the granite peaks Insubong and Mangyeongdae. 14 fortress gates including Daeseomun and Bogungmun still retain their original shape.

Promotes understanding of cultures from Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Hands-on programs for crafts, cooking, food tasting, and traditional dance.

In Pyeongchang-dong cluster of museums. Showcases Korean publishing history.

Houses art archives and reference materials in Pyeongchang-dong's museum district.

Part of the Seoul Museum of Art network. Archives of contemporary Korean art.

Connects the ridges of Bukhansan and Dobongsan along a gentle path at the foot of the mountains. Passes through Jongno-gu, Eunpyeong-gu, Seongbuk-gu, Dobong-gu, Gangbuk-gu, and Yangju-si. The trail has 21 sections.

A Joseon-era temple, now offering Templestay programs. Reachable from Suyu Stn (Line 4).

Templestay-certified temple in Jeongneung. A quiet retreat below Bukhansan ridges.

Seven columns of the central tower represent the spirit of the April Revolution. 20 funeral codes and guardian statues surround the site. Commemorating the 1960 student uprising that toppled the Rhee regime.

Templestay-certified temple. Overlap with the previous course's ending tour place.

On the border of Dobong-gu and the northern parts of Seoul / Uijeongbu-si. Highest peak Jaunbong (740.2 m). Along with Bukhansan, Dobongsan is part of the Bukhansan Mountain network bordered by Uiryeong Pass.

Templestay-certified temple at the foot of Dobongsan Mountain, founded in the Goryeo era.