Grand Walkerhill Riverpark (Outdoor swimming pool) (그랜드 워커힐 리버파크 수영장(야외수영장))
Grand Walkerhill Riverpark (Outdoor swimming pool) (그랜드 워커힐 리버파크 수영장(야외수영장))
– Homepage
www.walkerhill.com
– Tel
+82-2-450-4630
Grand Walker Hill Riverpark is a swimming pool using water comprised of alkali ingredients such as sodium and potassium from underground granite. Since it opened in 1994, the Riverpark is one of Seoul’s most popular summer getaways to enjoy swimming. Located by the Hangang River and Achasan Mountain, it provides fresh air as well as the beautiful nature scenery. People can use any of the various facilities, including the main pool, lazy river, swimming pool for children, pool-side restaurant offering special summer lunch, and sun tanning beds.
– Address : 177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-450-4630
– Parking
Available
– Reservation Fee
Opens in summer period
– Operating Hours
Refer to the website
– Subsidiary Facilities
Golf range, tennis court, jogging course, fitness club
– Main Facilities
Main pool, children’s pool, lazy river, buffet, etc.
◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox
⊙ Achasanseong Fortress (아차산성)
View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →
– Homepage
www.gwangjin.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
www.cha.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
– Tel
+82-2-450-7593
Achasanseongseong Fortress boasts magnificent views of the Hangang River and skyline. The 200m-high mountain fortress wall was built to face southeast, towards the Hangang River. It is also called Janghan-seong or Gwangjang-seong. A fierce battle was once fought here among Gogury, Baekje and Silla because of its strategic location during the period of the Three Kingdoms. King Gae-Ro of Baekje (r. 455-475) died in the war by the Goguryeo forces sent by King Jang-Su (r. 413-491) and General Ondal of Goguryeo was also killed in a battle with the Silla army in 590.
Achasan Mountain is popular as a citizens’ resting place with a historical trail and a natural park including various facilities such as walkway, mountain walkway, a badminton court, a wrestling range, an archery range, various amusement facilities for children, benches, and pavilion.
⊙ Achasan Ecological Park (아차산생태공원)
View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →
– Homepage
www.gwangjin.go.kr
– Tel
+82-2-450-1655
Achasan Ecological Park was established under the Seoul Metropolitan Government’s Five Year Plan for Urban Green Expansion. Through various events and activities, the park provides opportunities to experience and learn about nature and its ecology. Major facilities include Eco Park, Rendezvous Square, Red Clay Road, Barefoot Path, Pine Forest, Mineral Spring, Eco Trail and pergolas.
⊙ Namu Hotel (나무호텔)
– Homepage
https://www.stayfolio.com/findstay/namu-hotel
– Tel
+82-2-456-3271
Namu Hotel, which received the Institute of Architects Award, is a hotel with a distictive design. Rather than having the main entrance on a main road, the hotel must be entered through the alley. Each room has its own unique style in terms of structure and furniture arrangement. Most rooms also feature a blacony that allows guests to be one with nature while also being protected from outside forces. Enjoy a soak in the outdoor bathtub to relax.
⊙ Olive Young – Gwangnaru Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 광나루역)
– Homepage
oliveyoung.co.kr
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⊙ Achasan Mountain (아차산)
View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →
– Homepage
www.visitseoul.net
– Tel
+82-2-450-1655
Achasan Mountain is a 295m-high mountain that stretches across Seoul and the city of Guri. Its proximity to the city makes it an accessible destination for hiking in Seoul. The hiking trails are maintained quite well, so even beginners can enjoy hiking in the mountain. From the summit of Achasan Mountain, one can enjoy the beautiful view of Seoul and the Hangang River. In fall, the mountain is famous for its fall colors as well.
⊙ Achasan Sunrise Festival (아차산 해맞이 축제)
View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →
– Homepage
www.gwangjin.go.kr
– Tel
+82-2-450-7596
Achasan Mountain offers a great view of the sunrise in Seoul, preventing the need to travel all the way to the East Sea to enjoy this beautiful sight. Achasan Mountain is a popular spot to watch the sunrise as it is easily accessible using public transportation and takes only about 15 minutes to hike up to the viewing spot. Hikers and non-hikers alike gather on New Year’s Day to greet the sun as the hiking trail consists of well-managed, gradual slopes.
⊙ Gwangnaru Hangang Park (광나루한강공원)
View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →
– Homepage
hangang.seoul.go.kr
– Tel
+82-2-3780-0501
Hangang Citizen’s Park, composed of 12 areas including Jamsil, Ttukseom and Jamwon, is an eco-friendly park providing areas for sports and leisure. The park is equipped with various cultural and recreational facilities and also has an ecological park. Gwangnaru Hangang Park formed naturally through rich silt that flowed in from the upper Hangang River that was then filled with reeds, creating an ideal habitat for groups of migratory birds.
