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※ The actual region of the content is selected.It’s official. The heatwave has begun. Luckily for us, we have Hangang swimming pools - cool summer getaways that can be easily accessed via public transportation. The perfect places to visit this summer, here’s everything you need to know about these public pools.
Not only do the pools offer visitors a place to swim inside the city, but they also serve as an affordable summer getaway for the locals. Fully equipped with adult pools, youth pools, children and kiddie pools, lockers, changing rooms, shower facilities, sunbed, and more, Hangang swimming pools also have amenities like food booths and stores for the convenience of its visitors.
Period (As of 2019) June 28 - August 25
Hours 09:00 - 19:00 (15-minute break every hour)
Admission Adults KRW 5,000 / Teenagers KRW 4,000 / Children KRW 3,000
* Free for 6 years & under
Unlike other regular pools, Nanji Gangbyeon Water Park is structured to look like a performance hall. In addition, the outer edge of the pool is set up against Hangang River to make it look like an infinity pool. The deepest part of the pool reaches 0.8 m, making this a great pool for family with kids.
Address 487-257, Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-2-3151-0256
Fee Tanning Bed KRW 10,000 / Locker KRW 2,000
Featuring pools structured like streams, Yanghwa Water Park is a water park and playground overlooking Hangang River. Featuring a separate area for sunbeds and tents, this place also has various food booths selling cup ramen, tteokbokki, chicken, hot dog, kimbab, and sundae.
Address 27-4, Yanghwa-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-70-4200-5418
Fee Tanning Bed KRW 10,000 / Locker KRW 2,000
Yeouido Swimming Pool has an adult pool, youth pool, kiddie pool, and a separate tanning zone. Every year, coast guards offer free swimming lessons twice a day. Participants must be over 8 years old and must either sign up by phone (Incheon Coast Guards +82-2-761-7122) or on-site to take these classes.
Address 82-3, Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-2-785-0478
Fee Tanning Bed KRW 10,000 / Locker KRW 2,000
We highly recommend Jamwon Swimming Pool for those looking for a pool with a lot of shade. Equipped with both an adult and kiddie pool, Jamwon Swimming Pool can be enjoyed by people of all ages. There are many canopies and food stalls set up around the pool, making this pool a popular resting spot for visitors.
Address 121-8, Jamwon-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-2-536-8263
Fee Tanning Bed KRW 10,000 / Locker KRW 2,000
Surrounded by Lotte World Tower and other high-rise buildings, Jamsil Swimming Pool offers an impressive scenery. Time seems to just fly by as you play and explore the various water floats and facilities set up throughout the pool.
Address 1-1, Jamsil-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-2-421-2564
Fee Tanning Bed KRW 10,000 / Locker KRW 2,000 / Adventure 1-Day Pass KRW 10,000
(Includes access to other pool activities/facilities. Please refer to website for more details.)
Conveniently located nearby a subway station, Ttukseom Swimming Pool features a 4 m deep aqua ring pool with various sprinklers to cool down from the summer heat.
Address 112, Jayang-dong, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-2-452-5955
Fee Tanning Bed KRW 10,000 / Locker KRW 2,000
Just in time for summer vacation, Gwangnaru Swimming Pool comes equipped with water ball, pedal boat, water slides, and more for kids to enjoy this summer. Kids must wear life vests at all time, so make sure to bring one with you.
Address 637-6, Amsa-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
Tel +82-2-470-9561
Fee Locker KRW 2,000