Published Date : Dec 01, 2025 / Edited Date : Dec 01, 2025
Trace the Lost Songpagang River: Rediscovering Jamsil Island’s Past
The Jamsil walking course is designed for office workers seeking a peaceful moment within their busy schedules. Just a century ago, what is now the bustling downtown area of Jamsil and Seokchon Lake was actually an island in the Hangang River. As you walk this path, you will follow the layers of history hidden within the urban landscape. It is an invitation to rediscover the spaces you pass by every day through fresh eyes and find a moment of quiet for yourself.
Walking Tour Details
Walking Course
Exit 3 of Jamsil Station
Samjeondobi Monument
Songpanaru Park
The Gallery HOSU
Seokchon Lake
Duration
About 40 minutes
Meeting Place
Exit 3 (Headhouse), Jamsil Station
Course TIP
Experience programs are not included in the walking tour.
This monument was erected in 1639 by the Qing dynasty to mark their victory over Joseon following the Qing invasion of 1636. It stands on the original site at Samjeondo, near Seokchon Lake in modern-day Seoul, where King Injo formally surrendered. Over the centuries, the monument was repeatedly buried and unearthed. It was finally returned to the hill overlooking Seokchon West Lake in 2010.
Songpanaru Park
This public park, encompassing both Seokchon East and West Lakes, was once the site of the Songpanaru Quay. During the Joseon period, this quay served as a major inland water transport hub on the Hangang River.
The Gallery HOSU
This public art museum opened in 2024 by the Songpa-gu government. It features two exhibition halls on the underground and ground floors. Inspired by the landscape around Seokchon Lake, visitors can enjoy beautiful lake views from different angles on each floor.
Seokchon Lake
Seokchon Lake is a man-made reservoir that was once part of the Songpagang River, a main tributary of the Hangang River during the Joseon period. Its current form is the result of the 1971 Comprehensive Hangang River Development Project, which followed repeated flooding of the Songpagang River. Today, Songpa-daero splits the lake into East and West sections.
본 코스는 보행약자(거동이 불편한 고령자, 장애인, 유모차 이용자 등)를 위한 코스입니다.
보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
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예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
해설 진행 시 발생하는 안전사고에 대해서 도보관광 사무국과 서울문화관광해설사는 책임을 지지 않습니다.
미세먼지 비상저감조치 발령 및 기타 기상악화(폭염, 태풍, 폭우 등)로 인해 도보관광 운영이 어려운 경우 모든 예약은 일괄 취소됩니다. (관광일 전날 기준)
Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation) ※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation) ※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)