Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Swimming
Outdoor pools open in July and August in the Han River parks and include
Yeouido Hangang Swimming
Pool
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)
and
Ttukseom Swimming Pool
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)
. Itaewon's Hamilton Hotel has a popular out-
door pool open to nonguests.
Winter Sports
From December to February a handful of ski resorts within easy reach of Seoul (an hour
or less by bus) open. There can be free shuttle buses from Seoul, but you might also want
to look into travel-agency package deals that include transport, accommodation, ski-
equipment hire and lift passes.
During the same months, skate under the stars at the magical, inexpensive ice-skating
Swimming pools along the Han River are also turned into skating rinks, as are the pools at
the Grand Hyatt Seoul and Banyan Tree Club & Spa. Lotte World's indoor ice-skating
rink is open all year.
Lonely Planet's Top Choices
Cycle along the Han River
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) Hire a bicycle and get some exercise on the lanes running either side
of the Han.
Takewondo Experience Program
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)
Join a practice session for this martial art at Namsangol Han-
ok Village.
Ice Skating on Seoul Plaza
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) Enjoy this central outdoor rink set up each winter next to City Hall.
Watching a baseball game
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) Head to Jamsil Sports Complex and cheer along with the crowds.
Best for Skiing
USO, the American troops' activities organisation, runs ski tours to this resort and anyone is welcome to join.
