Nanji Water Playground: Seoul’s Han River Pool for Families
Last Updated on June 29, 2026
Are you ready to get outside and go swimming this summer in Seoul? The Nanji Water Playground (난지한강물놀이장) is probably the cheapest infinity pool in Seoul, Korea or anywhere else for that matter. And on top of that, it’s family friendly!
If you want a great Han Riverside pool for kids, this is great. Let’s get swimming this summer in Seoul. There are quite a few awesome pools that sit along the Han River, but this is the only one, that I’m aware of, that is set up to emulate a beach slope heading out and then stops just short of the Han River. It’s picturesque, it’s fun, and it will cool you off this summer in Seoul.
Get ready to find this awesome infinity pool on the Han River to go swimming this summer in Seoul:
- How To Get There
- Basic Info
- What To See and Do
- Nanji Park Beyond The Pool
- What else to do with kids in Seoul
- FAQ
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How To Get There
Address: 487-257 Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul (마포구 상암동 487-257, 난지 한강공원 내).
By car: The easiest approach, parking lots sit right at the park.
By public transportation: Buses 8777 and 9707 stop at Nanji Han River Park. Alternatively, ride a bike along the Han River path to get there, bike rentals are available in several of the Han River parks.
Basic Info
Open: Usually Mid-June ~ End of August
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00am ~ 6:00pm; Friday – Sunday: 9:00am ~ 10:00pm (Note there are break times from 12:00pm ~ 1:00pm and 5:30pm ~ 6:00pm)
Admission: Adults: W3,000; Teenagers: W2,000; Children: W1,000; Children under 6 get in free
What To See and Do
This pool is set in the World Cup Parks area which is one of my favorite parks in the city and is definitely under appreciated as a whole. The wooden deck at this pool has umbrellas provided and are first come first serve. People sitting on that platform can only use the umbrellas provided. From there, there are concrete steps going up to a secondary platform that has no covering.
On this platform, families bring their own tents to set up for the duration of their time at the pool. Obviously, you do not have to bring tents, but Koreans LOVE their tents and with absolutely no covering, it isn’t ideal for small children so pretty much everyone had a tent, including us.
A bit further back is another wooden deck that is covered by one huge long white umbrella-ish tent-ish cover. Here, many families without tents set up shop though you can’t really get a good view of the pool from there so if you are a parent and want to keep on eye on the young ones, you’d want to be a bit closer than that.
The views from the whole water playground are just stunning. The Han River from morning until evening and the busy city on the south side of the river glisten in the summer sunlight. It’s an ideal location to enjoy a day at the pool, soaking up some rays and getting good and soaked. It is NOT the pool to go to if you want to do laps as the deep end just really isn’t that deep and it’s not straight but a half circle abutting Nanji Park so keep that in mind.
It is perfect for the budget traveler wanting to experience an infinity pool with gorgeous views at a can’t be beat price AND for the families looking for a pool that caters to small children. The pool set up in this fashion is perfect for small children. The entire inner edge that is flanked by a wooden deck is shallow and then gradually gets deeper as it nears the river though doesn’t get more than 4 feet or so.
Lifeguards are always on duty and there is also a convenience store to get everything you need for a good day out. The pool works on a 45 minute swim time, 15 minute break time schedule every hour and is great for the whole family.
Nanji Park Beyond The Pool
If the pool isn’t enough, Nanji Park just behind the pool is great because it also offers a bike park, where you can rent bikes, trikes and more if you don’t ride one there. There are also baseball fields, camping plots and a nearby ecological park and so much more to explore. The whole Nanji Park is a great place to spend a summer day.
What else to do with kids in Seoul
If you’re interested in other kid friendly spots in Seoul, also be sure to check out and all these things to do with kids in Seoul and these ones too:
FAQ
When is Nanji Water Playground open?
Mid-July to mid-August, 9:00am-7:00pm daily. Check ahead of your visit as opening and closing dates can shift slightly year to year.
How much does it cost to swim at Nanji Water Playground?
Adults ₩3,000; Teenagers ₩2,000; Children ₩1,000; Children under 6 are free.
Is Nanji Water Playground good for young children?
Yes, the beach-style gradual entry makes it one of the better Han River pool options for small kids specifically. The shallow edge lets them wade independently while parents watch from close by, and the 45-minute swim / 15-minute rest schedule keeps the pool from getting too chaotic.
Do I need to bring my own tent or umbrella?
Not required, but strongly recommended if you plan to stay for a few hours. The provided umbrellas in the main wooden deck zone are first-come, first-served and fill up quickly. Most Korean families bring their own tents for the second platform area.
How do I get to Nanji Water Playground by public transit?
Buses 8777 and 9707 stop at Nanji Han River Park. You can also bike along the Han River path, bike rentals are available at several Han River parks along the route.
Are there other Han River pools?
Yes, Mangwon, Yeouido, Jamwon, Ttukseom, Jamsil, and Gwangnaru pools all operate along the river during summer. Nanji is the only one with the beach-slope gradual entry, which makes it distinct for families with very young children.
A summer afternoon at Nanji, between the pool schedule and a bike ride through the park afterward, is the kind of low-cost, high-quality Seoul day that’s easy to overlook when you’re planning a trip. The view over the river alone justifies the ₩3,000 admission.
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One Comment
Vyjay
The Nanji infinity pool looks like a great place to chill out and banish the summer blues. The fact that it is cheap is the icing on the cake. Would love to head out there.