Book Shelter Space

A place where you and your child can discover books in nature, Chaekswimteo Space

What makes Sangam Neighborhood Park Chaekswimteo Space special

• Surrounded by nature inside Sangam Neighborhood Park in Mapo-gu, Seoul, Chaekswimteo Space is a cozy and warm building made with eco-friendly wood.
• Large windows let in plenty of sunlight, so while reading, you can also enjoy views of green trees, the sky, and the park.

Spaces and environment for children

• This is a one-story standalone building, featuring a clean interior with white and wood tones and a high ceiling.
• Around 2,700 books organized by category are available, so not only children but the whole family can choose books they like and enjoy reading.
• Next to the building, there is a forest experience area for young children and an ecological pond, so after reading, your kids can run around in nature or enjoy hands-on activities.

Visitor environment and amenities

• Designed like a book cafe, it has comfortable chairs, desks, and a wooden window-side seating area, making it a nice place to stay for a long time.
• The restroom is located in the same building, but it is separated from the reading area.
• Free Wi-Fi is provided, and convenience facilities such as an accessible restroom are also well equipped.
• Each seat has a power outlet and USB port, so you can charge a laptop or phone as well.

Visitor information and helpful tips

• Operating hours are 9 AM to 6 PM on weekdays, and it is regularly closed on weekends. This may change later.
• You can visit on the same day and enter right away without a reservation.
• It is free to use, and the space is spacious and clean, making it a great place for reading quietly or focusing on study.

Recommended reasons to visit

• It is a special place where you can enjoy nature and read leisurely with your child without having to go far from the city.
• If you get tired while reading, you can take a walk outside the building or get even closer to nature at the nearby forest experience area.
• It is recommended when you want to chat quietly with family, friends, or neighbors, or spend the day in a cozy atmosphere.

Chaekswimteo Space at a glance

• Location: Inside Sangam Neighborhood Park, 1761 Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
• Main spaces: Book cafe, program room, wooden window-side seating area
• Amenities: Power outlets, USB ports, Wi-Fi, accessible restroom, and more
• Hours: 9 AM to 6 PM on weekdays, closed on weekends, subject to change
• How to use: Same-day walk-in, no reservation needed
• Nearby activities: Nature experience facilities such as the forest experience area for young children and the ecological pond

"Chaekswimteo Space is a special place where you and your child can stay close to books in nature and add meaningful rest and memories to your day. Stop by during a walk or family outing!"