Seoul Grand Park & Seoul Land: The Ultimate Guide

If you’re looking for a fun day filled with adventure, nature, and family activities, amusement parks are a great choice in Korea. Two of the most popular ones are Seoul Grand Park and Seoul Land, both located within the same park complex. Situated in Gwacheon, just south of Seoul, this large park area is a favorite among both locals and tourists —and for good reason!

How to get to Seoul Grand Park and Seoul Land from Seoul?

Since Seoul Grand Park and Seoul Land are located in the same complex, it’s easy to visit both places in one trip. The area is very popular among locals and easy to reach, but having a quick guide is helpful. So, we recommend 3 simple ways to get there from Seoul: By Subway, by car and by taxi.

• Subway (~26 mins): Seoul Grand Park’s closest subway is the Grand Park Station on Line no. 4. Exit No. 1, 2, 3 will lead you to the park.
• Car: If you go by your own car, you can type in your navigation app the address of Seoul Grand Park. It is 102 Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. The location of Seoul Land is at 181 Gwangmyeong-ro, in the city of Gwacheon, in the province of Gyeonggi-do.

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Getting to Seoul Land from Seoul Grand Park by Elephant Train

After you come out of Seoul Grand Park Station (Exit 2), walk straight until you see the lake. You can get tickets and more information at the Information Center. From there, you can take the Elephant Train, which directly takes you to Seoul Land.

The train has a small fee:

• 2,000 KRW for adults
• 1,500 KRW for teens (13–18 years)
• 1,000 KRW for children (36 months to 12 years)

About Seoul Grand Park

• Address: 102 Daegongwongwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
• Open hours: 9:00 – 18:00 daily
• Contact: +82 2-500-7336
• Website: https://grandpark.seoul.go.kr/main/en.do 

Seoul Grand Park (서울대공원) is one of the biggest and most exciting parks in South Korea, offering a mix of nature, wildlife, and fun attractions—all centered around the beautiful Gwacheon Lake. Funny thing—despite the name, Seoul Grand Park isn’t actually in Seoul! It’s in Gwacheon, but it’s super close—only about a 25-minute drive from the city.

There’s so much to explore here! You can visit the Seoul Zoo, Theme Garden, Children’s Zoo, and the Seoul Land Theme Park—each with its own unique rides, animals, shows, and seasonal festivals.

The park is also a favorite spot during spring for its cherry blossoms and during autumn for the colorful foliage.

Things to do in Seoul Grand Park

Enjoy a Leisure Walk

Sometimes the best thing to do is just slow down and take a walk. Seoul Grand Park has peaceful walking trails surrounded by trees and flowers. It’s super refreshing, especially in spring when everything’s blooming or in autumn when the leaves turn those gorgeous red and orange colors.

Ride the Sky Lift

If you want a great view of Seoul Grand Park without doing a lot of walking, try the Sky Lift. It’s a relaxing cable car ride that lets you see the park from above. You can enjoy beautiful views of mountains, cherry blossoms in spring, the zoo, and Gwacheon Lake.

There are two Sky Lift lines in the park:

• Line 1 is outside the zoo. It runs between the Sky Lift Main Building (near Seoul Grand Park Station, Exit 2) and the zoo entrance (North Gate).
• Line 2 is inside the zoo. You’ll need a zoo ticket to use it. It takes you from the zoo entrance up to the top part of the zoo.

For ticket price and more details about Sky Lift, view here

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 Visit the Seoul Zoo

Seoul Grand Park Zoo is the largest and the first zoo ever built in Korea. Back then, it started with animals like kangaroos, camels, Siberian tigers, ostriches, and more.

Today, the zoo is home to around 3,000 animals from all over the world, including some rare and endangered species. There’s also a fun theme park, a special zoo for kids, and even a botanical garden where you can see over 1,200 different kinds of plants. You can get around the zoo by using the Seoul Zoo Free Circulation Electric Shuttle Bus.

 Stroll Through the Theme Garden

The Theme Garden is such a pretty part of the park. You’ll find flower beds, rose gardens, and even a greenhouse with tropical plants. It’s a great place for a casual stroll or to snap some Instagram-worthy photos. If you visit during the flower festivals, it’s even more colorful and magical.

Explore the Healing Forest

The Healing Forest at Seoul Grand Park is a quiet and peaceful place to relax in nature. It’s in the Cheonggyesan area, which has been well protected since the park was built in 1984.

You can enjoy walking on the Healing Forest Trail, try the Barefoot Trail, smell the plants in the Aroma Garden, and rest in the Forest Plaza. There’s also a special area called the Water, Wind & Sunshine Healing Zone where you can feel closer to nature.

Try Forest Therapy

Forest bathing at Seoul Grand Park is a relaxing way to enjoy nature. You walk through peaceful forest trails, breathe in fresh air, and let your body and mind rest. The best time to go is between 10 AM and 12 PM when the air is clean and filled with natural scents from the trees.

The trail is about 7 km long and takes around 2.5 hours to finish. You’ll pass through different forest zones like Fairy Pond Forest, Ice Valley Forest, and Reading Forest. There are picnic areas, springs with fresh water, and shaded spots to rest. If you want a shorter walk, there are easier paths that take less than an hour.

Enjoy Camping in Nature

Camping at Seoul Grand Park is a fun and relaxing way to enjoy nature. The campsite is located just behind the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and offers a peaceful spot surrounded by trees and fresh air. There’s a stream to play in, space for sports, and shower facilities too.

You don’t need to bring much because tents are already set up, and you can rent any camping gear you need. Read more about The 5 Best Campsites in Seoul and tips to enjoy camping in Korea.

About Seoul Land

• Location: 181 Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
• Opening hours: Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 21:00, Saturday & Sunday: 9:30 – 22:00 
• Website: seoulland
• Instagram: today_seoulland

Seoul Land is a large amusement park in Gwacheon, near Seoul. It was the first theme park in Korea, opened in 1988, and is still one of the most popular places to visit. The park is part of Seoul Grand Park and covers a big area of over 300,000 square meters. There are fun rides, family activities, shows, and learning programs for everyone to enjoy.

Seoul Land ticket

Seoul Land Admission Tickets

Separately charged facilities

Seoul Zoo (Included Sky Lift) Ticket Seoul

$4.85

Additional Information

• Adult (ranging in age from 19 to 64), Youth (those aged 13 to 18), Children (ranging in age from 3 to 12)
• Adults over 65 are eligible to pay the children’s fee. Please produce a valid ID.
• Infants who have not yet reached the age of 36 months are admitted free of charge.
• A separate price is required to enter experience facilities, coin facilities, special exhibitions, concerts, and seasonal facilities. These types of facilities fall under the category of seasonal facilities.
• After 4:00 in the afternoon, the night-time rate kicks in.
• Please call the Seoul Land ticket office at 02-509-6000 for any additional information.

Seoul Land’s Layout

Seoul Land comprises five distinct thematic areas, each with its unique allure: World Plaza, Adventure Land, Character Town, Tomorrowland, and Samchulli Land.

• World Plaza is the main entrance of the park. It has the information center, ticket booths, and shops.
• Adventure Land is on the right side of World Plaza. It has fun and exciting rides for adventure lovers.
• Character Town (Fantasy Land) is up-right from World Plaza. This area has rides and attractions based on popular characters and cartoons.
• Tomorrow Land is at the back of the park. It has rides and attractions about the future and technology.
• Samchulli Land is on the left side of Tomorrow Land. This area has rides and shows related to Korean culture.

Check out the full map here!

Must-Visit Rides in Seoul Land

Black Hole 2000

It is one of the longest and most thrilling roller coasters in South Korea, with a track length of more than 1,000 meters (3,281 feet), speeds of up to 85 kilometers per hour (53 miles per hour), and a vertical drop of more than 30 meters (98 feet). Those who crave the adrenaline rush should give it a shot because of the astounding speeds and the tremendous vertical drop.

Turning Mecard Racing

Turning Mecard Racing is the first roller coaster in Korea with a special themed train. It was inspired by the popular cartoon Turning Mecard. The ride is fun and safe for kids and families. It runs on a high rail, so you can enjoy great views of the whole park while riding.

Sky X

Sky X is a super exciting ride for thrill lovers. It drops over 50 meters and goes from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds. The ride has cool twists and turns like a cobra roll and a zero-gravity roll. It’s fast, fun, and full of action. There is an extra fee to ride Sky X.

The Big Merry-Go-Round

The merry-go-round (or carousel) is a classic ride in amusement parks. It gives gentle spins, making it perfect for young children. One special version is said to have a hidden dragon on it—so keep an eye out for good luck! For safety, children under 110 cm must ride with an adult.

World Cup

Feel the thrill of soccer on the World Cup ride, shaped like a big soccer ball. It spins and jumps like a powerful kick. You’ll experience seven full spins in a row for extra fun. To ride, you must be at least 130 cm tall.

Top Spin

Next is the Top Spin ride, a fast and spinning attraction that turns seven times in a row without stopping. It’s a wild experience that might make you feel like you’re still spinning even after it ends. For safety, only people between 140 cm and 185 cm tall can ride.

Larva Twister

Next is the Larva Twister, a fun ride that spins you in all directions using colorful golf club arms. Just sit back, close your eyes, and enjoy the cool breeze on your face. It’s a ride that will leave you feeling excited and breathless. Children under 110 cm must ride with an adult.

Motion Theater

The Motion Theater offers a fun and exciting 3D and 4D experience that makes you feel like you’re really riding through forests and rivers. The third row is known to give the best view. For safety, children under 110 cm must ride with an adult.

Shot Drop

The Shot Drop is a thrilling ride where you free fall from over 20 stories high. It goes up and down quickly, like bouncing and launching at the same time. It’s great for older teens and adults. To ride, you must be between 140 cm and 195 cm tall.

Entertainment and Shows in Seoul Land

Dancing Photo Time

Photo Time is a fun event where your childhood dreams come alive. You’ll see your favorite characters dancing and parading down the main street, putting on a great show. It’s a moment you’ll want to remember. But be warned—you might feel the urge to jump in and dance along!

Let’s go, fairy tale forest!

At the Magic Theater, get ready to be amazed as magicians perform mind-blowing tricks that will leave you speechless. And if you’re lucky, you might even get called up on stage to help with a fun trick—like pulling a rabbit out of your ear!

Luna Fantastic Music Show

The next stop on our itinerary is the Luna Fantastic Music Show. When we claim this is a genuine article, we are not making light of the situation in any way. This show will keep you on the edge of your seat with its high-flying acrobats and daring trapeze performers doing incredible feats.

Animal Kingdom

You’ll be able to interact with some of the area’s cutest and most skilled animals during the Animal Farm Show. Are pigs capable of doing the polka? Look here. Dogs that can perform the double Dutch? Look here. Are they cats riding unicycles? I’m afraid our team is still working hard on that problem. But take it from us; you’ll have a good time!

Luna Laser Show

You won’t want to miss the mesmerizing Laser Show when the sun goes down. Behold how the darkness of the night is illuminated by dazzling laser lights synced to music. It’s similar to a disco party, but instead of disco balls, there will be lasers!

Seasonal Events and Festivals

• Spring: The Tulip Festival happens from April to May. You can see over a million tulips and join fun activities like picking flowers and taking photos.
• Summer: The Summer Water Festival runs from June to August. There are water slides, splash zones, and cool drinks like shaved ice and watermelon.
• Autumn: The Chrysanthemum Festival is from September to October. You’ll see thousands of colorful flowers and enjoy parades and photo spots.
• Winter: The Snow Light Festival is from December to February. You can go ice skating and enjoy fun winter events.

Dining and Refreshment Options in Seoul Land

At World Plaza

CITY PARROT – This multi-level dining hall is modeled after the interior of a vast parrot and features an attractive architectural design. Indulge your palate with dishes that feature tastes from all over the world, such as Indian curries, Italian pizza, and more. The multicolored “feather” walkways will be a lot of fun for children to walk along.

You may order beverages and pub grub at the Luna pub while sitting at the taproom-style bar or on the outdoor patio. On the weekends, they host live performances by K-pop artists and bands. It would help to try the homemade pretzel nibbles or the perfectly cooked chicken wings.

In Tomorrow Land

Twist Potato offers fun variations on traditional potato treats, such as loaded baked potato balls and crispy french fries. A more nutritious option would be strips of Sweet Potato. After eating all of that, wash it down with a thick milkshake.

At Ssamimat, the authentic Korean barbecue served here has been elevated to the level of an art form. Meat and vegetables that have been thinly sliced and grilled to perfection at your table. The handmade kimchi and the flavorful pajeon pancakes are not to be missed.

At Venice Stage

Night Food truck – As the sun sets over the canal, get a bite to eat, like gimbap rolls, tteokbokki, or fried fish, at this food truck that serves dinner at night. Dine while watching the “Venice” backdrop come to life after dark, thanks to the lights along the water.

Character Town favorites include

Carousal – Children enjoy the Carousal because it is designed like a merry-go-round with cutouts of their favorite characters. While you eat your bento box, set meal, or pizza at one of the inside tables, you may watch cartoons.

Caffe LIENS -This quaint café, called Caffe LIENS, exudes an authentic Parisian atmosphere. While snacking on a buttery croissant or fruit pastry, you can relax with chai tea or espresso. Outside sitting is available, shaded by bright umbrellas.

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Souvenir and Shopping

There are several souvenir shops in Seoul Land, so you can take something home to remind you of your trip. The following items are some of the most well-liked souvenirs available for purchase in Seoul Land:

• T-shirts commemorating Seoul Land
• Hats from Seoul Land
• Plush Toys from Seoul Land
• Snacks and Candy from Seoul Land
• Keychains and Magnets Featuring Seoul Land
• Hand-Painted Portraits at Seoul Land
• Personalized Name Necklaces with the Seoul Land Logo
• Figurines printed in 3D from Seoul Land

They provide free Polaroid camera rentals. Find more to buy here!

Tips for a Great Visit

• If you want to avoid waiting in extensive lines upon entering the venue, buy your tickets in advance online. This will save you time, allowing you to enjoy the attractions more.
• Check the calendar beforehand to avoid the busiest times at the park, such as when schools are on break. Shoulder seasons have weekdays that are often less busy than weekends.
• You can get accurate real-time ride wait times by downloading the official Seoul Land app, allowing you to plan your day more effectively. In addition to that, it provides a map and a schedule of live entertainment.
• Please arrive at the theme park half an hour before it opens to beat the crowds and get a head start on some of the most popular attractions. When your adrenaline levels peak, the best thing to do is ride a roller coaster.
• Use the One Day Pass (about 15 USD). It covers your entrance ticket at a discounted price compared to the regular one. Operators also offer package options that include entry to Seoul Zoo or a ride on the Sky Lift.
• Because of the high cost of refreshments found inside, it is a good idea to bring plenty of water and snacks with you. Food trucks in the open air provide customers with more reasonably priced options.
• Put on some comfortable shoes that you can walk around in the day. Due to the large distances between the various park sections, you will rack up a lot of steps.
• Character presentations and live performances can be great ways to pass the time while waiting for rides. Additionally, check out the daily parades.

FAQs

Q: What are the opening hours?

A: At 9:30 AM, Seoul Land welcomes visitors, and at 10:00 PM, it locks its gates. You have much time to see how far your courage can take you on the rides, but remember that this isn’t a race. No rewards for those who manage to ride every roller coaster in a day!

Q: Is it okay to bring food and drinks? 

A: Outside food and drinks are not allowed due to strict policies. However, there’s no need to worry about hunger, with numerous restaurants and food stands within Seoul Land. The quality of the cuisine is designed to enhance your experience, ensuring your focus remains on enjoying the rides. So, rest assured, you won’t be disappointed!

Q: Are there facilities for people with disabilities?

Absolutely! Wheelchairs can be rented at Seoul Land, and there are ramps throughout the park. To that end, park officials work hard to welcome everyone. After all, joy knows no barriers!

Q: Are animals allowed in the park?

Sorry, pet lovers! While we’re sure your dog would love the roller coasters, pets are not allowed in Seoul Land for safety reasons. But don’t worry, the thrill of the rides will make you forget that you left Fluffy at home!

Q: Does Seoul Land offer discounts for large groups?

A: The answer is that you can save money by visiting Seoul Land with a large group. Student organizations, business gatherings, and international tours often fall under these categories. The official Seoul Land website has all the information you need. In light of the group discounts, bringing the whole block to Seoul Land is a good idea. Let’s hope the bus can hold everyone.

Q: Where can I find out about Seoul Land’s lost-and-found procedure?

A: Seoul Land has a dedicated Lost & Found center. They can help you find everything you misplaced while you were there. Remember that your chances of regaining a misplaced item improve if you report it immediately.

Q: Are there any facilities for children at Seoul Land?

A: Without a doubt! Seoul Land offers a selection of family-friendly attractions and facilities, including kid-friendly rides, play zones, and specific services for children.