The tourist attractions included in this itinerary
Apart from the city, enjoy the nature, tranquility and artsy life that Seoulites enjoy in their leisure time.
The Route
Seoul Grand Park Venues:
- Seoul Land
- Seoul Zoo
- Theme Garden (Rose Garden and Children’s Zoo)
- Seoul Grand Park Campsite
Nearby sites:
- Gwacheon National Science Museum
- Camera Museum
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
Take the subway line no.4 or sky blue line and get off at Seoul Grand Park Station. Driving there is no big issue due to more than enough parking space which may showcase a new car park painting.
Access:
- Take Subway Line No. 4 (Sky Blue Line) and alight at Seoul Grand Park Station. Ample parking available, featuring innovative car park designs.
Facilities Accessibility:
- Seoul Land, Seoul Zoo, Theme Gardens, National Museum of Contemporary Art, and the campsite are adjacent. Exit 2 of Seoul Grand Park Station leads directly to these destinations, with options to walk, take the Elephant Train, or the Sky Lift.
1. Walking
A 20-30 minute walk around the lake, leading to various destinations.
2. Elephant Train
Operating Hours of the Information Center
- November to March: 09:00 – 18:00
- April to October: 09:00 – 21:00
- Saturday, Sunday and Holiday: 09:00~22:00
Operating Hours to the 1st station (entrance of Seoul Zoo)
- November to March: 09:00 – 18:00
- April to October: 09:00 – 19:00
- During Rose Garden Festival, When Seoul Zoo opens at night: 09:00 – 22:00
Section in service
Information Center → 1st station (In front of the entrance of Seoul Zoo, Theme Garden, MMCA, Campsite)→ 2nd station(Seoul Land) → Information Center
3. Sky Lift
Operation Details
Line 1
Route: Parking Lot, Subway Station, Fountain ↔ Entrance of Seoul Zoo (North Gate), Theme Garden (Rose Garden), Entrance of National Museum of Contemporary Art (Campsite), Main Gate of Seoul Land
Operating Hours:
- Winter (November to March) – Weekdays 09:00 – 18:00
- Weekend & Holidays 09:00 – 18:00
- Summer (April to October) – Weekdays 09:00 – 19:00
- Weekend & Holidays 09:00 – 20:00
Operating way: Round-trip
Line 2
Route: The inside of the entrance of Seoul Zoo (North Gate) ↔ The border of the zoo (Tiger House, Ocean Hall, Bear House, Wolf House)
Operating Hours:
- Winter (November to March) – Weekdays 09:00 – 17:00
- Weekend & Holidays 09:00 – 18:00
- Summer (April to October) – Weekdays 09:00 – 17:00
- Weekend & Holidays 09:00 – 19:00
Operating way: Round-trip
Fares of the Sky Lift
Fares
There are two types of Sky Lift fares. – Single Ride Ticket and Double Ride Ticket
Single Ride Ticket is used on anyone ride out of the four sections (two up-lift, two down-lift sections).
Double Ride Ticket is used on any two rides out of the four sections. If you want to take Line 2, you should purchase an admission ticket for Seoul Zoo and transfer to the lift.
| Age | Single Ride Ticket | Double Ride Ticket | One Day Ticket |
| Adult (over 19 yrs.) | 5,500 won | 10,000 won | 13,000 won |
| Youth (13 yrs. to 18 yrs.) | 4,000 won | 6,500 won | 9,000 won |
| Children (over 36 month) | 3,500 won | 5,500 won | 8,000 won |
※ Purchase One Day Ticket for unlimited rides for the day.
Ticket Office
There are four ticket offices located on each platform.
- Around Parking lot, Fountain, Subway Station
- Around North Gate of Seoul Zoo (external), Art Museum, Campsite, an entrance of Theme Garden (Rose Garden), an entrance of Seoul Land
- Around North Gate of Seoul Zoo (internal)
- Around Tiger House, Wolf House
Map of Seoul Grand Park
Operating hours of Seoul Grand Park
| Zoo | Summer season | (Mar-Oct) : 09:00~19:00 |
| Winter season | (Nov-Feb) : 09:00~18:00 | |
| Opening Night | (2017 August): Sun- Thurs 09:00-21:00 Fri, Sat 09:00-21:00 | |
| Inquiries | 02-500-7335 | |
| ※ Operates year-round. Last admission is one hour prior to closing | ||
| Marathon and Mini Hiking | Booking | Jan – Dec 18 booking |
| Event Period | Mar 20 to Dec 18 | |
| Inquiries | 02-500-7021 | |
| ※ A reservation is required for group visits. Except for large groups of visitors, visitors can buy tickets at ticket office. | ||
| Campsite | Operating Period | Apr. 28 to Nov. 30 (The schedule may be changed according to campsite conditions) |
| Operating Hours | 09:00 – 19:00 (no tent)13:00 – The next day 11:00 (using a tent) | |
| Schedule for tent reservation | Information during April | |
| Inquiries | 02-500-7870 | |
Seoul Grand Park Entry Fee
| Facilities | Adult (19 to 64 years) | Youth (13 to 18 years) | Children (6 to 12 years) | Inquiries |
| Zoo | 5,000 won | 3,000 won | 2,000 won | 02-500-7335 |
| Theme Garden | 2,000 won | 1,500 won | 1,000 won | 02-500-7335 |
| Campsite | 2,000 won | 1,500 won | 1,000 won | 02-500-7870 |
- Children under the age of 5 are free / Seniors of age 65 or more are free
- Seoul citizens holding Dadungi Happy Card receive a 30% discounted admission fee (Zoo and Theme Garden) and there will be an identification check.
- Tickets are valid for the day purchased
Group rates
| Facilities | Adult (19 to 64 years) | Youth (13 to 18 years) | Children (6 to 12 years) |
| Zoo | 3,500 won | 2,100 won | 1,400 won |
| Theme Garden | 1,400 won | 1,100 won | 700 won |
- Groups of 30 or more visitors get 30% discount on entrance tickets to Seoul Zoo and Theme Garden. Payment on the day of arrival is available.
- Group discount is not applicable to the campsite.
- One ticket is issued for a group, so please make sure that the group enters together.
Facility Fees
| Facilities | Adult (19 to 64 years) | Youth (13 to 18 years) | Children (6 to 12 years) | Inquiries |
| Sky Lift | 5,500 won A round-trip ticket(10,000 won) Day pass(13,000 won) | 4,000 won A round-trip ticket(6,500 won) Day pass(9,000 won) | 3,500 won A round-trip ticket(5,500 won) Day pass(8,000 won) | 02-504-5657 |
| Elephant-shaped Train | 1,000 won | 800 won | 700 won | 02-3418-0998 |
| Parking lot | Compact Car : 5,000 won / A luxury sized car : 10,000 won | 02-502-7636 | ||
Admission Fee Discounts
| Facility | Subject for free admission | Group discount | People holding Dadungi Happy Card |
| Seoul Zoo, Theme Garden | child under 5Seniors of age 65 or more The disabled in category 3 or higher (including one accompanied person) The disabled in category 4 to 6 People of national merit People holding war veteran cards | A group of 30 visitors or more (30%) | Seoul citizens holding Dadungi Happy Card (including family members on the card) There will be identification check |
| Campsite | Children under 6 are freeSeniors of age 65 or more | No group discount | No Discount |
- You can only use Credit cards issued in Korea.
1. Seoul Zoo
Seoul Zoo is home to many animals from around the world where they are protected and cared for according to their native habitats, ecology, and descent. Visitors can meet familiar animals such as lions, giraffes, and elephants from Africa, herbivorous animals, birds, dolphins, and endangered animals including lowland gorillas. Seoul Zoo provides a special experience where people and animals can live harmoniously
2. Theme Garden
Theme Garden bridges nature, people, and animals together through diverse events including a rose garden festival, an exotic plant exhibit, flower-rainbow garden, hands-on experiences with animals and plants, and a Border collie sheepdog show.
3. Seoul Land
With diverse attractions such as Samcheonri Hill, Tomorrow Land, and Fantasy Land, Seoul Land provides enjoyable times for citizens hosting Tulip Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, and the Chrysanthemum Festival annually.
4. Gwacheon National Museum of Contemporary Art
World art and flows of Korean contemporary art that represent Korean art history and footprints. It plays the role of a comprehensive art center by collecting, preserving, and exhibiting excellent artworks from Korea and around the world. The art center also conducts research of art materials and exchanges of global information.
Opening hours
March – October
- Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun 10:00 – 18: 00
- Sat 10:00 – 21: 00 (Evening is free 18: 00 – 21:00)
November – February
- Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun 10:00 – 17: 00
- Sat 10:00 – 21: 00 (Evening is free 18: 00 – 21:00)
Last Wed of the month 10:00 – 21: 00
Admission
Depending on the display from free to 5,000 KRW
5. Gwacheon National Science Museum
The largest science museum in Korea features Basic Science Hall, Application Technology Hall, Traditional Science Hall, Natural History Hall, Astronomical Observation Hall, and Ecologic Park. It provides opportunities to learn how space and living things are created and how science and civilization have developed through a first-hand experience
Subway: exit 6 of Seoul Grand Park Station, line no.4 of or sky-blue line
Opening hours:
- 9: 30 – 17: 30
- Evening hours 18: 00 – 22: 00
Admission:
- Children & Youth: 2, 000
- Adults: 5,000 won
- Children under age 8, Senior, disabled: Free of charge
6. Camera Museum
It is the largest camera-specialized museum in Korea. It displays cameras, lenses, glass films, slide projectors, photographic paintings, camera accessories and relics that contributed to the evolution of cameras.
Subway: exit 4 of Seoul Grand Park Station, line no.4 of or sky-blue line
Opening hours
- March – October 10:00 – 18: 00
- November – February 10: 00 – 17: 00
Admission
- Children: 3, 000
- Youth & Senior: 4,000
- Adults: 5,000 won