Published Date : Dec 09, 2015 / Edited Date : Jun 27, 2023
A horse-riding sculpture in Seoul Forest
Panoramic view of the lake in Seoul Forest with flowers
Panoramic view of the lake in Seoul Forest
Walkway in Seoul Forest
Opened in 2005, Seoul Forest has become a leisurely resting place for citizens. Seoul Forest has four theme parks: Culture and Art Park, Eco Forest, Experiential Learning Park, and Marsh Plants Garden. The cultural art park features a military horse statue, a family courtyard with a spacious lawn, and a playground in the forest. The eco forest is designed to allow coexistence between wildlife and native plants, making it a distinctive feature. The nature experiential learning center comprises a guardian forest, butterfly, and insect-plant garden. The Marsh Plants Garden is a well-being space where a green forest blends with an environmental playground and outdoor nature classrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions about Seoul Forest Park
Seoul Forest allows entry with pets, but it is important to ensure that they do not inconvenience other visitors. Please properly handle pet waste and make sure to keep them on a leash (within 2 meters)
Seoul Forest Parking Lot is open 24 hours a day and has 211 parking spaces, including 6 accessible parking spaces. The rates are as follows. (As of 2023)
• Small car: 150 won per 5 minutes • Large car: 300 won per 5 minutes ※Parking fee 80% for people with disabilities and national merit ※ 50% of the parking fee for compact cars, etc.
Seoul Forest is open 24 hours (some facilities have restricted operating hours):
- Ecological Forest: 05:30-21:30 KST(Ecological Conservation Area)
- Insect Plant Garden: 10:00-17:00 KST (Closed every Monday)
- Butterfly Garden: 10:00-17:00 KST (Closed on Mondays from May to October)
- Ecol Learning Center: Open during program operation
- Ground Fountains: Operate from May to September (Regular maintenance on Mondays)
- May, June, September: 4 sessions (1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM), 30 minutes each
- July, August: 5 sessions (12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM), 30 minutes each
- Lake Fountain: 2 sessions on weekdays (11:00-13:00, 15:00-16:00 KST), 1 session on holidays (13:00-16:00 KST)
- Visitor Center: 09:00-18:00 KST (Open all year) / Winter season: 10:00-17:00 (November to February)
- Wheelchairs, strollers, walking aids rental: Up to 2 hours free rental (※ ID required)
- Community Center: Open during program and exhibition operation.
Important
Wildlife Exploration Program Operation
Location: Eco Forest area
Format: Guided tour
Target participants: Visitors who want to observe wildlife up close
How to participate: Pre-booking through the Seoul City Public Service Reservation website or on-site registration
Fee
Park usage fee: Free
Parking fee: Please refer to the "Frequently Asked Questions" above.
Address
133-111 273, Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 1(il)-ga, Dongbu Parks & Recreation Center)
Transportation
* Subway Line 2, Ttukseom Station, Exit 8 (15 mins on foot)
* Bundang Line, Seoul Forest Station, Exits 3 & 4 (5 mins on foot)
본 코스는 보행약자(거동이 불편한 고령자, 장애인, 유모차 이용자 등)를 위한 코스입니다.
보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
희망하시는 날짜 및 코스에 활동가능한 해설사가 없는 경우 예약은 취소될 수 있습니다.
예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
해설 진행 시 발생하는 안전사고에 대해서 도보관광 사무국과 서울문화관광해설사는 책임을 지지 않습니다.
미세먼지 비상저감조치 발령 및 기타 기상악화(폭염, 태풍, 폭우 등)로 인해 도보관광 운영이 어려운 경우 모든 예약은 일괄 취소됩니다. (관광일 전날 기준)
Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)