Published Date : Dec 09, 2015 / Edited Date : Oct 21, 2022
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
Seoul Forest was established to satisfy people’s desire to have more green space and recreational places in the center of the city. Historically, the forest was a favorite hunting ground for the royal family. It has undergone a variety of changes on the grounds of Ttukseom Island. The first water treatment plant in Seoul was once located here, and then the grounds were changed into a golf course and then a horse racetrack. It eventually was turned into a national family park, which opened in 2002. Stretching over 1.16 million m² of land, Seoul Forest consists of five parks: a Cultural Art Park, an Ecological Forest, a Nature Experience Study Field, Wetlands Ecological Field, and Hangang River Waterside Park.
Frequently Asked Questions about Seoul Forest Park
Seoul Forest Lake Fountain Operating Hours (As of 2022) • May-September: Operates twice every Saturday at 2:00pm and 5:30pm ※ Currently closed Seoul Forest Ground Fountain Operating Hours (As of 2022) • May, June, September: 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm for 30 minutes (4 times) (regular inspection every Monday) • July, August: 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm for 30 minutes (5 times)
* Subway Line 2, Ttukseom Station, Exit 8 (15 mins on foot) * Bundang Line, Seoul Forest Station, Exits 3 & 4 (5 mins on foot)
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Latest 5 reviews of Seoul Forest
Nice park to visit perhaps not during winter
Nice park though it was covered with snow when I was there so no mirror lake to take nice picture. Signage from the subway was not clear.
tjlovetotravel2023-01-02
Not Really a Forest But Very Romantic Place!
I find this 'mini-forest' as a very romantic place. Though it is not really a forest. Strolling around feels like you are in a k-drama. There are plenty of establishments around so you won't get...
Ronald C2022-12-07
Scenic park in November
We enjoyed visiting Seoul Forest and learned it’s really four parks that make up Seoul Forest. It was a nice, cool fall Monday that made it very scenic everywhere. Colorful fall leaves everywhere.
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MisterUserName2022-11-06
Lovely park in the heart of Seoul
The forest was actually a huge park that located near a subway station in the heart of Seoul. Many people was there during the weekend. We loved how the scenery was beautiful during the autumn.
Kiet Q2022-11-03
Peaceful Park
A park rather than a forest, but still a nice place to go for a peaceful wander. Lots of things to see, including the 'Invisible Giants' area, deer enclosure, etc. On a hot day the trees drop the...
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Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Group reservations up to 3people are being accepted on the line.
Additional reservations are?permitted for pre-existing reservations that do not exceed the limited number of three people per group and may be made one day prior to the tour date by 5 PM.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Masks are required for participation in all tour programs.
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.
Temperature readings will be conducted for all participants prior to the tour. Those with a reading over 37.5°C are prohibited from tour participation.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
[As of one day prior to the tour date] All reservations shall be canceled in the event of emergency particulate matter reduction measures taken and/or inclement weather conditions, including excessive heat waves, typhoons, heavy rain, and more, that may impede Seoul Guided Walking Tour operations.
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 are canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour is unavailable due to Particulate Matter Reduction Measure or other weather conditions (heat wave, typhoon, heavy rain). (As of the date before the tour day)