Yongsan Family Park (용산가족공원)
Yongsan Family Park (용산가족공원)
– Homepage
http://parks.seoul.go.kr (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French)
– Tel
+82-2-792-5660
Visitors to Yongsan Family Park can enjoy a relaxing time at a big grassy field beside a refreshing pond and well-organized walking paths. Yongsan Family Park spans an area of roughly 89,256.20 ㎡ in what was a section of the former golf course of the Eighth US Army Division. The park is comprised of various facilities such as a 2km-walking path, a natural education site, and Taegeukgi Park. Visitors can watch and feed pigeons and wild pheasants living at the park.
– Address : 185, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-792-5660
– Parking
Available (50 parking spaces)
– Day Off
N/A (Open all year round)
– Operating Hours
24 hrs
– Restrooms
Available
– Available Facilities
Snack bars, vending machines, outdoor wedding hall, nature experience grounds, bare-foot park, drinking fountain, public payphone, benches, sculptures, etc.
– Parking Fees
150 won for every 5 min
– Admission Fees
Free
◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox
⊙ Yongsan Youth Festival (용산청년축제)
– Tel
+82-10-9771-2090
The Youngsan Youth Festival, a wellness-themed event, invites both youths and residents to take the initiative for their well-being by achieving a balanced state of mental, physical, and social health. During the festival, visitors can enjoy dance performances, shows by popular singers, magic shows, traditional Korean music ensembles, and a commemorative ceremony featuring congratulatory remarks.
⊙ National Hangeul Museum (국립한글박물관)
– Homepage
www.hangeul.go.kr
– Tel
+82-2-2124-6200
The National Hangeul Museum was established to preserve, spread, and develop the Korean alphabet, Hangeul. The museum showcases the history and value of Korean orthography, Korean’s most-valued cultural asset, through exhibitions, activities, and education. Occupying over 11,322 ㎡, the museum has one basement level and three ground levels, along with an outdoor grass field and rest area perfect for cultural events, exhibits, and education.
The museum is comprised of the Hangeul library on the first floor, a permanent exhibition hall, ㅎ Café, and cultural product shop on the second floor, and a planned exhibition hall and Hangeul playground for children and foreigners on the third floor.
⊙ CU – National Museum of Korea Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (cu중앙박물관점)
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⊙ National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관)
– Homepage
www.museum.go.kr
The National Museum of Korea houses a vast collection of artifacts from ancient times to the modern era in a wide range of topics, including art and culture. The museum houses a Children’s Museum, where visitors can learn more about the nation’s history through educational programs and experiences. The outdoor grounds feature pagodas and other stone artworks too large to be on display inside.
In addition to galleries with a wide array of national and international pieces, the National Museum of Korea is a stage for a number of cultural activities related to collection, preservation, research and analysis, social training, academic publications, intercultural exchange programs, concerts, and more.
⊙ Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관 어린이박물관)
– Homepage
www.museum.go.kr
– Tel
+82-2-2077-9000
The Children’s Museum of the National Museum of Korea is an experience-oriented museum where children can see, touch, and feel history through hands-on programs and games. The permanent exhibition hall displays replicas of historical items so children can learn about Korea’s cultural heritage in a fun and interactive way. Children can also experience the lifestyle and wisdom of the past through experience programs.
⊙ CheongKwanJang – Dongbuichon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 동부이촌)
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⊙ Olive Young – Dongbuichon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 동부이촌)
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⊙ Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원)
View detailed guide on Korea Trip Guide →
– Homepage
https://hangang.seoul.go.kr/
– Tel
+82-2-3780-0551
Ichon Hangang Park is built along the Hangang Park in Yongsan. From the park, one can see the Hangang River up close, and one can also find sports facilities like soccer fields, jokgu fields, inline skating rink, water sports facilities, bicycle paths, as well as a nature learning center built around a restored wetland and a lawn. One can follow the Hangangdaegyo Bridge to enter into the Nodeulseom Island, an island in the middle of the river.
◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm – TV series “Sisyphus: The Myth”
This park was featured in the TV series “Sisyphus: The Myth” as the setting where Seo Hae (played by Park Shin-hye) reflected on bittersweet memories with her father. Its expansive grounds make it an ideal spot for leisure activities such as walking, picnicking, and cultural events.
⊙ Golden Blue Marina (골든블루마리나)
– Homepage
http://www.gbboat.com/
Golden Blue Marina, located on Some Sevit, is a cultural destination on the water, offering a unique way to enjoy views of Seoul along the Hangang River. This popular spot for parties and proposals helps you cruise through the city on a luxury yacht, creating a private retreat. In the evening, you can see the N Seoul Tower and the Rainbow Fountain illuminated by 200 lights, making it feel like you’re floating through the Milky Way.
◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm – variety show “Entertainment Weekly”
This is where the members of TWICE enjoyed a fall sports day at Banpo Hangang Park during their appearance on “Entertainment Weekly.” The losing team rode a pedal boat, while the winners celebrated with a yacht ride, creating fun and memorable moments.
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