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Haneul Park, Seoul

, Sangam-dong, Seoul

Description

Haneul Park is one of Seoul's most popular inner-city parks. It was created in 2002 out of what was previously a landfill to commemorate the 17th FIFA World Cup. There are good views over Seoul at the top of the 291-steps wooden stairway and the park is extremely popular in autumn for the Silver Grass Festival when large swathes are covered with tall pampas grass.

Access & Transport

The park is located in World Cup Park, in the west of Seoul, on the northern bank of the Han River. The World Cup Stadium station (6) is a few minutes' walk from it

Instructions & Recommendations

The Pampas Grass Festival takes place in October

Meta review

Regularly featured in travel blogs, it is very well rated by online reviewers who enjoy the views over the city, the excellent photo opportunities - especially the gorgeous stretches of silvery tall grass in autumn - and the rejuvenation aspect. Much less colourful in winter but you still do get the views and the place to yourself.

Environmental & Social

Developed on top of a landfill - thumbs up for the ecological and sustainable aspects + improves the living environment of residents

Conclusion

One of the best options in Seoul for some easily accessible outdoor time combined with city views. It does get busy in autumn but if you are a keen photographer, you should very much enjoy it.

Key positive

Can be very colourful (autumn)

Sustainability credentials

Key negative

None

Suitability

Wheelchair users may need assistance with the slopes

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Opening hours vary depending on the month and sunrise/sunset times

av. transport time:0h 35m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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