Yeouido Han River Park
If you want to enjoy a picnic at the iconic Han River, take a trip to Yeouido Han River Park!
Han River runs through the middle of Seoul and is a popular spot lined with many parks all across different neighborhoods that the river runs along. Although there are many parks, Yeouido Han River Park is the most famous park, as it is conveniently located in the center of Seoul. Yeoiudo Park is a great place to come visit, take a walk and relax, especially during the spring and summer months!
Information
Address: 서울 영등포구 여의도로 330
330 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Park Facilities
Yeouido Han River park is located in Yeouido, which is the center of politics and finance in Korea. It is located in the center of Seoul and is located right next to the subway station, so it is very convenient to get to and accessible. It is a very popular park, so be prepared to face large crowds of people enjoying their time at the park!
Yeouido Han River park is famous for being one of the top spots to go on a picnic or ride a bicycle. Many Koreans like to come here and enjoy nature and take time to relax from the hustle of the city.
Although Yeouido Han River park is a park, there are many facilities that are incorporated into the park! Here are some of the best areas that we think you should check out when visiting Yeouido.
Han River Multi Plaza
When you enter Yeouido Han River Park from Exit 2 of Yeouido Subway Station, you will be greeted by a plaza filled with multiple stalls. These stalls are a wide combination of food stalls and tent/picnic mat rental shops.
There are so many delicious foods you can buy, ranging from skewers, grilled potatoes, fruits, and even drinks! The prices of these food items are also very affordable ranging from 4,000 KRW to 5,000 KRW per menu item.
Delivery Zone (Baedal Zone)
If you want to have a classic Korean Han River experience, you must order delivery food. Han River is usually associated with fried chicken, pizza, and delivery foods, as many Koreans love to come to Han River to order food and have a picnic! When you enter the park you will see areas where you can pick up delivery foods and you will also be greeted with tons of delivery leaflets when you enter the park!
Although delivery in Korea is very convenient, quick and easy, it can be quite difficult for those that do not have a Korean credit card to order. However, you can order delivery through us with any card and enjoy delivery at Han River as well!
Delivery Zone 1 (Baedal Zone 1)
Location: In front of Yeouido Middle School Bus stop (19-142)
Delivery Zone 2 (Baedal Zone 2)
Location: 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station
This zone is the most popular Delivery Zone. It is conveniently located near the entrance of the 2nd main parking lot of Han River Park and located next to a large 2-story CU.
Delivery Zone 3 (Baedal Zone 3)
Location: Near the entrance opposite of Yeouido Park Bus Stop (19-138)
Convenience Stores
There are many convenience stores that are located all throughout Yeouido Han River Park. These are also popular places where people get snacks, drinks, and instant noodles, like ramen, to enjoy at the park.
CU Hangang Yeouido Island Branch 2
Location: 3-minute walk from Exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station
In addition to regular convenience store products, this CU has a large selection of ramen and instant noodles. There are even machines that can cook these instant noodles for you so you can eat them right away! There is also a chicken shop on the 2nd floor so if you are having difficulty figuring out delivery, you can buy your chicken from the shop upstairs.
Ministop
Location: 6-minute walk from Exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station
Ministop is located at the temporary dock of Han River. It is easy to find because it is located next to the iconic "I SEOUL U" sign at Yeouido Han River Park. There are many types of ramen, here as well. There are also benches that are located right outside of the Ministop so you can enjoy your food on the benches and picnic tables available.
You can also rent out portable chargers at this location. This is perfect for those that plan on camping out at the park for a while and need to keep their battery charged. You can pay online with a Korean card or Kakaopay.
Bathroom
Pictured in the photo above are the bathrooms at Han River. They are installed all across the park, all about a ten-minute walk away from each other. Be sure to keep an eye out for these interesting and uniquely shaped buildings if you need to use the restroom.
Garbage Cans
Sometimes finding public trash cans can be difficult in Korea, as they are not as common. However, as a measure to ensure that the park remains clean and efforts to reduce littering, there are big trash bins that are located in multiple locations across the park. The orange one is for general waste and the blue one is for recyclable materials such as plastic, paper, and cans. Make sure to separate your waste properly!
Activities
Picnic Item Rental
Yeouido Han River is known to be THE place to have a picnic in Seoul. But what happens when you want to have a picnic but don't have a mat or anything for a picnic?
Don't worry, at Yeouido Han River, you can literally rent out anything you need to have a picnic. You can get mats, wet tissues, and a little table to enjoy your food on for around 5,000 KRW. You can also rent blankets for 3,000 KRW and even portable chargers for 3,000 KRW! It's perfect for tourists or those that do not want to lug around all their picnic materials.
Chicken Delivery
Another popular activity is to order chicken and have a picnic. Chicken is probably the most popular menu item that people enjoy at Yeouido Han River Park.
We ordered chicken from the infamous BBQ Chicken store in Korea. We opted for the BanBan Set (Half&Half Set) which was half fried chicken and half Yangnyeom. It was around 26,000 KRW. Is it just us or does food always taste better when you eat it outside? There's something about the atmosphere and eating outside in nature that always makes food taste so much more delicious!
Rent a Tent
In addition to the mats and tables that you can rent, there are also tent rentals available at Yeouido Han River Park! Like the mats, the tents are also sold with wet wipes and tables for around 10,000 KRW. This is a more popular option on very hot and sunny days, and is used as a way to cool off!
However, unlike the mats which can be placed anywhere, the tents can only be used in the designated areas. If you end up setting up your tent in a prohibited area, you may have to pay a fine of up to 1 million KRW, so we suggest that you abide by the rules and only set up your tent in the appropriate areas!
These are the areas where tents can be installed:
Seasonal Square and Summer Campsite (Orange area on the map above)
Period: April- October
Condition: Two or more sides of the tent must remain open at all times
Bicycle Rental
Riding a bicycle is another fun activity that you can partake in at Han River! In South Korea, bicycles are seen as a leisure activity rather than a means of transportation. Han River is one of the most popular places where Koreans enjoy riding bikes!
There are multiple places across the river and throughout the park where you can rent a bike in. Many of the spots are located near the "I SEOUL U" sign and near the children's playground near Delivery Zone 1, and Delivery Zone 2.
The price for renting a bike is as follows:
Type | 1 Hour (KRW) | 2 Hours (KRW) |
1 Seater | 3,000 | 5,000 |
Children | 3,000 | 5,000 |
Bike with Children's seat | 5,000 | 9,000 |
2 Seater | 6,000 | 10,000 |
MTB Premium | 5,000 | 9,000 |
Please note that there is an additional charge of 500 KRW for 15 minutes for single-seat bikes and children's bikes for being late. The late fee for other bikes is 1,000 KRW for every 15 minutes.
In addition, you will be required to leave some sort of ID with the bike rental shop as a deposit, which you will get back upon returning your bike.
Along with the normal bike rentals, you can also rent out Ddareungi (따릉이) which is Seoul City's official public bike rental system. Since it is operated by the city, it tends to be cheaper than rental companies within the park. If you are looking for a cheaper option, we suggest trying out Ddareungi instead!
Paradise Water Leisure Activities
Source: Paradise
There is an area where you can enjoy water sports and water leisure activities in front of the 63 Building at the park. There are many different types of boats such as duck boats, electric boats, and water skis that you can rent out and enjoy.
Location: 서울 영등포구 여의동로 252
252 Yeoui-dong Road, Yeongdeung-po gu, Seoul
Hours: 10:00-22:30 (Open all year round)
Keep in mind that operations may be temporarily suspended in cases of bad weather or during the winter months.
Price: Duck Boat: 20,00 KRW (30 minutes), Water Skiing: 25,000 KRW (10 minutes), Wakeboarding: 25,000 KRW (15 minutes)
Official Website: Paradise
SUPIA Yeouido Outdoor Swimming
Source: SUPIA Yeouido Outdoor Swimming Pool
Did you know that there is a pool that is located in Yeouido Han River Park? It is a popular spot amongst locals and is quite cheap as it is located by Seoul City. People do not swim in the Han River, but on hot days, it can be tempting to get in the water. For days like that, cool down and enjoy the water at Han River Park Pool!
Location: 서울 영등포구 여의도동 82-3
82-3 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Hours: 09:00-19:00
Price: 5,000 KRW for 19 years +, 3,000 KRW for 6-12 years, Free for those under 5 years
Website: SUPIA Yeouido Outdoor Swimming Pool
Yeouido Han River Park
Source: E Daily
Yeouido Han River Park is lined with cherry blossom trees, and in the spring, it is one of the most popular places in Seoul, and even Korea, to go see cherry blossoms. If you are visiting Korea during the spring seasons, make sure to visit Yeouido Han River Park to enjoy the cherry blossoms!
Location: 서울 영등포구 여의서로
Yeouiseo-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Website: Changwon
Seoul Bamdokkaebi Night Market
Source: Seoul Night Market
Seoul Night Market is held every weekend from April to October throughout various locations in Seoul. It is one of the famous events in Seoul and there are various food stalls, goods, and performances that are held at the night market. It is a lively environment where you can relax with friends and family while enjoying delicious food and fun performances. This year in 2022, the night market will be held in Banpo Han River Park until the end of October and relocated to Yeouido Han River Park after.
Location: Yeouido Han River Water Light Square
Hours: Opens at the end of October 17:00-22:00 Saturday and Sunday
Website: Seoul Bamdokkaebi Night Market
Seoul World Fireworks Festival
Source: Daily Smart
The Seoul World Fireworks Festival is held every year from September to October and is one of the biggest firework festivals that is held in Seoul. It is loved by many Koreans because you can enjoy the night view of the Han River while watching beautiful fireworks.
Things to Do Nearby
Aqua Planet 63 is located in the 63 Building, which is a major landmark in Seoul. It is one of the few aquariums in Seoul that holds a mermaid show daily. It has also become a filming site for many Korean dramas such as "The Legend of the Blue Sea"! Creatrip members can also take advantage of a discounted price if they reserve through us.
Address: 서울 영등포구 63로 50
50, 63 Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Hours: 10:00-19:30
Discounted Aqua Planet Tickets
The Hyundai Seoul
The Hyundai Seoul is a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Yeouido Subway Station. It is the largest department store in Seoul and is filled with tons of options for shopping, eating, and fun pop-up shops. It is a great place to enjoy a day inside if the weather is bad, or to come and stroll around and grab a bite to eat after enjoying the river.
Address: 서울 영등포구 여의대로 108
108 Yeondeungpo-gu, Seoul
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 1-:30-20:00, Friday-Sunday: 10:30-20:30, 6th floor dining area: 10:30-22:00
How to Get There
When you exit from Exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station on Subway Line 5, you will see some stalls ahead.
Head straight towards the stalls and turn right once you are at the corner. You will see the main entrance of Yeouido Han River Park. Since Han River Park is a large park, there are various ways to enter the park. This is the main entrance.
When you are in Korea during the warmer months, we hope that you can enjoy Yeouido Han River Park and enjoy the Han River and nature. It is truly a beautiful spot and one of Seoul's main landmarks that everyone should visit on their trip to Korea. If you have any questions, please let us know in the comments below or send us an email at help@creatrip.com! You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!