In South Korea, Children’s Day on May 5 is a national holiday and serves as a reminder of the country’s littlest ones and how important their happiness is in society.

On that day, kids are treated with presents and families go on fun outings to celebrate. Many attractions offer a festive atmosphere with special events. For Korean children, the day is as special as Christmas or their birthday as they are genuinely cherished and celebrated.

Why not embrace the Korean way during your time here with your kids? Explore one of these beloved destinations, perfect for unforgettable family outings. These kid-friendly spots host special events, giveaways, and shows to celebrate Children’s Day!

How to book a ticket in Korea?

For places like farms and zoos, it is recommended to purchase tickets on-site. However, admission to amusement parks or aquariums is available at discounted prices through online travel shops.

Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm

Over 200 sheep roam freely on the picturesque green pastures of Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm. This magical location is surrounded by beautiful mountains and is known as the one of the best ranches with the finest animal welfare and forest conservation systems in Korea. Enjoy a day outside while feeding the adorable sheep!

·      Address: 483-32 Daegwallyeongmaru-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

·      Tickets: 5,000 won - 8,000 won

·      Website  

Hongcheon Alpaca World

Enter a fairytale at Alpaca World featuring over 50 adorable alpacas in wide grasslands. This spot is also home to other furry friends like deer, rabbits, goats, ostriches, camels, owls, eagles, and more. Amidst beautiful green forests of Hongcheon, families can enjoy peaceful time at this fun place.

·      Address: 146-155 Deokbatjae-gil, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

·      Tickets: 18,000 won

·      Website

Chuncheon LEGOLAND KOREA

Located in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, LEGOLAND KOREA is a global theme park specifically for families with children ages 2 to 12. Packed with exciting rides and attractions, it promises a fun LEGO adventure for everyone in the family! Children who adore LEGOs can explore a variety of LEGO-themed attractions, photo zones, and LEGO-themed snacks. Also, LEGO-themed accommodations are available at its resort.

·      Address: 128 Hajungdo-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Since the business days and hours often change, please check the operational calendar on the website before your visit)

·      Tickets: 45,000 won - 65,000 won

·      Website

COEX Aquarium

The COEX Aquarium in Seoul houses over 40,000 marine creatures from 650 species. It is also known as the largest shark habitat in Korea. In addition to that, the aquarium features diverse exhibits including manta rays, sand tiger sharks, and Humboldt penguins. Visitors can also participate in feeding programs and educational sessions.

·      Address: Line 9. Bongeunsa Temple Station Exit 7 or 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

·      Tickets: 24,000 won - 33,000 won

·      Website

The Royal Places in Seoul

The Royal Palace Culture Festival, held every spring and fall at the five royal palaces in Seoul, stands as one of the largest festivals in Korea. As the spring festival period includes Children’s Day, there are many special events for children. Each palace hosts various programs, but Gyeongbokgung Palace is the most exciting, featuring parades, performances, traditional markets, stamp tours, and more. Also, Changgyeonggung Palace holds a free program for kids to experience royal palace jobs from May 1 to May 5. Please note that those dressed in hanbok can enter all palaces for free.

Royal Palace Culture Festival

·      Date: Sat., April 27 – Sun., May 5

·      Location: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Gyeonghuigung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine

·      Website

Gyeongbokgung Palace

·      Hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Closed on Tuesdays)

·      Tickets: 3,000 won

Changgyeonggung Palace

·      Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Closed on Mondays)

·      Tickets: 1,000 won

Seoul Land

Seoul Land is a beloved family destination located within Seoul Grand Park. Compared to other amusement parks, Seoul Land has many attractions at affordable prices. Some of the popular ones for kids include Jurassic World, with its diverse dinosaur attractions, and Luna Park, which features a year-round light festival with various beautiful photo zones and light shows.

·      Address: Line 4. Seoul Grand Park Station Exit 2 or 181 Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

·      Parking: Seoul Land East Gate Parking Lot, 473-1 Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si

(Seoul Grand Park has multiple parking lots so make sure to park in this area. Free parking is available for Seoul Land visitors.) NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Sun.-Thu.) / 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.) (Business days and hours may vary depending on the weather and holidays, so please visit their website before your visit)

·      Tickets: 27,000 won - 52,000 won

·      Website

Seoul Grand Park Zoo

As South Korea’s largest zoo, the Seoul Grand Park Zoo is the place to go when families want to explore the animal kingdom at a budget-friendly price. The park is a perfect setting for picnics, especially when the spring flowers are in full bloom. The extensive zoo also houses a wide array of animals, including adorable red pandas, western lowland gorillas, tigers, lions, hippos, giraffes and elephants.

·      Address: Line 4. Seoul Grand Park Station Exit 2 or 102 Daegongwon-gwangjang-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

·      Tickets: Adults 5,000 won / Teens 3,000 won / Children 2,000 won (Free for those under 5 years old and above 65 years old)

·      Website

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Everland

As Korea’s top large-scale theme park, Everland guarantees a fantastic family time with numerous exciting attractions, shows and parades. Beyond thrilling rides, Everland also boasts a zoo called “Zootopia” and flower gardens featuring seasonal blooms, perfect for beautiful family photos. Don’t miss out on the top attractions such as T-Express, Amazon Express, Panda World, and Safari World.

·      Address: 199 Everland-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

·      Tickets: 35,000 won - 62,000 won

·      Website

Bear Tree Park

Encounter hundreds of adorable bears at Bear Tree Park, a wonderful family outing spot in Sejong City. This park is an arboretum and zoo where you can encounter not only bears, but also other animals like deer, peacocks, mandarin ducks, and thousands of colorful koi fish. Kids can participate in various programs to interact with the animals, and visitors feed for some of the animals for a small fee.

·      Address: 217 Sinsong-ro, Jeondong-myeon, Sejong NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

·      Tickets: 12,000 won (adults) / 10,000 won (teens) / 8,000 won (kids)

·      Website

Anmyondo Jurassic Museum

For a rawr-ing good time, make plans for a fun trip to the Anmyeodo Jurassic Museum. This natural history museum is home to a large collection of dinosaur fossils found in Korea. Spend a day learning about dinosaurs through the museum’s large displays inside and enjoying the dinosaur-themed play areas in the museum garden.

An-Myeon-Do Island in Taean, where the museum is located, is on the western coast of the Peninsula and is famous for beach and activity like collecting sea creatures from mud flats, making it fun family destination.

·      Address: 37-20 Gomseom-ro, Nam-myeon, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Closed on Mondays)

·      Tickets: Adults 12,000 won / Teenagers 10,000 won / Children 9,000 won (Additional fees are charged for Media Hall and Planetarium)

·      Website

Gasan Supia

Gasan Supia in Daegu offers stunning landscapes with seasonal flowers and a wide array of activities for year-round-enjoyment. It features a Dinosaur Garden, an alpaca farm, various themed gardens, campgrounds, a craft workshop center, a summer swimming pool, a winter sledding area and more. This is the perfect spot for a fun-filled day with your family!

·      Address: 105, Hakhadeulan 2-gil, Gasan-myeon, Chilgok-gun NAVER MAP

·      Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Closed on Mondays for paid areas)

·      Tickets: Admission: 8,000 won (Includes access to the themed gardens) / Package pass: 12,000 won - 15,000 won (Includes admission plus access to one paid area)

·      Website

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