Pyeongtaek is the largest host city in Korea, home to two U.S. military bases: Osan Air Base and Camp Humphreys. Though it’s easy to travel to many destinations across Korea within just a couple of hours, families newly arrived in the area may wonder where to take their kids nearby. Many Pyeongtaek residents explore not only attractions within the city but also quick getaways in neighboring cities like Anseong and Asan, only about a 20-30-minute drive away.

For those looking for the best spots around town, here are some family-friendly destinations close to Pyeongtaek.

1. Anseong Farmland  (Anseong)

Anseong Farmland is a large agricultural theme park beloved by families with children. In spring and autumn, the farmland features breathtaking landscapes with vast fields of canola, sunflowers and cosmos flowers. The park offers a variety of farm experiences such as feeding animals and horseback riding. Children have plenty of chances to get close to farm animals like sheep, goats, pigs and rabbits. They can also explore a play area featuring a trampoline park, racing cart zone and amusement rides.

• Best season to visit: Spring and autumn are especially beautiful with blooming flowers.

• Distance: About 30 minutes (18km) from Camp Humphreys / 40 minutes (25km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 28 Daesindu-gil, Gongdo-eup, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily

• Admission: Adult 15,000 won / Children 13,000 won (Discount available for those with DoD ID or birthday person and through Naver)

• More about Anseong Farmland

2. Starfield Anseong (Anseong)

Starfield Anseong is a popular shopping mall with various entertainment facilities and shopping options for all ages. The mall is especially family-friendly, offering free stroller rentals for babies and pets as well as nursing rooms. The mall features both indoor and outdoor playgrounds, kid-friendly cafés, a kids’ library with English books, a pet park and other fun facilities. The mall is home to a large toy store and budget-friendly shops, making it perfect for families looking to eat, shop and play in one spot.

• Best season to visit: All year round. It’s great for days when you want to stay indoors during hot summers, cold winters or rainy weather.

• Distance: About 25 minutes (11km) from Camp Humphreys / 30 minutes (18km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 3930-39 Seodong-daero, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

• More about Starfield Anseong

3. Aquafield (Anseong)

Aquafield, located inside Starfield Anseong, is a leisure destination that combines a kid-friendly water park, luxury spa and modern jjimjilbang. Traditional Korean jjimjilbangs feature gender-separated bathhouses and themed spa rooms like salt rooms and ice rooms, but Aquafield elevates the experience to a stylish, resort level one. Families can enjoy rooftop infinity pools, themed sauna rooms, a bathhouse area and spacious play zones. Aquafield truly offers a therapeutic experience that’s perfect for family bonding and a refreshing break. Many discount options are available, so check their website before your visit.

• Best season to visit: All year round, but especially summer for the water park and winter for the spa and sauna rooms.

• Location: 3F, Starfield Anseong, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. / Water park: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

• Admission: Free for children under 36 months (Proof required)

-Jjimjil Spa (6 hrs): Adults 26,000 won / Children under middle school 21,000 won

-Water park (6 hrs): Adults 56,000 won / Children under middle school 46,000 won

-Multi-pass (9 hrs): Adults 66,000 won / Children under middle school 56,000 won

• More about Starfield Anseong

4. Oeam Folk Village (Asan)

About a 30–40-minute drive from Pyeongtaek, you’ll discover Korea’s past at Oeam Folk Village, built in the early 1500s during the Joseon era. Backed by mountains and facing rivers, Oeam is one of the few folk villages in Korea, remaining unspoiled by time and modernization, so the entire village is much like a living folk museum. The village feels like you’ve slipped back in time, surrounded by the lively beat of folk drums and people in colorful hanbok.

On weekends and holidays, visitors can enjoy a variety of hands-on activities at traditional houses such as tea ceremonies and Korean paper crafts. Visitors can also rent beautiful hanbok, traditional attire, at affordable prices.

• Best season to visit: Spring and fall for stunning nature backdrops and wearing hanbok. Also, during folk festivals around January–February and in October.

• Distance: About 35 minutes (35km) from Camp Humphreys / 45 minutes (50km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 5 Oeam Folk Road, Songak-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. (Apr.–Oct.) / 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Nov.–Mar.)

• Admission: Adults 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won

• Learn more about Oeam Folk Village

5. Main Street Café (Pyeongtaek)

Café Main Street, a New York City-themed eatery near Pyeongtaek Port, is so popular that visitors from all over Korea make the trip to check it out. Stepping inside feels like being transported to Main Street in New York City. The three-story building is filled with New York-themed murals and designed like a trick-eye art museum. Visitors can enjoy a variety of pastries, cakes, shakes, coffees and other beverages. The café also has a kids’ café with affordable prices where children can play freely while parents enjoy coffee and pastry.

Best time to visit: All year round since it’s indoors. The café also sits right by Pyeongtaek Port and Pyeongtaek Lake Tourist Complex, so many also come to explore the seaside area on clear days.

• Distance: About 35 minutes (25km) from Camp Humphreys / 40 minutes (33km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 468 Gangbyeon-ro, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily

• Parking: Free parking available

• Learn more about Main Street

6. Pyeongtaek Lake Tourist Complex (Pyeongtaek)

Pyeongtaek Lake Tourist Complex is a getaway for families who love water activities. The lake is especially popular for pedal duck boats, motorboats, water-skiing and banana boats. Visitors come to enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride along the water. Since fishing and camping are also allowed, many families bring cars with camping gear and set up right by the lakeside for picnics or camping. The complex is also home to cultural spaces such as the Pyeongtaek Lake Arts Hall and a drive-in theater. Surrounded by nature and cultural spaces, the complex attracts many visitors not only from Pyeongtaek but also across the Seoul metropolitan area.

• Best time to visit: Spring through fall for water sports, picnics and outdoor activities.

• Distance: About 25 minutes (24km) from Camp Humphreys / 40 minutes (30km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 183 Pyeongtaekho 2-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Admission & parking: Free

Pyeongtaek-ho Leisure Town

• Address: 50 Pyeongtaekho-gil, Hyeondeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 9 a.m.–7:30 p.m. (Closed in winter)

• Fees: Duck boat–23,000 won for 4 people / other activities: 20,000 won to 60,000 won

7. Asan Spavis (Asan)

Asan Spavis is a family-friendly water park, perfect for young children, featuring both indoor and outdoor zones with various spa facilities. The park offers reasonable prices and special discounts for the U.S. military community. All water here is sourced 100% from natural hot springs, known for their therapeutic benefits for skincare and overall health. Families can enjoy a wide range of attractions, including a water playground for kids, multiple hot spring baths, a lazy river pool and more. The water park also has a wave pool and slides, but they’re open only during peak season.

• Best time to visit: Summer for the water park and winter for the hot springs.

• Distance: About 25 minutes (20km) from Camp Humphreys / 42 minutes (40km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 67 Asan Oncheon-ro 157 beon-gil, Asan-si, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Water park) / 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Sauna/Bathhouse)

• Admission: 35,000 won–55,000 won (depending on the season)–50% discount available for anyone with a U.S. military base pass or DoD ID, applicable for up to 4 people in your party.

• Learn more about Asan Spavis

8. Pinnacle Land (Asan)

Pinnacle Land is a hillside arboretum filled with colorful flowerbeds, adorable animals and wide-open fields. In spring, you’ll be welcomed by endless rows of tulips and daffodils, their sweet scent filling the air as you stroll. Many families and couples visit the park to take photos with flower backdrops and enjoy peaceful walks. Visitors can also stop by the animal zone to feed deer, alpacas and goats. After exploring, the café near the lake is the perfect spot to rest with coffee, pastries and beautiful lake views.

• Best time to visit: April–May for tulips and daffodils

• Distance: About 25 minutes (22 km) from Camp Humphreys / 40 minutes (35 km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 20-42 Wolseon-gil, Yeongin-myeon, Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily (until 8 p.m. on Saturdays during peak season)

• Admission: 10,000 to 16,000 won (depending on season and event)

• Parking: Large, free parking is available on-site.

• Learn more about Pinnacle Land

9. Sapgyoho Amusement Park (Dangjin)

Sapgyoho is home to the closest amusement park to Camp Humphreys, only about a 30-minute drive away. Compared to larger theme parks, Sapgyoho Amusement Park isn’t very big, so many families come here for a quick seaside outing to enjoy just a few hours. The park has about 12 rides, including the Viking, Space Shot, Bumper Cars and Disco. The most popular attraction is the giant Ferris wheel, offering stunning ocean views. There’s no entrance fee and visitors purchase individual ride tickets (4,500 won to 6,500 won).

• Best time to visit: Spring and fall, or evenings when the weather is nice.

• Distance: About 30 minutes (30km) from Camp Humphreys / 45 minutes (45km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 15 Sapgyocheon 3-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Closed on rainy days)

• Learn more about Sapgyoho Amusement Park

10. Dinosaur World (Asan)

Dinosaur World is a dinosaur themed park (or kid’s café), a paradise for little dino fans. The park features a large group of realistic dinosaur model exhibits, rides and shows. The dinosaur rides move and roar like real dinosaurs, and visitors can ride them as much as they want. The shows are very enjoyable: the enormous dinosaurs take the stage, marching, playing and dancing with kids. An interactive magic show is also a favorite among children as they receive balloon animals or magic wands as gifts.

• Best time to visit: All year round. Located inside a large mall, it’s a perfect indoor family outing for shopping, dining and fun.

• Distance: About 15 minutes (12km) from Camp Humphreys / 30 minutes (30km) from Osan Air Base.

• Address: 127 Haewian-gil, Dunpo-myeon, Asan-si, Naver Map

• Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) / 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.) / No shows available on Tuesdays

• Admission: 20,000 won / Free for children under 1 year old / 10,000 won for children aged 12 to 23 months / 13,000 won per person for a group of 20 or more / 16,500 won for a customer who purchases over 100,000 won at the mall.

• More about Dinosaur World

11. Animal Club (Pyeongtaek)

Animal Club is a unique animal café and playground where kids can meet a variety of animals and enjoy exciting activities in one place. Visitors can interact with sheep, ponies, guinea pigs, meerkats, parrots, cats, dogs and other animals. The large indoor playground features ball pits, big slides and other play zones. On weekends, recreation programs keep kids busy with games and events. For parents, there’s a cozy café area for drinks and snacks. It’s a popular spot not only for families with children but also for couples on a date.

• Best season to visit: All year round, especially when you want to relax while kids play safely indoors.

• Distance: About 17 minutes (7km) from Osan Air Base / 25 minutes (18km) from Camp Humphreys

• Address: 1544 Cheongwon-ro, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 11 a.m.–6:30 p.m. (Tue.–Fri.) / 10 a.m.–7 p.m. (Sat.–Sun.) / Closed on Mondays

• Admission: 15,000 won for 2 hours

12. Jinwicheon Recreation Area (Pyeongtaek)

Jinwicheon Recreation Area is a large riverside park near Osan Air Base, perfect for camping and enjoying the outdoors. The park features basketball and foot volleyball courts, as well as many auto-camping sites where visitors can spend the night by the river. It also has plenty of designated rest areas, making it easy to enjoy picnics or a simple day trip. Riding the rail bike is a must-do activity to enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape. In summer, a water play zone opens for children to splash and cool off.

• Best time to visit: Spring and fall for camping and outdoor activities. Summer for the water play zone.

• Distance: About 10 minutes (5km) from Osan Air Base / 40 minutes (25km) from Camp Humphreys

• Address: 264-15 Jinwiseo-ro, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

• Admission: Free

• Parking: 3,000 won to 6,000 won

• Other fees: Rail bike: 2,000 won / Camping: 30,000 won

• Website

13. Naeri Cultural Park (Pyeongtaek)

Naeri Cultural Park is a beautiful riverside park where families can relax and enjoy nature, just a minute from Camp Humphreys. The park is very eco-friendly with lawns and flower beds, perfect for picnics, strolls or seasonal photos. Children can run safely across the open fields while parents rest on benches or walking decks by the water. The park is especially loved for the seasonal blooms during spring and fall. In summer, a fun water playground is set up for kids to cool off and splash around.

Best season to visit: Late June to July for hydrangeas, July to mid-August for the water play zone, and late September to early November for pink muhly grass. Since it’s nearby the base, anytime on clear days is great for a walk.

• Distance: About 1-2 minutes (1km) from Camp Humphreys / 35 minutes (20km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 16-6 Naeri 1-gil, Paengseong-eup, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours: Open year-round

• Admission & parking: Free

14. Free bike rental at riversides (Pyeongtaek)                 

When the weather warms up or cools down, renting a bike from two Pyeongtaek’s free public bike rental shops is a favorite activity among locals. Both shops sit in scenic spots surrounded by grass, flowers, and long riding paths along the water. The shops offer a variety of bikes, including tandem bikes, kids’ bikes and those with baskets or back seats, so everyone in the family can enjoy a ride. Renting a bike is simple: just fill out a short form and verify your phone number. Both shops connect directly to riverside bike paths, and you can also request a brochure with route information to plan your adventure. Helmets are provided free of charge.

• Best time to visit: Spring for cherry blossoms and fall for cosmos flowers and silver grass.

Public Bicycle Rental at Tongbokcheon Stream

• Address: 174 Dongsak-ro, Pyeongtaek-si, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Closed Mondays)

• Contact: 010-6782-4788

Public Bicycle Rental at Oseong Riverside

• Address: 501-96 Danggeori, Oseong-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Closed Mondays)

• More about the free bike rental

15. Baramsae Village & Sopung Garden (Pyeongtaek) 

Baramsae Village is one of Pyeongtaek’s best autumn destinations, hosting the Pink Muhly Festival from late September to mid-November. The wide fields are filled with pink muhly grass along with other seasonal blooms such as pampas grass, cosmos, and sunflowers, creating endless photo opportunities.

Just a 3-minute walk away is Sopung Garden Park, another eco-friendly attraction with seasonal foliage, flower fields and migratory birds, perfect for a fall picnic. “Sopung” means picnic in Korean, and true to its name, the park has plenty of picnic spots and playgrounds.

• Best season to visit: Fall, especially late September to mid-November during the Pink Muhly Festival.

• Distance: About 10 minutes (9km) from Camp Humphreys / 20 minutes (11km) from Osan Air Base

• Address: 43-62 Saeak-gil, Godeok-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si, Naver Map

• Hours: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Admission: Baramsae Village–4,000 won / Sopung Garden–Free

• Parking: Free parking available at Sopung Garden, Naver Map

Camp Humphreys

Osan Air Base

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