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. Make sure to check out the Tip of the Day on Page 15!

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 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. – 6:30 p.m. (May. – Aug.) / 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Apr. & Sep.) / 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Mar. & Oct.) / 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Nov. – Feb.)

• Tickets: Adult 9,000 won / Children 7,000 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. daily

• Tickets: 18,000 won

• Website

• More about Alpaca World

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 the resort. The park typically opens on weekends, but the schedule varies monthly, so check the website calendar before your visit.

• Address: 128 Hajungdo-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. weekends (Weekday schedule varies)

• Tickets: Adult 47,000 won - 65,000 won / Children 40,000 – 55,000 won

• Website

COEX AQUARIUM

Inside COEX Mall, one of Seoul’s top destinations, COEX Aquarium is a must-visit for families seeking an exciting underwater adventure! With over 40,000 marine creatures from 650 species, it is home to Korea’s largest shark habitat and features amazing species like manta rays, sand tiger sharks, and Humboldt penguins.

Make sure to join fun learning activities like feeding programs and engaging educational sessions. Also, don’t forget to visit Starfield Library for a relaxing family break and enjoy a dessert tour around the mall!

• 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: Adult 33,000 won (Discounted price: 24,000 won) / Children 29,000 won (Discounted price: 23,000)

• Tip: Most visitors get discounted tickets via Naver or online travel sites.

• Website

THE ROYAL PLACES IN SEOUL

The Royal Palace Culture Festival, held every spring and fall at the five royal palaces in Seoul, is one of the largest festivals in Korea and features the beauty of the historic royal residences. Since the spring season includes Children’s Day, many special events are planned for kids at all the palaces, like a royal palace job experience at Gyeongbokgung. Visitors can also enjoy parades, performances, traditional markets, and stamp tours! Those dressed in hanbok can enter all palaces for free. Check the festival’s website for up-to-date program details before your visit as they offer a variety of events.

Royal Palace Culture Festival

• Date: Sat., April 26 – Sun., May 4

• 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, Naver Map

• 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.)

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Mon.-Thu.) / 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Fri.-Sun.) (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. daily

• 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

• More about Seoul Grand Park Zoo

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. - 10 p.m. daily

• 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 can feed some of the animals for a small fee.

• Address: 217 Sinsong-ro, Jeondong-myeon, Sejong, Naver Map

• Hours: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Mon.-Thu.) / 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Fri.-Sun.)

• Tickets: Adult 13,000 won / Teens 11,000 won / Children 9,000 won

• Website

E-WORLD 

E-World, one of Korea’s top amusement parks, is a perfect spot to celebrate Children’s Day for families near Daegu. E-World is renowned for its European-style city park, seasonal events and festivals including the stunning cherry blossom festival and others for cosmos, tulips, and hydrangeas, all with picturesque photo spots. Visitors of all ages can enjoy various parades, shows, and thrilling rides like the Camelback and Hurricane roller coasters. For younger children, the Zoozoo Farm offers a chance to interact with adorable animals such as rabbits, monkeys, raccoons, alpacas, and more.

• Address: Line 2 (Daegu Metro). Naedang Station Exit 2 or Duryu gongwon-ro 200, Naver Map

•  Hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily

• Tickets:  24,000 won - 49,000 won

• 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.

• Tickets: Adult 8,000 won / Children 6,000 won / Alpaca Land package 13,000 won (for all ages)

• Website

• More about Gasan Supia

GYEONGJU WORLD

Gyeongju World is famous for having the most thrilling attractions in South Korea, often referred to as the Korean version of Six Flags. It is greatly beloved by residents from Gyeongsang-do, Daegu and Busan, and attracts many families on Children’s Day. Gyeongju World boasts three major roller coasters, Draken, Phaethon and Valkyrie, as well as many other exciting rides. The park is also located in a resort area, making it convenient for overnight stays. The theme park is recommended for children in elementary school and above.

• Address:  bomun-ro 544, Gyeongju-si, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) / 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.)

• Tickets: 22,900 won - 52,000 won

• Website

KOREAN FOLK VILLAGE

Entering Korean Folk Village feels like stepping into a live historical K-drama scene, perfectly recreating Joseon era villages where commoners and noblemen lived. The theme park even employs staff who act out roles such as farmers, noblemen or warriors roaming around the village. Although not an actual historical site, it offers significant educational value, providing a wide range of cultural experiences like pottery workshops, traditional games, performances, and more amidst picturesque surroundings.

The village hosts seasonal festivals with cultural themes, and for thrill seekers, there’s a traditional Korean haunted house. Also, the village features an amusement park with exciting rides such as the Viking, Family Coaster, bumper cars, and more—all included with the admission ticket. Always lively, especially on Children’s Day, it’s the perfect place for families to enjoy a unique cultural experience together!

• Address: 90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-so, Gyeonggi-do, Naver Map

• Hours:  9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. daily

• Tickets: Adult 37,000 won / Children 30,000 won – Tip: Most visitors receive a 30-50% discount through Naver, online travel shops, or their website.

• Website

LOTTE WORLD ADVENTURE 

Lotte World Adventure is an amusement park featuring both indoor and outdoor zones in Seoul’s busy Jamsil neighborhood. Known as the “Korean Disneyland,” the park creates a magical atmosphere with its mascot raccoon characters, themed areas like Magic Land, and various parades, shows, and events. From gentle rides for young children to thrilling roller coasters like Atlantis, Lotte World offers something for all ages! It’s also popular for visitors at any ages to wear or rent school uniforms, embracing the youthful and fun spirit of this magical world!

• Address: Line 2. Jamsil Station Exit 3 or 240 Olympic-ro, Songpagu, Seoul, Naver Map

• Hours: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Sun.-Thu.) / 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.)

• Tickets: 32,000 won - 64,000 won

• Website

ANSEONG FARMLAND

Anseong Farmland near Pyeongtaek is a vast agricultural theme park known for its stunning landscapes, especially in spring and autumn. The park offers a range of interactive farm experiences and hosts seasonal festivals like the Rye Field and Cosmos Village Festivals, featuring breathtaking views. With plenty to explore, it’s the fantastic family spot where children can run wild and enjoy a fun-filled day of adventure!

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

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily

• Tickets: Adult 15,000 won / Children 13,000 won & Admission + horse ride: Adult 21,000 won / Children 19,000 (Discount available for those with DoD ID or birthday person or through Naver)

• More about Anseong Farmland

SEOUL CHILDREN’S GRAND PARK

Operated by Seoul City, Seoul Children’s Grand Park is a wonderful destination for a fun and budget-friendly family outing! Admission to all attractions including the extensive zoo and botanical garden are free. Amusement park rides require an extra fee, but tickets are affordable.

The zoo has a variety of animals like kangaroos, elephants and zebras. Small Animal Village also has some interesting residents like desert foxes, meerkats and more. Please note this is Seoul Children’s Grand Park (서울어린이대공원), different from Seoul Grand Park, located in Gwacheon City, Gyeonggi-do.

• Address: Line 7. Children’s Grand Park Station Exit 1 or 216 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, Naver Map

• Hours: Park: 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. / Zoo: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Amusement park: 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.) & 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.)

• Tickets for the amusement park:

* 3 rides - Adults 12,000 won / Teens 11,000 won / Children 10,000 won

*Unlimited pass - Adults 28,000 won / Teens & Children 25,000 won

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