Seoul Botanic Park Review 2026: Tickets & Discounts
Escape the city bustle at Seoul Botanic Park! Here is your complete walkthrough from Magoknaru Station, including how to save 50% on tickets.
Loading...
Escape the city bustle at Seoul Botanic Park! Here is your complete walkthrough from Magoknaru Station, including how to save 50% on tickets.
Hey there, fellow travelers! Julius here.
Today, I am excited to take you on a virtual tour of one of Seoul's most refreshing urban green spaces:
The Seoul Botanic Park
Seoul Botanic Park Overview
⏰️ Opening Hours
Regular Season (March – October): 09:30 AM – 06:00 PM
Last Entry: 05:00 PM
Winter Season (November – February): 09:30 AM – 05:00 PM
Last Entry: 04:00 PM
Closed every Monday
🏠 Address
161 Magokdong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
TEL: 02-2104-9716
📍 Seoul Botanic Park Location
161 Magokdong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
Located right near Magoknaru Station, this beautiful park is just a short 5 to 10-minute walk (about 0.3 miles) from the station exit.
For those driving, parking is available at:
Seoul Botanic Park Parking Lot,
Parking Lot 1, and the 2nd Public Parking Lot.
Keep these in mind if you plan to rent a car during your trip!
How to Get to Seoul Botanic Park
If you are arriving by subway, exit the ticket gates at Magoknaru Station and look immediately to your left. You will spot clear directional signs for the Seoul Botanic Park.
Follow the signs to the escalator, head up, and enjoy a pleasant 5 to 10-minute walk along the designated path to the park entrance.
There are two main access points to the Theme Garden (Jujewon).
Subway travelers will typically use the entrance shown in the left photo, while those using Parking Lot 1 will find the entrance shown on the right more convenient!
Buying Tickets: Kiosks & Ticket Booths
Here is a quick guide on how to grab your entry tickets depending on which entrance you use.
At the subway pedestrian entrance, automated self-service kiosks are lined up right in front. If you qualify for any special discounts, head over to the manned ticket window located right next to them.
If you enter through Parking Lot 1, there is no ticket booth directly at the gate. Instead, walk over to the Botanic Center (which houses the glass conservatory greenhouse) to find the ticket counters. Both automated kiosks and manned booths are available here as well.
Seoul Botanic Park Ticket Prices & Discounts
Adults: Ages 19 to 64
Teens: Ages 13 to 18
Children: Ages 6 to 12
Standard Admission
Adults: ~$3
Teens: ~$2
Children: ~$1
Group Discount (30% off for groups of 30 or more)
Adults: ~$2
Teens: ~$1
Children: ~$1
Transit Card Discount (50% off for valid Climate Card holders!)
Adults: ~$2
Teens: ~$1
Children: ~$1
Free Admission Categories
1. Children under age 6 and seniors age 65 and older.
2. Individuals with disabilities (including 1 accompanying guardian for severity levels 1-3).
3. National merit recipients, wounded veterans, and bereaved family members.
4. Seoul Honorary Citizenship Card holders.
5. Families registered on the Seoul Multi-Child "Dadaeungi Happy" Card.
6. Basic livelihood security recipients.
Be sure to review these categories and bring the necessary IDs or cards to claim your discounts!
How to Claim Your 50% Climate Card Discount
To get the 50% discount, you will need your active **Climate Card** (Seoul's unlimited transit pass) and a **valid ID**. The Climate Card must be within its active validity period on the day of your visit.
Step-by-step instructions on how to verify your card are posted right next to the manned ticket counter.
If you are using a physical card, I highly recommend knowing your login details for the T-money website in advance, just in case you need to verify ownership on-site.
T-Money Card & Pay Official Site
My Honest Review of Seoul Botanic Park
While the afternoon got a bit cloudy, we arrived early in the morning to catch gorgeous clear skies. The weather was wonderfully crisp and cool—absolutely perfect for a leisurely stroll.
There are plenty of charming photo zones set up throughout the grounds, making it a fantastic spot for couples and families to take some memorable photos together.
Being a world-class botanical garden, the sheer variety of unique plants, trees, and flowers on display is incredibly impressive.
I assumed the peak rose season had completely passed, but I was thrilled to catch the very last of these gorgeous, vibrant blooms in the garden!
When the weather is nice, there is no better place in western Seoul to enjoy a walk or plan a relaxed date. It is also highly educational and fun for kids, so family travelers will love it here.
If you are looking for a scenic, breezy autumn escape near Magoknaru Station, I highly recommend spending a morning at the Seoul Botanic Park.
After your walk, wrap up your day with a delicious meal nearby: Songjujip Magoknaru - Magoknaru Restaurant
If you hold a valid Climate Card, you can receive a 50% discount on the basic admission fee. To apply the discount, you must present the card along with your ID at a manned ticket booth. If you are using a physical card, you will also need to log in to the Tmoney Card & Pay website.
It takes about 5 to 10 minutes on foot. After exiting the ticket gates at Magongnaru Station, follow the signs and take the escalator up. If you continue following the signs along the path, you will find the Theme Garden entrance, which has both unmanned and manned ticket booths.
During the regular season from March to October, it is open from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with the last admission at 5:00 PM. During the winter season from November to February, it is open until 5:00 PM, with the last admission at 4:00 PM. The park is closed every Monday.
The basic admission fee for adults aged 19 to 64 is ~$3. Admission is completely free for infants under 6, seniors aged 65 and older, Dadungi Happy Card holders, people with disabilities, and persons of national merit.
Escape city lights at Unyeo Beach, Taean! This guide reveals top tips for witnessing the Milky Way, checking tide times, finding parking, and enjoying beach camping under a blanket of stars.
Escape the city bustle at Seoul Botanical Garden's stunning greenhouse. Discover exotic plants, photo zones, and budget-friendly local discount hacks.
Explore Gamcheon Culture Village in Busan! Get essential tips on parking, finding the Little Prince, BTS murals, and enjoying this colorful hillside escape.
Is Juknokwon Bamboo Forest worth visiting in the rain? Read our honest review of Damyang's green paradise, featuring misty trails, Hanok cafes, and travel tips.
Escape the city at Gangneung Solhyang Arboretum! Enjoy free admission, lush pine forests, and stroller-friendly walking paths perfect for a family day out.
Escape to Gangwon-do's Hani Lavender Farm! Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 Goseong Lavender Festival, from peak bloom times to ticket prices.