Olympic Park Travel Guide

🔮Olympic Park, located in Songpa-gu, Seoul, is a large-scale park established to commemorate the 1988 Seoul Olympics. It is a complex space where nature, history, culture, and sports come together, making it a popular destination for both Seoul residents and tourists.

🌳Location
Address: 424 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Subway:
Line 5 Olympic Park Station Exit 3 → 5-minute walk
Line 8 Mongchontoseong Station Exit 1 → 5-minute walk

📌 Main Attractions & Highlights

1. World Peace Gate
Iconic sculpture located at the park entrance
Built to symbolize the wish for world peace
2. Mongchontoseong
Baekje-era earthen fortification ruins
Features historical walking trails, burial mounds, and stunning night views
3. 88 Lake & Wildflower Hill
Perfect for a stroll around the lake
Spectacular flower fields in spring and summer
4. Lonely Tree (Zelkova Tree)
Famous photo spot featuring a solitary zelkova tree
Offers different atmospheres each season
5. Sculpture Park
Exhibits over 200 sculptures by domestic and international artists
A walking course blending art and nature
6. Olympic Memorial Hall & Sports Facilities
Includes Olympic Stadium, Gymnastics Arena, and other sports history spaces
Frequently hosts concerts and events

🚶♂️ Recommended Walking Course (Approx. 1.5-hour route)

Olympic Park Station →
World Peace Gate →
88 Lake & Wildflower Hill →
Lonely Tree →
Mongchontoseong Circular Trail →
Sculpture Park Walk →
Mongchontoseong Station or return to starting point

🍱Food & Cafes

Inside and around the park, you’ll find Starbucks, Tous Les Jours, open-air cafes, and food trucks
Nearby Bangi-dong Food Alley offers a variety of restaurants

🕒 Operating Hours & Fees

Operating Hours: Open 24 hours (some exhibition halls have specific hours)
Admission: Free
(Note: Small fees may apply for memorial halls or exhibition spaces)

🧍♀️ Useful Tips

Bike rentals available: Use Seoul Bike (Ddareungi) or park rental stations
Plenty of photo spots: Morning or sunset timing recommended
Best seasons for a stroll: Spring and autumn for flowers and foliage
Family-friendly and pet-friendly