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Chuncheon, a city easily accessible from the Seoul metropolitan area by ITX or subway, is about an hour and a half away. It's a great destination for a quick weekend outing or a family trip, offering a variety of places that both adults and children can enjoy. If you're looking for family-friendly attractions in Chuncheon, this guide will help you plan your trip. For a one-day visit, we recommend choosing 2 to 3 spots from our list.

Samaksan Lake Cable Car

The Samaksan Lake Cable Car operates on a 3.61km (2.24 miles) course, starting from Samcheon-dong, crossing Uiam Lake, and leading up to Samaksan Mountain. You can enjoy the breathtaking open views, and the transparent floor of the crystal cabin provides a more thrilling and immersive experience of the beautiful scenery below. The Uiam Lake station offers various amenities like restaurants, convenience stores, cafes, and souvenir shops. At the top of the Samaksan station, there's a cafe where you can relax with a cup of tea or ice cream while taking in the stunning panorama of Chuncheon city.

Samaksan Lake Cable Car

Samaksan Lake Cable Car Information

• Operating Hours

• March: Weekdays 09:00 ~ 18:00 / Weekends 09:00 ~ 19:00
• April: Weekdays 09:00 ~ 19:00 / Weekends 09:00 ~ 21:00
• May: Weekdays 09:00 ~ 20:00 / Weekends 09:00 ~ 22:00
• June ~ September: Weekdays 09:00 ~ 21:00 / Weekends 09:00 ~ 22:00
• October ~ November: Weekdays 09:00 ~ 19:00 / Weekends 09:00 ~ 21:00
• December ~ February: Weekdays 09:00 ~ 18:00 / Weekends 09:00 ~ 19:00

• Open all year round

• Fares

  Category	Adult	Child
  Standard Cabin	23,000 KRW (~$17 USD)	17,000 KRW (~$13 USD)
  Crystal Cabin	28,000 KRW (~$21 USD)	22,000 KRW (~$16 USD)

Gimyujeong Rail Bike

The Gimyujeong Rail Bike is a fun attraction with a long course of about 6km (3.7 miles). You can enjoy a scenic ride through various themed tunnels and admire the beautiful Bukhangang River views. The round trip takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. You can often find discounted tickets by booking online in advance. There are also packages available that include coffee and walnut cookies, which are a popular local snack.

Source: Gangchon Rail Park (Gimyujeong Rail Bike)

Gimyujeong Rail Bike Information

• Operating Hours (Break time 12:10~13:00)
• March~October 9:00~17:30
• November~February 9:00~16:30

Soyanggang Skywalk

The Soyanggang Skywalk in Chuncheon is a 174m (570 ft) long observation deck built over the Bukhangang (Soyanggang) River. The last 156m (511 ft) of the deck features a transparent glass floor, allowing you to look directly down into the water as you walk. The circular plaza with the transparent floor is a perfect spot for taking memorable photos of your Chuncheon trip. The entrance fee is refunded as a local gift certificate, known as the 'Chuncheon Love Gift Certificate,' which can be used at nearby businesses, making it a great value. Next to the skywalk is the iconic Statue of Soyanggang Maiden, which is also worth a visit.

Soyanggang Skywalk

Soyanggang Skywalk Information

• Operating Hours: 10:00~18:00
• Open all year round
• Admission Fee: 2,000 KRW (~$1.5 USD) (Refunded as a Chuncheon gift certificate)
• Parking Fee: 600 KRW (~$0.45 USD) for the first 30 minutes / 300 KRW (~$0.23 USD) for every 10 minutes thereafter (Chuncheon gift certificate cannot be used for parking payment)

National Chuncheon Museum

The National Chuncheon Museum is a fantastic place to visit with children. The themed playroom and Children's Museum are especially well-equipped to engage young kids with various hands-on facilities. It's not just for viewing; children can touch and experience things directly, making it an interactive and educational outing.

National Chuncheon Museum

In the main hall, a large-scale media art show is screened every hour on the hour on the second floor, where you can comfortably watch while enjoying a drink or a cup of tea.

National Chuncheon Museum Information

• Operating Hours: 9:00~18:00 / Admission closes 30 minutes before closing time
• Closed: Mondays
• Parking: Free
• Admission Fee: Free

Jade Garden

Jade Garden is a botanical garden inspired by European garden styles, with its architecture and plant arrangements designed to complement the natural valley terrain. This makes you feel as if you are traveling in a charming European destination. The garden features over 3,000 species of plants and is divided into various themed sections. Since there are many sloping paths along the valley, it's a good idea to wear comfortable shoes for your visit.

Jade Garden

Jade Garden Information

• Operating Hours: 09:00~18:00
• Open all year round
• Admission Fees: Adults 11,000 KRW (~$8 USD) / Children 6,000 KRW (~$4.5 USD) / Children under 36 months are free

Chuncheon Animation Museum & Toy Robot관

The Chuncheon Animation Museum explores the history and development of animation, from its origins to its various types and production techniques. It's a place that sparks curiosity in children and evokes fond memories in adults.

Chuncheon Animation Museum & Toy Robot관

At the Toy Robot Hall, you can see how the imaginary robots from animations and movies have been brought to life with modern technology. The entire family can enjoy various hands-on activities, such as operating spider robots and mission robots, watching dancing robots, and experiencing drone flights and car racing simulators.

You can see a great view of Uiam Lake from the cafe on the 3rd floor of the Toy Robot Hall.

Information

• Operating Hours: 10:00~18:00 (Last admission 17:00)
• Closed: Mondays / January 1st / Seollal and Chuseok holidays
• Admission Fee: 7,000 KRW (~$5 USD) (Same fee for all ages)
• Recommended Course: Animation Museum → Toy Robot Hall → Toy Robot Hall 3rd floor Cafe → Outdoor Forest Playground

Happy Chorwon Farm

Happy Chorwon Farm is a place with scenery so beautiful it feels like you're in Switzerland. It's a ranch where Korean native cattle are raised on open pastures, alongside various other animals like sheep and rabbits. There are photo zones along the walking trails with the stunning Chuncheon Lake as a backdrop, and you can enjoy different seasonal experiences. The farm operates as a space for play, education, and relaxation all year round. At 'Mother House,' a cattle experience center at the farm's entrance, you can enjoy a handmade Korean beef burger while looking out over Chuncheon Lake.

Happy Chorwon Farm

Happy Chorwon Farm Information

• Operating Hours: Summer 9:00~18:00 / Winter 10:00~17:00

• Closed: Open all year round

• Pet Admission: Small dogs are allowed on weekdays only

• Admission Fees

  Category	Admission Fee	Note
  General Admission	7,000 KRW (~$5 USD)	Includes animal feed
  Seniors	3,000 KRW (~$2.2 USD)	-
  Disabled	3,000 KRW (~$2.2 USD)	-
  Small Dog	5,000 KRW (~$3.7 USD)	Weekdays only
  Chuncheon Citizen	5,000 KRW (~$3.7 USD)	-

• Activities

• Animal Feeding: Feed is provided for free with admission, but children under 36 months are not allowed to participate.
• Donkey Riding: An activity for children under 13 years old, with a fee of 5,000 KRW (~$3.7 USD).
• Pasture Experience: A chance to feed and interact with the animals in the pasture (included in the admission fee).
• Forest Playground: Features a rope playground, net trampoline, suspension bridges, net tunnels, log crossings, and more.

Gangwon Police Museum

The Gangwon Police Museum provides a glimpse into the changing police equipment and roles throughout different eras in Korean history. Although small, it's a great place for children who are interested in the police profession to make a quick stop. In particular, they can have the fun experience of sitting on a real police motorcycle and in a police car.

Gangwon Police Museum

Gangwon Police Museum Information

• Operating Hours: Summer 9:30~17:30 / Winter 9:30~17:00
• Closed: Mondays, January 1st, Seollal, Chuseok holidays, public holidays
• Admission Fee: Free

Kkumjaram Children's Park

Kkumjaram Children's Park is a small, low-cost play facility operated by the city of Chuncheon, ideal for active children and families. Socks are required for safety in the indoor playground, and outdoor shoes that cover the top of the foot are required for the outdoor playground. Please note that you can only enter each of the indoor and outdoor play areas once for a maximum of two hours per session.

Kkumjaram Children's Park

The first floor of the indoor playground has slides, trampolines, jungle gyms, an indoor rock climbing wall, and a large air bouncer for children under 7. The second floor has more challenging play equipment for older kids. The outdoor playground includes a wobbly bridge, a rope walk, a skywalk, an adventure course, forest swings, a double dome, a spider net, and a pirate ship, providing a wide variety of activities for children.

Kkumjaram Children's Park Information

• Operating Hours: Indoor 9:00~17:00 (Break 12:00~14:00) / Outdoor 10:00~18:00
• Closed: Mondays
• Admission Fees: Indoor 6,000 KRW (~$4.5 USD), Outdoor 3,000 KRW (~$2.2 USD) / Combined ticket 8,000 KRW (~$6 USD)
• No outside food or drinks allowed

Chuncheon Makguksu Museum

The Chuncheon Makguksu Museum is a place where you can learn about the history and culture of Makguksu, a traditional Korean noodle dish. It also explains the history of buckwheat cultivation in the Gangwon Province and how Makguksu became a representative local food. Here, you can also take part in a hands-on experience to make your own Makguksu. The museum was even featured on the popular Korean TV show 'Encyclopedia of Useless Facts,' which highlights interesting and lesser-known information.

Chuncheon Makguksu Museum

Chuncheon Makguksu Museum Information

• Operating Hours: Exhibition Hall 10:00~17:00 / Experience Hall 10:30~16:30
• Closed: Mondays, Chuseok, and Seollal holidays
• Admission Fees: Adults 1,000 KRW (~$0.75 USD), Teenagers 700 KRW (~$0.52 USD), Children 500 KRW (~$0.37 USD)
• Experience Program: 5,000 KRW (~$3.7 USD) per person (Available for groups of 2 or more)

We've introduced 10 great places for a family trip in Chuncheon. While we've focused on places for kids, these spots offer plenty of fun for adults as well. Why not plan a quick trip to Chuncheon this weekend and make some wonderful memories with your family?

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