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On days when it's tough to enjoy outdoor activities with your child in the city, Seoul's indoor playgrounds and museums can be a great alternative. We've selected 10 places where kids can have a fun and educational time, perfect for an upcoming school break.

Top Places to Visit in Seoul with Kids

Seodaemun Museum of Natural History

For children who love dinosaurs, a visit to the Seodaemun Museum of Natural History is highly recommended. Established to promote understanding and conservation of natural history and ecosystems, the museum offers a wide range of exhibits covering not just dinosaurs, but also astronomy, biology, anthropology, and geology, detailing the processes since the birth of the universe. The 3rd floor features a kids' library, making it a great spot to spend time reading with your children.

Seodaemun Museum of Natural History

Visitor Information

• Admission: Adults 7,000 KRW (approx. $5.07 USD), Teenagers 4,000 KRW (approx. $2.90 USD), Children 3,000 KRW (approx. $2.17 USD)

• Closed: Every Monday

• Parking Fee: Large vehicles 5,000 KRW (approx. $3.62 USD), Small vehicles 3,000 KRW (approx. $2.17 USD) for the first 2 hours (500 KRW for each additional 10 minutes)

• Parking Tip: If the main lot is full, you can use the parking lot at Yeonbuk Middle School.

COEX Aquarium

COEX Aquarium is directly connected to the subway station, allowing for an entirely indoor experience without needing to step outside. It's quite large, and with plenty of food options, cafes, and the famous Starfield Library nearby, it's a perfect place to spend a full day with your child. The aquarium features 14 themed zones with over 650 species and more than 20,000 marine creatures.

Visitor Information

• Hours: 10:00 AM ~ 8:00 PM
• Open year-round
• Admission: Adults/Teens 26,000 KRW (approx. $18.84 USD), Children 23,000 KRW (approx. $16.67 USD)

Main Shows & Feeding Times

• Mermaid Underwater Performance
  • Weekdays: 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM
  • Weekends/Holidays: 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
  • Excluding Mondays
• Animal Feeding
• Sharks: Daily at 1:30 PM
• Stingrays: Tue-Sun, Holidays at 3:10 PM
• Penguins: Daily at 3:30 PM
• Seals: Wed-Sun, Holidays at 3:30 PM

National Children's Science Center

Located near Hyehwa Station, the National Children's Science Center is a place where children can develop an interest in science and easily understand scientific principles through various exhibitions and hands-on facilities. Here, they can learn about and experience the principles of pulleys used in daily life, the conversion of potential energy to kinetic energy, how tornadoes form, and the flow and power of water. There's also a small play area for kids to enjoy. Entry is limited by time slots, so you must book in advance on their website.

National Children's Science Center

Visitor Information

• Hours: 9:30 AM ~ 5:30 PM (Closed Mondays)
• Admission: Adults 2,000 KRW (approx. $1.45 USD) / Teens & Elementary 1,000 KRW (approx. $0.72 USD) / Preschoolers Free
• Reservations: Advance online booking is required (including for the Planetarium and 4D theater).

Parking

• Parking available at Changgyeonggung Palace, National Children's Museum, and Seoul National University Hospital.

Zoorung Zoorung (Yeongdeungpo Times Square)

At Zoorung Zoorung, you can meet and interact with various animals up close. Children can connect with the animals by feeding or gently touching them. It's located inside Times Square, one of Seoul's major shopping malls, making it easy to combine your visit with shopping and dining. The complex features a large supermarket, numerous restaurants, and a wide variety of shops. Additionally, it's conveniently connected to the subway via a large underground shopping arcade, making it very accessible by public transport. The cafeteria inside Zoorung Zoorung also has a large indoor play structure, allowing families to eat and play for an extended time.

Zoorung Zoorung

Visitor Information

• Hours: Weekdays 12:00 PM ~ 8:00 PM, Weekends 10:30 AM ~ 8:30 PM

• Admission: Weekday/Weekend 27,000 KRW (approx. $19.57 USD) (Online booking 21,500 KRW, Return visit 18,900 KRW)

• Parking: 3 hours free at Times Square parking lot (Pink Zone/Green Zone recommended)

KidZania Seoul

KidZania is an interactive theme park where children can learn about society and different professions by experiencing them firsthand. Kids can try out more than 90 jobs, such as firefighter, police officer, doctor, pilot, and chef. The activities are designed to match children's interests and age levels, with each experience lasting about 20-30 minutes.

KidZania

KidZania Admission Fees

• Part 1 (10:00 AM ~ 3:00 PM)
  • Child: 52,000 KRW (approx. $37.68 USD)
  • Guardian: 20,000 KRW (approx. $14.49 USD)
• Part 2 (3:00 PM ~ 7:30 PM)
  • Child: 42,000 KRW (approx. $30.43 USD)
  • Guardian: 17,000 KRW (approx. $12.32 USD)
• All-Day Pass
• Child: 67,000 KRW (approx. $48.55 USD)
• Guardian: 20,000 KRW (approx. $14.49 USD)

Parking Information

• 3 hours free (Additional 3 hours: Weekdays 4,000 KRW, Weekends 11,200 KRW)

National Aviation Museum of Korea

The National Aviation Museum of Korea is a place to experience and learn about South Korea's aviation history and technology. You can see real airplane engines and full-sized aircraft, and its various exhibitions and experiences pique the curiosity of not just children but adults as well. The permanent exhibition hall alone offers a fulfilling visit, but if you're with elementary school-aged children, the numerous hands-on experiences will make for an even more exciting time.

National Aviation Museum of Korea

Visitor Information

• Hours: 10:00 AM ~ 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
• Admission: Free (Experiences are paid separately)
• Parking: 1,000 KRW for the first 30 minutes (500 KRW per additional 15 minutes)

Experience Programs (Reservations required)

• Black Eagles VR Experience: For heights 130cm+, experience the co-pilot seat of the Air Force's special flight team.
• Pilot and Control Tower Experience: For 5th grade and up, a Boeing 747 cockpit and control tower simulator (80 min).
• In-flight Training Experience: For 1st grade and up, aviation safety and cabin crew experience (60 min).
• Aviation Sports Experience: For heights 140cm+, experience light aircraft, paragliding, and drones.
• Children's Airport Experience: For ages 5-7, an airport experience with Super Wings (50 min).

National Museum of Korea, Children's Museum

The Children's Museum at the National Museum of Korea is a place where children can learn about history and culture in a fun way. While most museums are closed on Mondays, the National Museum of Korea is open and displays a vast collection of artifacts. The Children's Museum also offers various hands-on activities. A visit to the Children's Museum requires an online reservation in advance.

National Museum of Korea

Children's Museum Information

• Five sessions per day, each lasting 1 hour and 20 minutes.
• Reservations open 14 days in advance.
• Time Slots
• 10:00 AM ~ 11:50 AM
• 12:00 PM ~ 1:20 PM
• 1:30 PM ~ 2:50 PM
• 3:00 PM ~ 4:20 PM
• 4:30 PM ~ 5:50 PM

Seoul Sangsangnara (Children's Grand Park)

Seoul Sangsangnara is an interactive museum for children, offering a wide array of exhibitions and hands-on programs. It features various themed spaces where children can enjoy activities that involve touching and manipulating objects.

Sangsangnara

Tips for Visiting Seoul Sangsangnara

• Reservations: Advance online booking is required (available from 2 weeks prior).
• Parking Tip: Use the main gate parking lot of Children's Grand Park (300 KRW per 10 minutes).
• Visitor Information
  • Closed: Every Monday
  • Admission: 4,000 KRW (approx. $2.90 USD) for ages 36 months and up.
• Floor Guide
  • 1st Floor: Nature/Art/Space Play
  • 2nd Floor: Toddler Play Area, Thinking Playground, Body/Imagination Play
  • 3rd Floor: Culture/Science Play, Water Play Area (timed sessions)
• What to Bring
• Clothes might get wet during the water play experience, so it's a good idea to bring a change of clothes.
• There is a dining area, so bringing your own lunch is recommended.

Lotte World

Lotte World is one of Korea's largest and most beloved indoor theme parks, offering a comfortable and enjoyable experience regardless of the weather. With its various themed zones, rides, and performances, it's one of the best places to have a great time with children all year round.

Lotte World

Rides for Preschoolers

• Magic Island: Merking's Royal Carrousel, Petit Pang Pang, Fantasy Dream

• Adventure 1F: The Adventures of Sinbad, Dragon Wild Shooting, Desperados 2, Lotty's Train, Kidstoria

• Kiddy Zone: Kids Bumper Cars, Magic Boong Boong Car, Eureka, Sun and Moon, Swing Pang Pang, Jumping Fish, Children's Fairy Theater

• Underland B1F: Dream Boats, Wild Valley, Wild Jungle, Wild Wing

Undersea Kingdom and Kidstoria are indoor play areas that operate in sessions, providing a place for guardians to rest as well.

Seoul Waterworks Museum

Located within the Seonam Water Regeneration Center in Magok, Gangseo-gu, the Seoul Waterworks Museum is an educational space where children can learn how household wastewater is treated. It offers various hands-on experiences, exhibits, and educational programs for a fun time. The museum is surrounded by a well-maintained green park and a water playground for kids, making it even better on a sunny day, but the indoor facilities alone are more than enough for children to enjoy.

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We've introduced some great indoor places in Seoul to enjoy with your children. These spots are perfect for having a wonderful time together when bad weather makes outdoor activities difficult. This upcoming school break or weekend, visit these locations and create special memories with your kids.

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