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A large park complex at the foot of Cheonggyesan, with Seoul Zoo, a botanical garden, a theme garden and walking routes. The surrounding area also includes Seoul Land, MMCA Gwacheon and a campsite. Allow several hours for the zoo alone. The lakeside walking route is an alternative to the ticketed attractions.
Seoul Grand Park (Korean: 서울대공원) or Gwacheon Seoul Grand Park (과천서울대공원) is a park complex located in Gwacheon, South Korea. The name "Seoul Grand Park" is usually synonymized with the term Seoul Zoo (서울동물원), which is part of Seoul Grand Park.
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국립현대미술관 과천; MMCA Gwacheon
Modern and contemporary art exhibitions and an outdoor sculpture garden. Nam June Paik's large video installation, The More, the Better (Dadaikseon), is here; check notices if you want to see it operating. A separate art bus connects MMCA Seoul and Gwacheon on selected weekdays; consult the latest route notice before using it.
서울랜드
An amusement park with rides and family attractions. Check the operating calendar before planning an evening visit, and check individual ride restrictions when travelling with children.
국립과천과학관
Indoor exhibitions introduce science, technology and natural history, with interactive displays and outdoor exhibits. A useful option for families or a rainy day. Check the museum website for programme bookings and any separate charges.
관문체육공원
A park with green space and sports facilities, suitable for a walk or a break from sightseeing.
추사박물관
A museum about the calligrapher and scholar Kim Jeong-hui, known by his pen name Chusa, who spent his final years in Gwacheon. It is away from the Grand Park cluster; plan the journey separately.