Hongneung Arboretum (홍릉수목원)

Seoul · 57, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Hours
[Tuesday-Friday] Guided forest tour 10:30, 13:30, 15:30[Weekends] Open to individual visitors[Summer season] 09:00-18:00 [Winter season] 08:00-17:00[Weekend Guided Tours] March-November 10:30, 14:00

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Address
57, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

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Parking
Not available

Overview

Hongneung Arboretum was the first arboretum in Korea, established in 1922 when experimental forests were built on Hongneung Royal Tomb, the burial mound of Queen Myeong-Seong. Hongneung Arboretum is managed by the Korea Forest Service, and houses a variety of domestic and international plants for both visitors to enjoy and researchers to study. The arboretum and Forest Sciece Exhibition Hall are open to the public. Student groups can enjoy natural science and forestry experiences with advanced reservation.

Location

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How to Get There

Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-961-2522

Best Time to Visit

South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

[Tuesday-Friday] Guided forest tour 10:30, 13:30, 15:30[Weekends] Open to individual visitors[Summer season] 09:00-18:00 [Winter season] 08:00-17:00[Weekend Guided Tours] March-November 10:30, 14:00

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Mondays, May 1 & public holidays (excluding Sundays)

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-961-2522