There are many must-visit amusement parks in South Korea for every type of traveler. But if you plan on visiting with kids in tow, we highly suggest visiting Korea’s very own LEGOLAND– the land of Legos that we all loved playing with as a child!
The LEGOLAND Korea Theme Park is located in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province in South Korea. It opened to the public in May 2022 and is known as the only LEGOLAND built on an island. It’s currently the world’s second-largest and the largest one in Asia. Want to know more about LEGOLAND Korea? Here’s a guide for you!
Things to do in LEGOLAND
This vast brick world offers plenty of exciting attractions, shows, and rides that kids and kids at heart will enjoy. Choose your own kind of fun:
Experience fun rides and attractions
LEGOLAND is composed of seven lands each offering different attractions for parkgoers. Each land showcases different kinds of LEGO adventures that will spark imagination and creativity among visitors. From becoming your own LEGO Minifigure to trying out real-life jobs at the interactive LEGO City, hopping on a magical ride at LEGO Castle, and unleashing ninja moves at NINJAGO WORLD, seeing the Miniland which is only exclusive to Korea, you get the best and most unique LEGO experience you can only get from this amusement park.
Go LEGO shopping
What’s a theme park without shopping? Of course, you can bring home LEGO souvenirs from LEGOLAND. Shop your favorite LEGO toys, bricks, merchandise, mini-figures, accessories, treats, and more in eight shopping stalls across the whole Korea LEGOLAND resort.
Eat delicious food
Fuel up after a moment of play in a variety of food hubs available in Legoland. They have a restaurant, diner, hotdog stands, snack stalls, dessert places, a cafe, and a takeaway stall for every hungry adventurer. LEGOLAND serves international and Asian dishes on their menu perfect for foodies and even picky eaters.
Watch live shows and join meet and greet
Aside from attractions and rides, you can also witness stellar performances from your favorite LEGO characters. Plus, you’ll also get to meet Bricktopia friends, Princess Patch, the Pirate Captain, Sir Crown, Jester Jokes, and many more at the theme park. LEGOLAND also holds seasonal shows so make sure to check their website and plan your itinerary around the event period if you wish to witness it.
Where to buy Legoland tickets
You can purchase LEGOLAND Korea tickets and passes on their official website at legoland.kr. You can also buy tickets from travel booking sites such as KKDay, or on their LEGOLAND app. Here are the tickets you can buy:
- 1-Day Admission Ticket
- Season Pass
- Afternoon Ticket (from 3 pm to closing)
- Annual Passes (Standard, Gold, or Platinum)
They also have EXTRAS for those who want to up their LEGO game:
- Fastrack – a virtual queueing system via an app that waits on a ride’s queue time
- VIP Experience – comes with a personal VIP host
- LEGOLAND Master Builder program – comes with a professional-guided tour and lets you become a LEGOLAND model builder
Where to Stay Near Legoland
If you think one day isn’t enough to explore the whole LEGOLAND, you’re right. It would be best for you to book accommodation nearby to fully maximize your time on the island. Here are some hotels where you can stay near LEGOLAND Korea.
LEGOLAND Hotel
Look no further than LEGOLAND’s very own hotel accommodation. The hotel features four LEGO-themed rooms, standard hotel amenities, and dining options. Kids will also love their own sleeping area, entertainment unit, Welcome Treasure Hunt, plus LEGO bricks for playing too. It has 154 rooms to accommodate guests, plus it’s conveniently located at the entrance of LEGOLAND Korea theme park.
Website: https://www.legoland.kr/en/legoland-hotel/legoland-hotel/
Official Bed and Brick Partners
Aside from the LEGOLAND Hotel itself, there are other accommodations nearby where you can stay, which are official partners of the park. These hotels have exclusive benefits like LEGOLAND Korea ticket purchases, accessibility to the park, and family-friendly facilities.
Other Bed and Brick Partners that offer LEGOLAND Korea Ticket purchase, accessibility to the park, and family-friendly facilities are:
The Jackson 9S
Location: 193 Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Website: http://jacksonhotel.co.kr/
Email: jackson9shotel@daum.net
Check-in: 3 pm
Check out: 11 am
Inje Speedium Hotel & Resort
Location: 556-1 Buk-ri, Girin-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Website: http://hc.speedium.co.kr/
Check-in: 2 pm
Check out: 11 am
Elysian Gangchon
Location: 688 Bukhangangbyeon-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Website: https://www.elysian.co.kr/main.asp
Check-in: 3 pm
Check out: 11 am
Tips and Guide
We’ve got some hacks for you to make your trip to LEGOLAND Korea more bricktastic:
- All LEGOLAND parkgoers need to make a reservation in advance. Even for those who purchased an annual pass and undated ticket, a reservation is required prior to the intended date of visit.
- The LEGOLAND theme park is best for children aged 2 to 12 years old, but everyone can enjoy all rides and attractions with some height restrictions.
- Download the LEGOLAND app. The app helps you navigate the park using its virtual map, store tickets, check wait times for an attraction, find rides, and see details about each land.
- There are several facilities around the whole park such as wheelchair and stroller rentals, battery pack service, locker, first aid, Baby Care, and a Guest Smoking Area.
- Operating hours vary. Check their website calendar for the daily schedule.
How to go to Legoland from Seoul
Via subway
Take the Gyeongui Line and exit at Chuncheon Station. At Exit 1, there’s a FREE shuttle bus that goes straight to LEGOLAND.
Via train
Take the ITX Cheongchun and exit at Chuncheon Station. At Exit 1, take the FREE shuttle bus going to LEGOLAND.
Via public bus
From Seoul, go to the Seoul Express Bus Terminal and take the bus headed for Chuncheon Bus Terminal. Travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Get off at the Chuncheon Post Office, then take Bus N100-1. Get off at the Chuncheon Station Bridge and from there, ride the FREE shuttle bus going to LEGOLAND.
Via shuttle bus
There’s a FREE shuttle bus going directly to Legoland from Chuncheon Station Exit 1. The shuttle bus departs every 45 minutes.
Via private transfer
You could rent a car to save you from the hassle of commuting. It’s the best option if you’re traveling with kids.
Details
Address: LEGOLAND® Korea Resort, 128 Hajungdo-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do 24240, Korea
Operating Hours: 10 am to 9 pm (may vary)
Website: https://www.legoland.kr/en/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/LEGOLANDKoreaResort
Want to visit other tourist spots in Chuncheon? Book experiences now at the KKDay website!
