World Cup Park is a large park complex in Mapo-gu, near Seoul World Cup Stadium. Its five connected areas include Haneul Park, known for open grasslands and views across the city and Han River. In autumn, the eulalia grass turns golden; spring brings cherry blossoms, while other sections have walking paths, waterways and different plantings. Come for a relaxed walk, a picnic or a run, and leave time to explore beyond the best-known hilltop park.
Five parks in one complex
World Cup Park sits near Seoul World Cup Stadium in Mapo-gu. The large green complex was made from a former landfill and has five sections: Peace Park, Haneul Park, Noeul Park, Nanjicheon Park and Nanji Han River Park. Each has its own setting, from open grassland to riverside space, so a visit can be more than a walk up to the best-known hill.
Peace Park is also called Pyeonghwa Park. The five areas are connected, and paths lead through greenery and along waterways. You can walk, jog, skate or stop for a picnic. The park also has picnic tables, cafes and parking. Around the stadium, you can find a shopping mall, a cinema and a football museum.
Haneul Park through the seasons
Haneul means “sky,” and the park’s hilltop grassland gives it a wide outlook over Seoul and the Han River. Eulalia grass stays green through summer and turns gold in autumn. That seasonal change draws people to the slopes and views, so an early visit is a practical choice if you prefer a quieter walk.
Spring brings cherry blossoms to the park complex. Other plantings include metasequoia trees, pink muhly and cosmos flowers. The scenery changes from section to section, making it worth setting aside time to explore beyond Haneul Park rather than treating the whole complex as a single viewpoint.
Reaching the hilltop parks
Haneul Park and Noeul Park sit uphill. One route involves nearly 300 steps; a winding path is another way up. An electric shuttle bus is available for visitors who want to avoid the climb. The parks reward the ascent with different views: Haneul Park looks across the city and river, while Noeul Park is associated with sunset views and paths among sculptures.
For a gentler outing, stay on the lower paths or choose one section of the park at a time. If you plan a picnic, bring food and drinks or look for the small cafes. The connected layout suits families and couples who want space to walk and pause, as well as visitors looking for room to run or skate.
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How many parks make up World Cup Park?
The complex has five sections: Peace Park, Haneul Park, Noeul Park, Nanjicheon Park and Nanji Han River Park.
What is World Cup Park known for?
Haneul Park is known for its grassland, views over Seoul and the Han River, and golden eulalia grass in autumn.
Is there an alternative to climbing the steps?
A winding uphill path and an electric shuttle bus are alternatives to the route of nearly 300 steps.
What can you do at World Cup Park?
You can walk, jog, skate, picnic and explore the different park sections.
