Olympic Park, Seoul
Park Large Seoul sports complex built for 1988 Olympics
Built for the 1988 Games in southeast Seoul, Olympic Park contains the main stadium, sculptures and lakes; visitors come for sports venues, concerts, cycling paths and open-air exercise.
Olympic Park in Seoul is a large sports and public park complex in the Songpa district of southeastern Seoul, developed for the 1988 Summer Olympics. It contains multiple sports venues, open green spaces, and cultural facilities established for the Games.
The park includes stadiums and arenas that hosted athletics and ceremonies in 1988, alongside a dedicated sculpture and arts park, walking paths and landscaped areas used today for recreation and concerts. It is a common destination for exercise, cultural events and outdoor exhibitions.
Constructed in the mid- to late 1980s as part of Seoul’s Olympic preparations, the facilities have been adapted for ongoing public and private events while the grounds serve as a major urban green space. Several venues remain active for national and international competitions.
The park lies in southeastern Seoul near the Jamsil area and is accessible by Seoul public transit; it is within the Songpa-gu district and serves as a prominent green and cultural hub for the city.
- 1988 Olympics: Built for the 1988 Summer Olympics and still contains major sporting venues used for events and public recreation.
How to Get to Olympic Park, Seoul #
Take Seoul Subway Line 8 to Olympic Park Station (Exit 1 or 2) or Line 5 to Mongchontoseong Station and walk 10-15 minutes. Several bus routes stop near the park; taxis are convenient for groups or late returns.
Tips for Visiting Olympic Park, Seoul #
- Use Seoul Subway Line 8 to Olympic Park Station (Exit 1 or 2) for the easiest access.
- Rent a bike near the east gate to cover the park's 1.5‑km Rose Garden, sculptures, and lake circuits more quickly.
- Visit the Sculpture Park at dusk - the lamps and long shadows make for cinematic photos.
Best Time to Visit Olympic Park, Seoul #
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons for outdoor exploring; summer is humid and winter can be cold and crisp.
Weather & Climate near Olympic Park, Seoul #
Olympic Park, Seoul's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1301 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (303 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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