Seoul World Cup Stadium
Stadium Large football stadium built for 2002 FIFA World Cup
Built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Seoul’s Mapo area, the World Cup Stadium hosts football matches, concerts and large events; visitors attend games, stadium tours and nearby parks developed for the tournament.
Seoul World Cup Stadium is a large multi-purpose stadium in the Sangam-dong area of Seoul, South Korea, constructed for the 2002 FIFA World Cup and opened shortly before the tournament. The venue is one of South Korea’s principal football stadia and hosts domestic matches and large-scale events.
The stadium’s bowl accommodates roughly 66,000 spectators and features a roofed seating design that combines spectator sightlines with open-air elements. It is set within the wider World Cup Park complex and is designed to handle major sporting events and concerts.
The stadium was completed as part of South Korea’s infrastructure for the 2002 tournament and continues to be used for sports and public events, with facilities for spectators and team support. It remains one of the largest sports venues in Seoul.
Located in the northwestern part of Seoul in Mapo District (Sangam area), the stadium is integrated with parks and transport links that serve visitors on event days.
- Capacity and purpose: Built for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, it has a seating capacity of around 66,000 and is commonly referred to as the Seoul World Cup Stadium or Sangam Stadium.
Tips for Visiting Seoul World Cup Stadium #
- Take the subway to World Cup Stadium Station (Seoul Subway Line 6) to avoid match-day road congestion-public transit is the easiest way to reach the stadium complex.
- If you want stadium atmosphere, go on a match day; if you prefer fewer people, visit on a weekday and then walk the surrounding World Cup Park, especially Haneul Park, for elevated skyline views that many visitors miss.
- Check the stadium's events calendar in advance if you hope to join a guided tour-tours and access can be restricted around events, so book or confirm availability before you go.
Best Time to Visit Seoul World Cup Stadium #
Visit in autumn (September-November) for the most comfortable weather and many scheduled events; spring is also pleasant outside the monsoon period.
Weather & Climate near Seoul World Cup Stadium #
Seoul World Cup Stadium'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 -7°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1309 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 24 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 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (96 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 (134 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 (312 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 (310 mm) and partly cloudy 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 9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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