Seoul's Han River Pools Open for Summer Season

Seoul's public swimming pools and water play areas officially opened for the summer on June 19, welcoming visitors eager to cool off from the heat. The Yeouido Han River Park pool, in particular, saw a significant turnout on its opening weekend, June 21, as citizens enjoyed water activities.

The city has opened a total of six facilities, including pools at Ttukseom and Yeouido, and water play areas at Jamsil, Gwangnaru, Nanji, and Yanghwa. These are scheduled to operate until August 30. Following successful trials of night openings over the past two years, four of these locations, Ttukseom and Yeouido pools, and Jamsil and Nanji water play areas, will extend their hours from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily until August 30. The Jamwon pool will not open this year as it is being converted into a natural water play area.

To enhance the summer experience, Seoul has organized a variety of special programs, including a "cold water event," a "guitar performance," and "Han River Music Pongdang." However, potential visitors are advised to check weather forecasts and the Future Han River Headquarters website before visiting, as pool and water play area operations are subject to suspension due to weather conditions, including fine dust levels.

Admission fees are set at 3,000 won for children, 4,000 won for teenagers, and 5,000 won for adults at the swimming pools. For water play areas, the fees are 1,000 won for children, 2,000 won for teenagers, and 3,000 won for adults. Children under six enter for free. Discounts of 50% are available for holders of the 'Happy Child Card,' individuals aged 65 and above, people with disabilities and one accompanying guardian, and national merit recipients.