A Real-Time Look at the Seoul Eulalia Festival: A Must-Visit Autumn Experience

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Hello, this is Ondal Gonju!

Today, I'm excited to share a real-time glimpse of the Seoul Eulalia (Silver Grass) Festival, which I visited last weekend.

First, let me show you the festival poster from the official website.

I was worried that autumn would pass by because it kept raining last week, but I was so glad that the weather was nice on the weekend. I was determined to go to the Seoul Eulalia Festival, and thankfully the weather cooperated, so I had a lot of fun.

I don't know how cold it will be tomorrow morning, but I'm going to make the most of the remaining autumn this year!

Now, let me show you the real-time view of the Seoul Eulalia Festival.

The two biggest problems to solve are parking and how to get to the top. For parking, I think it's best to assume you won't be able to park in the public parking lot on weekends. There are people managing it, but the lines are too long and the number of cars leaving is inconsistent, so you should look for a parking spot other than the nearby public parking lot.

The best option is to come by public transportation (World Cup Stadium Station, Line 6, Exit 1). If you bring your car, you can either purchase a parking ticket in advance and park in the Sangam area, or you'll have to find hidden parking spaces ㅠㅠ. It's quite a mission.

I was lucky enough to find a spot on the Metasequoia Road, so I parked there and started to head up.

Walking along Metasequoia Road was so wonderful! I thought it would be nice to buy some kimbap and eat it here.

As you walk along Metasequoia Road, you'll find the Haneul (Sky) Park's Sky Stairs. I chose to go up the stairs here. The temporary boarding area for the Maengkongyi Electric Train is also located here. On weekends, the line is too long, so I decided to just walk up for some exercise!

For families or those with strollers, the Maengkongyi Electric Train might be a better option, but you'll have to come early. Also, you can purchase one-way or round-trip tickets for the Maengkongyi Electric Train, but they are non-refundable, so please be aware of that.

The Maengkongyi Electric Train ticket office is well-marked, so you can find it at the entrance to the Sky Stairs.

The Maengkongyi Electric Train prices are listed like this. You can purchase tickets at the entrance or at the top!

Now it's time to climb the stairs...lol. The stairs zig-zag, and each block changes direction. If you think of each block as the number 1, the last number I remember seeing was 330. You should be prepared to climb for about 10 minutes. However, the stairs are low, so you can climb slowly without putting too much strain on your knees.

I took a break in the middle to enjoy the scenery. As you climb, you'll finally see the magnificent view of the Eulalia Festival!

There are food stalls selling things like fish cakes and an Emart 24 at the top, so you can buy something to eat if you're hungry. However, I packed snacks and recharged my energy along the way. If you're coming as a family, it's a good idea to bring light snacks and water.

I deliberately went at sunset. The clouds were so beautiful that day that I kept taking pictures. It was so beautiful to see families, couples, and friends enjoying the autumn together.

Before you go to see the eulalia, going to the bathroom is essential! It's hard to find a bathroom once you're inside, so be sure to use the bathroom right at the entrance after you come out of the Sky Stairs.

There are wooden decks between the eulalia, so you can follow them.

The eulalia swaying in the wind, the sunset, and the clouds all came together to create a spectacular sight.

As the sun sets, you can enjoy the night view of the Han River from the observatory on one side.

I thought it would be nice to come back up later to see this view again.

As the sun begins to set, the lights start to come on everywhere. The main event is starting! (However, it gets very cold, so be sure to bring a hot pack and a thick jacket.)

There were Seoul Eulalia Festival lights too.

Colorful lights turn on, creating a new atmosphere in Haneul Park.

The color isn't unique to each spot; it keeps changing. The color also varies depending on the swaying eulalia, so it was fun to walk around, even though it was cold.

This year's concept seems to be media art and installation art. There was media art on the main road, which the children really liked.

Installation artworks like this are also placed throughout the park, providing a surprising twist for those who thought there would only be eulalia. I especially liked the photo below.

Each card has a message, and as it sways in the wind, it twinkles like the lights are sparkling and makes a sound. I was going to take a video, but I thought it would be more fun to see it in person, so I'll leave the pictures for now. The festival is going on until this week, so be sure to check it out!

This is how I wrapped up my trip to the Seoul Eulalia Festival. There were many photo zones, so I took a lot of pictures. I changed my KakaoTalk profile picture that day!

There are also various experience programs, performances, and events, so be sure to check the website and enjoy the perfect autumn festival!

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