Bukhansan National Park Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Bukhansan National Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Private Hiking tour to Bukhansan Peak (Baegundae: 836.5m) with Mountain Expert
• Activity - Mt. Bukhan Hiking Guided Tour
• Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course
• Mountain Folklore Hike with Buddhist Temple and Hiker Restaurant
• Bukhansan Mountain Private Hike with Lunch

While it’s free to visit Bukhansan National Park on your own, several affordable guided tours take the guesswork out of exploring the large park. Group hiking tours start at US$64, while private tours start at US$78. Tours that include extras such as lunch and a spa visit start at US$184.

Bukhansan National Park is located in northern Seoul and is easily accessible by public transportation. To reach Dobong Park Information Center, you take the subway line 1 to Dobongsan Station, or take subway line 3 to Gupabal Station for the Bukhansanseong Park Information Center. For the Jeongneung Park Information Center, ride subway line 4 to Gireum Station.

Relatively easy hike options in Bukhansan National Park are the Bogukmun Trail and the Valley Trail. One of the most popular hikes is the Bukhansanseong Course to Baegundae Peak, which is generally manageable but steep at the end. The Insubong Trail is more difficult as it requires scrambling and technical rock climbing.

Bukhansan National Park is open from 4am-5pm from April to October, and between 4am and 4pm in November through March. Make sure you have enough time to complete your hike before the park closes as hiking at night is not permitted. There is no fee to access the park.

Spring and fall offer the best weather for hiking in Bukhansan National Park, thanks to mild temperatures ideal for outdoor activity. Spring has the benefit of flowers, but the fall colors can also be stunning. It can get hot over the summer, while snow is possible during the cold winter months, which can require additional hiking gear.

You should wear sturdy shoes with good support and grip if you’re planning to hike in Bukhansan National Park. Also bring plenty of water, snacks, and sun protection. Some visitors may find hiking poles handy, while winter hikers may need crampons (especially if there’s been snow). Hiking gear is available from vendors at the base of the mountain.

Yes, a number of guided tours are available to explore Bukhansan National Park. Many tours feature a guided hike (including to Baegundae Peak) with possible stops at temples, a Korean-style spa or restaurant, and even the Gana Art Gallery. Some tours include transfers, hiking gear, lunch or snacks, and bottled water.