Lotte World is undoubtedly the amusement park that everyone knows and probably will plan to go when they’re in Seoul.
Operated by Lotte Group, Lotte World is the largest indoor amusement park in the world (Guinness World Record!)
Plus point: This was the filming location for Running Man Episode 9 & 149, Stairway to Heaven, as well as H.O.T’s Candy MV!
Personally, I’m not a very big fan of amusement parks at this age because I’m too embarrassed to be seen on kiddy rides and am too scared of heights to take many of the thrilling rides. If I go to amusement parks, I’m usually busy snapping photos and generally soaking in the atmosphere.
However, I’m glad to say that I did go on a few rides in Lotte World despite being there for only a few hours + suffering in the long queues 😂
I first visited Lotte World on a field trip organized by Korea University International Summer Campus (ISC), so our tickets were free!
What to do at Lotte World
Here a few rides that I’ve taken and personally recommend if you’re not that keen on heights!
Dragons Wild Shooting
I love shooting games in amusement parks! I’ve had similar experiences in Hong Kong Disneyland and Universal Studios Singapore, and the one in Lotte World is about as enjoyable. My arms ended up aching after the ride because it was so fast-paced and there were so many dragons to shoot.
Waiting time: ~ 30 minutes
4D Shooting Theatre
Basically you sit on this chair that moves, and shoot at the bad robots (?) on the screen through 3D glasses to accumulate points.
Personally, I really dislike 3D & 4D stuff because it gets too realistic and overwhelming for me, but my friends egged me to do this… and I actually ended up loving this!
I got so engaged in shooting that I didn’t feel uncomfortable about the 4D experience, and my only regret is not going on it again.
Waiting time: ~ 20 minutes
Swing Tree
This ride also made me step out of my comfort zone (again, more egging by my friends). They told me that it would be fine, that there were kids taking it too…
The ride did look rather harmless, but it became a totally different story for me once the ride started swinging us vigorously through the air.
Initially, I honestly felt like I was going to die and just wanted to get off, but after a while I got used to the intense spinning and started enjoying the views from up above.
If you are no fan of heights, I would still recommend this as an alternative to the other thrilling rides because this is really easy to get used to.
Waiting time: ~ 20 minutes
Aeronauts Balloon Ride
This was my last ride in Lotte World. The views from above are absolutely amazing, but the biggest, BIGGEST problem about this is the wait.
We waited for almost 1.5 hours just to get on because a) the line was snaking, b) the ride was slow, c) a limited number of passengers per balloon.
I would definitely not recommend this at all unless you are really that keen to see Lotte World from above. Or if the queue happens to be really short on that day.
Waiting time: ~ 1.5 hours
What to eat at Lotte World
There are many F&B options in Lotte World. Most of them are reasonably priced, lower than what I would expect at an amusement park.
I bought this okonomiyaki (yes, ironic that I’m eating Japanese food in Korea) for about 8000won (if I recall correctly).
Slightly pricey, but decent enough given that the portions were huge.
You can also grab drinks from some establishments/stalls along the way when you get thirsty – mostly affordable as well.
Full list of food options in Lotte World is available on their website.
Visiting Lotte World With A Toddler Below 2
Lotte World can initially feel like an intimidating choice with a toddler under two, especially because the park is large, crowded, and packed with sensory stimulation. What makes it far more manageable now is Kidstoria, a newer soft play zone created specifically for younger children.
Unlike the rest of the park, Kidstoria feels much more age-appropriate for babies and toddlers who simply want to move. The entire area is padded and designed around safe exploration, with spaces for climbing, crawling, walking, and gentle play. It’s one of the few spots inside a major attraction where you don’t need to constantly stop your toddler from touching or climbing things.
The main park itself is a different story. Between the loud music, flashing lights, queues, and fast-moving crowds, certain areas can quickly become overstimulating for very young children. Still, that doesn’t mean toddlers are completely excluded from the rides.
There are a handful of gentler rides that younger toddlers can go on if they meet the minimum height requirements and are accompanied by an adult. It’s worth checking the signs outside each attraction carefully or asking the staff directly, as the rules vary between rides. Our toddler was on the smaller side, so she missed out on quite a few, but she was still able to enjoy rides like the Camelot Carousel, LOTTY Train, and Swing Pang Pang together with an accompanying adult.
OPENING HOURS
Open all year round.
09:30-22:00 (Nighttime admission: 16:00~)
* Closing time may vary each day; please refer to the official website.
DIRECTIONS
Address: 240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 송파구 올림픽로 240 (잠실동)
[Subway]
Jamsil Station (Seoul Subway Line 2, 8), Exit 4.
– Lotte World is directly connected to the station.
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