Seoul Destination
Pureun Arboretum
Information on Seoul Danurim Accessible Tourism
Basic Information
Overview
The Purun Arboretum was opened in 2013 as the first arboretum in Seoul. About 2,400 species of native plants and fauna from around the world are exhibited, and Hangdong Railway and Guro Olle-gil are connected creating one of the best walking trails. At the Hangdong Reservoir, located on the left side of the arboretum, aquatic plants such as lotus, cattails, and reeds are in full bloom. Visitors can also see a variety of fish.
Attractions
The Green Arboretum, which is more than 10 soccer fields in size, consists of 20 themed gardens, a book cafe, a greenhouse (KB Forest EducationCenter), and Hangdong Reservoir. When you enter the main gate, you will find agrassy plaza and beautiful willow trees. About 2,400 species of rare wildflowersand shrubs have been cared for, and in particular, various arboretum visitor programssuch as urban gardener training, indoor gardening, and plant refinement areoperated free of charge.
Accessibility
The entryway is wide and has no obstacle or inclines, but tactilepaving has not been installed. The main entrance is wide and has noobstacles or inclines. The information office has tactile paving. Stroller and wheelchair rental services are available. The information guide board is accessiblefor wheelchair users but has no braille description. There is an accessible restroom in the office as well as in the arboretum. Parking lots are accessible and the infant nursing room and diaper changing station are in the office.
240, Yeondong-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul (Pureun Arboretum, Hang-dong)
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Entryway and Main entranceEasy to access for wheelchair users.
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Guide map and information deskInformation desk is accessible for wheelchair users but braille description or sign language information are not available. Stroller and wheelchair rental service are available.
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RestroomRestroom is accessible.
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Parking lotsParking lots are accessible.
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Lounge for families with childrenInfant nursing room and diaper changing station are available.