# Nami Island Korea - An independent travel guide to Nami Island in Korea covering ferry tickets and hours, access from Seoul, the zip wire, bike rental, rules, pets, hotels and nearby Gapyeong attractions.

> An independent guide to visiting Nami Island, covering admission prices, ferry times, transport from Seoul, the zip wire, island rules and nearby attractions such as the Garden of Morning Calm, Petite France and the rail bikes. The guide is editorial only. It is not an operator, a seller of travel or a booking platform.

Site: https://namiislandkorea.com/
Language: en. Currency: USD. Country: South Korea, Gangwon Province (Chuncheon), with the ferry departure at Gapyeong in Gyeonggi Province.
Facts checked: 2027.

## Verified facts
- Regular admission, round-trip ferry included, is KRW 19,000 per adult when you ride the regular ferry both ways. Source: https://namisum-en.imweb.me/163
- Discount admission (middle and high school students, severely disabled card holders, national merit holders, ages 70+) is KRW 16,000 with the regular ferry. Source: https://namisum.com/276
- Special admission for children aged 36 months to elementary school is KRW 13,000 with the regular ferry, and children under 36 months with a guardian enter free. Source: https://namisum-en.imweb.me/163
- Entry with the motorboat in and the regular ferry out costs KRW 29,000 regular, KRW 26,000 discount, KRW 23,000 special. Source: https://namisum.com/276
- Nami Island is open 365 days a year, and ferries run in rain, and an icebreaker keeps them running when the river freezes unless a notice is posted. KTO lists island hours as 08:00-21:00. Source: https://namisum.com/35/?bmode=view&idx=16576439&t=board
- Regular ferries run every 30 minutes from 08:00 to 09:00, every 10-20 minutes from 09:00 to 18:00 and every 30 minutes from 18:00 to 21:00. The crossing takes about 5 minutes after boarding. Source: https://namisum-en.imweb.me/165
- The island can only be entered by ferry, motorboat or the zip wire. Source: https://namisum.com/35/?bmode=view&idx=5556114&t=board
- Nami Island belongs to Chuncheon, Gangwon, but the ferry leaves from Gapyeong Wharf in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province, 1024 Bukhangangbyeon-ro, Gapyeong-eup. Source: https://namisum-en.imweb.me/164
- Parking at the wharf is KRW 6,000 for a small vehicle and KRW 10,000 for a large one for the first 12 hours, then KRW 1,000 per extra hour, card payment only. Source: https://namisum-en.imweb.me/164
- The zip wire descends from an 80 m tower for about 1 km over the Bukhan River into the island, with rider limits of height 140-200 cm and weight 45-120 kg. Source: https://namisum.com/288
- Leashed dogs under 20 kg may enter, listed aggressive breeds are barred, and assistance dogs are always allowed. Source: https://namisum.com/35/?bmode=view&idx=5556104&t=board
- Tents are not allowed on the island, mats are, and drones are banned. Source: https://namisum.com/35/?bmode=view&idx=17249012&t=board
- The 1-year passport (annual membership with unlimited visits by regular ferry) is KRW 69,000, and Nami Island welcomes nearly 2 million visitors a year. Source: https://namisum-en.imweb.me/163

## Tours listed on this site
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- Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Tour from Seoul, Rail Bike Optional (Meet at Hongik University, Myeongdong or Dongdaemun in central Seoul (by option), operated by TOURSTORY Korea) - from $54 per person, 10 to 12 hours, rated 4.7 from 1,353 reviews on GetYourGuide. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-garden-of-morning-calm/ Booking: https://www.getyourguide.com/seoul-l197/seoul-nami-island-and-garden-of-morning-calm-opt-railbike-t165203/
- Seoraksan, Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul (Meet outside Myeongdong Station Exit 4 or Hongik University Station Exit 8, operated by Korea Time Tour) - from $89.40 per person, 14 hours, rated 4.9 from 1,357 reviews on Viator. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/seoraksan-nami-island-tour/ Booking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Seoul/Mount-Seorak-and-Nami-Island-Full-Day-Sightseeing-Tour/d973-55262P2?medium=link
- Alpaca World, Nami Island and Rail Bike or Garden of Morning Calm Tour from Seoul (Meet at Hongik University Station (07:00), Myeongdong Yejang Bus Terminal (07:45) or Dongdaemun History and Culture Park (08:00); hotel pickup on the private option, operated by S.A. Seoul) - from $74 per person, 10 hours, rated 4.7 from 755 reviews on GetYourGuide. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/alpaca-world-nami-island/ Booking: https://www.getyourguide.com/seoul-l197/from-seoul-gangwon-do-tour-with-alpaca-world-nami-island-t428405/
- Nami Island, Petite France and Italian Village and Garden of Morning Calm Tour (Meet at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station Exit 10 (by 08:05), Namsan Yejang Bus Parking Lot near Myeongdong or Hongik University Station Exit 4, operated by TOURSTORY Korea) - from $78.10 per person, 10 to 12 hours, rated 4.7 from 391 reviews on Viator. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-petite-france/ Booking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Seoul/Day-Tour-of-Nami-Island-with-Petite-France-and-Garden-of-Morning-Calm/d973-48881P5?medium=link
- Private Nami Island Tour with Petite France or the Garden of Morning Calm (Pickup at your hotel in Seoul, operated by Outdoors Korea) - from $192 per person, 8 to 10 hours, rated 4.8 from 115 reviews on Viator. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-private-tour/ Booking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Seoul/Nami-Island-and-Petite-France-Include-Lunch-and-Entrance-fee/d973-101420P9?medium=link
- Seoul to Nami Island Round-Trip Shuttle Bus (Board at Hongik University Station Exit 4 (by 08:50), Namsan Yejang Parking Lot near Myeongdong (by 09:30) or Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Exit 9 (by 09:40), operated by TOURSTORY Korea) - from $23.81 per person, About 9 hours, round trip, rated 4.3 from 7 reviews on Viator. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-shuttle-bus/ Booking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Seoul/Seoul-to-Nami-Island-shuttle-bus-round-trip/d973-48881P160?medium=link
- Seasonal Nami Island Tour from Seoul with Eobi Ice Valley in Winter (Pickup in Seoul (point by option), operated by Lecirt) - from $56 per person, 9 to 12 hours, rated 4.7 from 335 reviews on GetYourGuide. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-winter-tour/ Booking: https://www.getyourguide.com/seoul-l197/seoul-winter-tour-at-eobi-ice-valley-nami-island-and-more-t761304/
- Nami Island, Garden of Morning Calm and Gangchon Rail Bike Tour from Seoul (Meet at Hongdae (07:10), Myeongdong (07:45) or Dongdaemun (08:00) from mid March to mid December; two hours later in winter, operated by S.A. Seoul) - from $70 per person, 10 to 11.5 hours, rated 4.6 from 852 reviews on GetYourGuide. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-rail-bike/ Booking: https://www.getyourguide.com/seoul-l197/from-seoul-nami-island-korean-garden-rail-bike-day-trip-t430253/
- Nami Island Day Tour from Seoul with an Optional Gangchon Rail Bike (Meet at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Exit 9 or 10, Namsan Yejang Parking Lot near Myeongdong or Hongik University Station Exit 4, operated by TOURSTORY Korea) - from $35 per person, 10 to 11 hours, rated 4.9 from 14 reviews on Viator. Page: https://namiislandkorea.com/tours/nami-island-day-trip/ Booking: https://www.viator.com/tours/Seoul/Premium-small-group-Nami-Island-One-Day-Tour/d973-48881P143?medium=link

## Guide pages
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/best-time-to-visit-nami-island/ - Plan the best time to visit Nami Island in 2027: peak foliage mid-October to early December, ferries 08:00 to 21:00, and tips to beat crowds.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/chuncheon-dakgalbi/ - Chuncheon dakgalbi in 2027: what the dish is, where to eat it near Nami Island and how to reach Chuncheon by train. Plan your food stop.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/how-long-to-spend-in-nami-island/ - Plan 2027 right: 3 to 4 hours on Nami Island, a 10 to 12 hour day from Seoul. See time budgets, ferry times and sample plans.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/how-much-does-nami-island-cost/ - Nami Island costs 19,000 KRW for adults with ferry included, open 08:00 to 21:00. See full 2027 prices, extras and day trip budgets.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/how-to-get-to-nami-island-from-seoul/ - How to get to Nami Island from Seoul in 2027: ITX train, subway, shuttle bus or a tour, with travel times, ferry hours and a day plan.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/is-nami-island-worth-visiting/ - Is Nami Island worth visiting in 2027? A straight verdict on the 2 hour island walk, the best seasons and the tours that fix the long transit.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/nami-island-ferry/ - Nami Island ferry in 2027: boats run 08:00 to 21:00 and cross in about 5 minutes. See the timetable, ticket types and how to reach the pier.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/nami-island-vs-jeju-island/ - Nami Island takes one day from Seoul, Jeju needs 2 to 3 days. Compare costs, seasons and highlights and pick the right island for 2027.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/nami-island-zipline/ - Ride 940 meters over the Bukhan River, height 140-200 cm, weight 45-120 kg, open 09:00-18:00. See prices, booking and limits for 2027.
- https://namiislandkorea.com/guides/why-is-nami-island-so-famous/ - Why is Nami Island so famous in 2027? About 2 million visitors a year come for Winter Sonata, the tree lanes and the passport stamp. Plan your trip.

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