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Amusement parks #4 in Seongnam

Lotte World Magic Island

4.3 · 11,496 reviews
Energetic and visually spectacular.
Lotte World Magic Island, 240 Olympic-ro, Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea
Interesting facts
1

Magic Island is constructed on an artificial island created specifically for the theme park in the middle of Seokchon Lake.

2

The park's iconic Magic Castle was designed to evoke the architectural style of Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany.

3

The Atlantis Adventure ride combines elements of a roller coaster and a log flume, featuring a high-speed launch.

4

The monorail track passes directly through the interior of the Lotte World Adventure indoor building before circling the exterior lake.

5

Seokchon Lake, surrounding the island, is a major destination for cherry blossom viewing during the spring months.

6

The Gyro Drop attraction features a free-fall mechanism that utilizes magnetic braking systems.

7

Magic Island hosts seasonal light festivals and professional night-time parade shows that utilize the castle facade as a projection screen.

Overview

Lotte World Magic Island is an outdoor amusement park situated on an artificial island within Seokchon Lake in Seoul. Connected to the indoor Lotte World Adventure via a pedestrian bridge, it serves as the park's primary site for high-thrill rides and iconic aesthetic features. The centerpiece of the island is a meticulously detailed, European-style fairy-tale castle that dominates the local skyline. It contains signature attractions such as the Atlantis Adventure roller coaster, the Gyro Drop, and the Gyro Swing. The island is accessible via a monorail system that encircles both the indoor and outdoor sections of the park. Unlike the climate-controlled Adventure area, the Magic Island section is entirely exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The park grounds are integrated into the larger Lotte World complex, which includes a shopping mall, a hotel, and the Lotte World Tower. It utilizes a high-capacity ride system designed to accommodate large crowds during peak tourist seasons.

Photo spot

The pedestrian bridge connecting Lotte World Adventure to Magic Island provides the clearest unobstructed view of the Magic Castle.

Insider tips

Prioritize the high-thrill outdoor rides early in the day as queues for these attractions grow significantly by midday.

Download the official park application to monitor real-time queue lengths for popular outdoor attractions.

Bring portable weather protection, such as fans in summer or windbreakers in autumn, as the island is exposed to lake breezes.

What to avoid

Avoid visiting on weekends or South Korean national holidays, when wait times for major attractions can exceed two hours.

Good to know

Outdoor rides on Magic Island may be suspended during periods of heavy rain, high winds, or extreme cold.

Etiquette

Respect queuing lines; do not use flash photography on high-speed dark rides; maintain noise levels in shared indoor/outdoor transition spaces.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
4-6 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings during the spring or autumn months to avoid high humidity and peak school holiday crowds.
Address
Lotte World Magic Island, 240 Olympic-ro, Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea
37.509, 127.100
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Details
Signature RidesAtlantis Adventure, Gyro Drop, Gyro Swing
Facility TypeOutdoor island-based amusement park

Frequently asked

Plan for about 4-6 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings during the spring or autumn months to avoid high humidity and peak school holiday crowds..

The pedestrian bridge connecting Lotte World Adventure to Magic Island provides the clearest unobstructed view of the Magic Castle.

Close by you'll find Lotte World Tower, Lotte World, LOTTE WORLD AQUARIUM.