Overview
Are you ready for the 2025 Bonghwa Sweetfish Festival?
Festival Dates: 26th July & 27th July 2025 (Thu & Fri)
Bonghwa is renowned for its pristine waters and vibrant cultural festivals. Each summer, the Bonghwa Sweetfish Festival is one of Korea’s premier events, offering a unique blend of activities perfect for families, especially those with children.
This festival is a fantastic opportunity for foreigners living in or traveling through Korea to immerse themselves in local traditions and enjoy a memorable summer adventure.
Dive into the excitement of net fishing along the crystal-clear riverside. Learn to sink your fishing net, wait for the sweetfish to gather, and experience the thrill of a successful catch.
Jump into the refreshing waters and try your hand at catching sweetfish. This activity promises a hands-on adventure and lots of laughs.
Beyond fishing, the festival offers numerous other attractions that cater to all ages, providing a unique and enjoyable summer experience in Korea (activities at your own expense).
After your fishing adventures, take your fresh sweetfish to the designated cooking area. Here, you can roast your catch over a wood fire, savoring the fresh fish’s fragrant and delicious flavors (cooking at your own expense).
Extend your trip with a visit to the Baekdudaegan National Arboretum, which boasts an extensive collection of plant resources and high conservation value exhibition halls. Marvel at the harmony and beauty of various plant species, and explore the recreated tiger forest, symbolizing the majestic Baekdudaegan Mountain. This unique attraction is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors.
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Price
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What is included |
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Adult/Child
US$3.60
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- Festival Admission Ticket
- Roundtrip Transportation
- Guide/Driver/Tips
- Transportation fee/Petrol fee/Tolls
- English & Chinese Speaking Staff
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What's Not Included
- Meals
- Traveler's Insurance
- Own Expenses
** Same price for Children and Adults.
** Free: Infants under 3 (Can join without fee but vehicle seats, entrance tickets, meals and other experiences will not be provided)
Itinerary
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| 07:00 AM |
Depart from Hongik University Station Exit 8
- Please arrive 10 mins before
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| 07:30 AM |
Depart from Myeongdong Station Exit 3
- Please arrive 10 mins before |
| 11:30 AM |
Arrive at the National Arboretum of Baekdudaegan
- 13:00 PM Leave for lunch
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| 13:00 PM |
Lunch (Own expense)
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| 14:30 PM |
Arrive at Sweetfish Festival
- Free time to fully enjoy the festival
- Participate the Sweetfish Race
- 17:00 PM Leave for Seoul
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| 20:00 ~ 20:30 PM |
Arrive in Seoul
- Hongik University Station
- Myeongdong Station |
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※ Please arrive at the meeting place 10 minutes in advance, no waiting after the appointed time!
※ Traffic conditions are difficult to grasp, the actual itinerary will be adjusted according to the traffic conditions of the day
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