Welcome to our guide to a day of unforgettable moments with pandas and lions, as well as thrilling roller coaster rides against the backdrop of Korea’s autumnal foliage and curated gardens at Everland this fall.
Each season that passes in Korea is more beautiful than the last; it’s hard to choose which one to love the most. Something we can all agree on is that the fall season in Korea is a beautiful time of year. One way to enjoy the cooler weather and breathtaking fall foliage is by visiting Everland Resort, owned by Samsung C&T Resort group. Located an hour outside of Seoul in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, a trip to Everland provides a breath of fresh air in nature and is an exciting day out for thrill-seeking adventurers and animal-loving visitors alike.
In this guide to a day out at Everland Resort during the fall foliage season, discover the park’s different attractions, entertainment, and wildlife enclosures. Surrounded by serene fall-colored mountains and crisp, blue skies, this is the best time of year to make the most of a fun-filled itinerary at Everland.
Tip: Download the Everland App
Before planning your day out at Everland, download the Everland app for your Android or iOS device. With information available in English, easy-to-use maps and guides, access to the ‘Smart Queue’ reservation feature, and daily status updates, the Everland app is a must-have for you and your friends and family while visiting Everland.
Get Ready for a Day of Adventure and Fall Fun!
Once you have downloaded the Everland app and made your way to the park, getting familiar with the grounds is a good idea. Everland is divided into five themed sections: Global Fair, Zootopia, European Adventure, Magic Land, and American Adventure. Animal lovers may want to head straight to Zootopia, while adventure lovers may have their sights set on the adventure zones. Be sure to use the Everland app as a guide to get around or refer to this English map! Remember to stay hydrated, enjoy lots of food and snacks for energy along the way, and soak in the fall scenery at Everland!
It’s Always Sweater Weather at Panda World
If you’re an animal lover visiting Everland, start your day by visiting Zootopia upon entering the park! Zootopia is home to Everland’s wildlife residents, including capybaras, birds, lions, seals, and the famous Bao panda family. Ai Bao, Le Bao, Rui Bao, and Hui Bao are waiting for you near the front entrance of Everland at Panda World.
On the Everland app, you can reserve a spot to visit the pandas at Panda World from 10 AM on the day of your visit to Everland. After 2 PM, visitors can queue up to see the pandas without a reservation.
Enjoy the Rolling X-Train's Loop-the-Loops
For thrill seekers looking for an adrenaline rush on their next visit to Everland, start your day with a rolling start on the Rolling X-Train at American Adventure. The Rolling X-Train has twists and turns, including two 360-degree rotations. Roller coaster fans can enjoy full views of the park grounds from up high and admire the fall foliage during this time of year.
Get Up Close to Everland’s Safari World Residents
After filling up on snacks and refreshments at either Cafe Jungle Camp or Amazon Snack, Animal lovers can step into Safari World. Safari World is home to lions, tigers, and bears, which visitors can see up close and personal by riding the Safari Wildtrams. The Wildtrams will take you through Safari World on a guided tour, allowing you to explore the wonders of safari wildlife.
All Aboard the T Express
Enjoy the rush of Everland Resort’s T Express, one of the world’s tallest wooden roller coasters! The T Express reaches a rapid speed of 104km/h and includes a 77-degree gravity-defying drop. With its peak reaching a height of 56m, thrill seekers visiting Everland this fall will be sure to get the adrenaline rush they are seeking. It is important to note that on weekdays, the T Express has an on-site queue available without the option of reserving in advance on the Everland App.
Stop and Smell the Roses
After a day of wildlife adventures, twists, and turns, animal lovers and thrill seekers can come together to enjoy Everland’s fragrant and colorful gardens. The Rose Garden has been carefully cultivated by Everland Rosarians who study and care for 720 varieties of roses at the park. Located next to the Rose Garden is The Four Seasons Garden, the heart of Everland with varieties of flowers that change with the seasons.
Enjoy Fun Attractions for the Whole Family
Everland has endless attractions for thrill seekers and animal lovers, and there are plenty of family-friendly attractions for young children and their families, too! Be sure to make the most of the fall leaves and autumnal festivities by enjoying the Racing Coaster, located in Magic Land and is the perfect roller coaster for children. Discover more attractions for children, including the Boong Boong Cars, Flash Pang Pang, and Flying Elephant! These attractions, and more experiences such as the Magic Cookie House and Music Garden, can be found at Magic Land!
We hope you can make it to Everland Resort this fall and discover the beauty of this magical season in South Korea. Planning for a full day of adventure is always a good idea, but we are sure there will be unexpected surprises and detours you will find yourself following along the way. With many attractions, world-famous pandas, entertainment, a wide range of delicious food and snacks, and the surrounding scenery of the orange, red, and yellow hues of fall, your day out at Everland will be one to remember!
