The APAP Tour is a walking program that takes you past public artworks in Anyang Art Park and the Pyeongchon area of Anyang, Gyeonggi-do, with an art interpreter explaining each piece along the way. It runs from March 10 to November 30, 2026, and costs 3,000 KRW (~$2.20 USD) for adults and 1,000 KRW (~$0.75 USD) for youth. One important catch: individual bookings for the Anyang Art Park route are suspended during the 8th Anyang Public Art Project (APAP8), so only groups of 10 or more can currently apply, by phone.
What Is the APAP Tour?
Since 2005, the city of Anyang has been running the Anyang Public Art Project (APAP), placing artworks in its forests, along its streams and roadsides, and throughout everyday spaces. The aim is to turn the whole city into a museum without a roof.
The tour visits art, sculpture, architecture, design, and performance works from the first through seventh editions of APAP. Along with the commentary on each piece, you’ll hear stories about Anyang’s history and urban culture.
APAP Tour 2026 Schedule and Routes
The tour season runs from March 10 to November 30, 2026. Operating days and booking conditions differ by route, so check this table first. November 30 is a Monday, which is a day off for both routes.
| Anyang Art Park route | Pyeongchon route | |
|---|---|---|
| Current booking status | Individual bookings suspended; groups of 10 or more only | By phone |
| Operating days | Tuesday–Sunday (closed Monday) | Tuesday–Saturday (closed Sunday and Monday) |
| Departure times | 10:30, 14:00 | 10:30, 14:00 |
| Duration | About 60–90 minutes | About 60 minutes |
| Artworks covered | 15–20 or so | About 10 |
| Starting point | Anyang Pavilion | In front of the Open School at Hagun Park (학운공원) |
Official sources disagree on duration. The individual route pages match the table above, while the foundation’s tour overview page lists 90 minutes for Course A and 80 minutes for Course B.
The Pyeongchon route threads through parks and everyday spaces in the city center. The Anyang Art Park route follows the forest and stream instead, but it’s only taking group applications right now.
Are There Special Tours or English Tours?
The APAP8 Special Tour-Night shows you the artworks of Anyang Art Park in the evening, once the lights come on. It takes place every Friday at 7 p.m. from October 16 to November 6, so the announced schedule ends on November 6.
The foundation’s tour overview page also describes an A3 English Tour, which covers about 12 works in Anyang Art Park with English commentary. That page gives no year, schedule, or price, however, so it’s unconfirmed whether this tour is running in November 2026.
APAP Tour Prices
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | 3,000 KRW (~$2.20 USD) |
| Youth (age 19 and under) | 1,000 KRW (~$0.75 USD) |
| APAP8 Special Tour-Night | 5,000 KRW (~$3.70 USD) |
All ages are welcome, though elementary school students and younger children must come with a guardian. Each session is described as having 15 participants.
How to Book the APAP Tour
| Category | How to apply | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anyang Art Park route | Groups of 10 or more, by phone at least 5 days ahead (date and group size can be discussed) | 031-687-0934 |
| Pyeongchon route | By phone only | 031-687-0934 |
| General information | Phone inquiries | 031-687-0548 |
The minimum group size for the Pyeongchon route is inconsistent, even within a single information page, which gives both “5 or more” and “10 or more.” If your party is small, call before you make plans.
The Anyang Art Park route’s page also still lists its usual booking conditions:
- Book through Naver or on-site (on-site payment is by card only)
- Tours depart with 2 or more people
- Bookings for the following month open on the 15th of each month
- No same-day cancellations or refunds
- Groups of 15 or more should inquire by phone
It’s unconfirmed whether these conditions can be used to book in November, so it’s safer to go by the notice suspending individual bookings.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Individual bookings suspended on the Anyang Art Park route: The official notice states that individual bookings are suspended because of APAP8. It gives no start or end date; APAP8 itself runs until November 29. During this period, groups of 10 or more can still apply by phone at least 5 days ahead.
- Foundation website maintenance: From 18:00 on November 6 to 21:00 on November 7, services on the foundation’s website, including its integrated login, may be interrupted. The times may change depending on how the work progresses.
Other programs run under the conditions shown in the tables above.
Can Individual Visitors See the APAP8 Exhibition?
Yes. Individual visitors can see the APAP8 exhibition for free. The 8th Anyang Public Art Project runs until November 29, and all of its exhibitions are free of charge.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | Until November 29 |
| Venues | Around Anyang Art Park, Anyang Pavilion, Arte Xi (아르테자이), the Open School in Hagun Park, and others |
| Admission | Free |
| Closed | Indoor exhibitions close every Monday (the outdoor sculpture exhibition is always open) |
| Docents | Free at Anyang Pavilion and Arte Xi |
| Inquiries | Public Art Department, Anyang Culture and Arts Foundation (안양문화예술재단), 031-687-0548 |
Public materials don’t list the free docent hours, so call before you visit.
How to Get to Anyang Pavilion
The address is 180 Yesulgongwon-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do (경기도 안양시 만안구 예술공원로 180). The foundation’s Korean and English guides give different walking times, so the table shows both.
| From | Transportation | Travel time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwanak Station (Line 1), Exit 2 | On foot | 30 minutes (Korean guide), 20 minutes (English guide) | None |
| Gwanak Station (Line 1) | Taxi | Unconfirmed | Unconfirmed |
| Anyang Station (Line 1) | Maeul (neighborhood) Bus 2 → get off at the last stop (parking lot next to Kim Chung-up Museum, 김중업 박물관) → walk | Time on the bus unconfirmed; 10-minute walk east from Kim Chung-up Museum | Unconfirmed |
| Beomgye Station (Line 4) | Maeul Bus 2-1 → get off at the last stop (parking lot next to Kim Chung-up Museum) → walk | Time on the bus unconfirmed; 10-minute walk east from Kim Chung-up Museum | Unconfirmed |
If you come by bus, the stops are Anyang Art Park Off-Street Parking Lot (안양예술공원 노외주차장) or Anyang Art Park Intersection (안양예술공원 사거리). Walking times from the bus are as follows:
| Bus | Walk (Korean guide) | Walk (English guide) |
|---|---|---|
| Maeul Bus 2 | 10 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Express Bus 900 | 20 minutes | 10 minutes |
| Regular Buses 1, 20, 51, 5-2, 5503, 5624, 5625, 5626, 5713 | 20 minutes | 10 minutes |
Routes from Seoul, Busan, Incheon International Airport, and Gimhae International Airport are left out because their travel times and fares couldn’t be confirmed from official sources.
Anyang Art Park Parking Fees
Anyang Pavilion has no parking lot of its own, so drivers use Yesulgongwon Noeoe (예술공원노외), a public lot operated by Anyang Urban Corporation (안양도시공사). You can reach the lot’s operator at 031-389-5323. These rates come from the foundation’s guide and apply from November through March.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Paid hours | Weekdays 10:00–18:00, weekends 10:00–19:00 |
| First 30 minutes | 400 KRW (~$0.30 USD) |
| Each additional 10 minutes (up to 1 hour) | 200 KRW (~$0.15 USD) |
| Each additional 10 minutes (up to 2 hours) | 400 KRW (~$0.30 USD) |
| Each additional 10 minutes (up to 3 hours) | 600 KRW (~$0.45 USD) |
| Each additional 10 minutes (after 3 hours) | 800 KRW (~$0.60 USD) |
| Exemption | Vehicles parked under 15 minutes |
APAP’s English guide lists different rates: 500 KRW (~$0.40 USD) for the first 30 minutes, 200 KRW (~$0.15 USD) per 10 minutes, and 7,000 KRW (~$5.20 USD) per day. If the cost matters to you, check directly with the lot.
Practical Tips
- Call first. Booking conditions vary by route, and the information pages still show the usual conditions, so 031-687-0934 is your most accurate source.
- Skip Mondays. The tours don’t run and the indoor exhibitions are closed, leaving only the outdoor sculpture exhibition to see.
- Remember that the Pyeongchon route is also off on Sundays. It runs only from Tuesday to Saturday.
- Bring a card for on-site payment. Under the usual conditions, on-site payment is by card only, and same-day cancellations and refunds aren’t available.
- Show your taxi driver the address. If you take a taxi from Gwanak Station, show the driver “경기도 안양시 만안구 예술공원로 180.”
The official website is https://www.apap.or.kr.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can individuals sign up for the APAP Tour right now?
Not on the Anyang Art Park route, where individual bookings are suspended. The suspension is due to APAP8 and the notice gives no end date; only groups of 10 or more can apply, by phone at least 5 days ahead. The Pyeongchon route has no such suspension notice, but its minimum group size is listed inconsistently, so call to confirm.
How much does the APAP Tour cost, and how long does it take?
The tour costs 3,000 KRW (~$2.20 USD) for adults and 1,000 KRW (~$0.75 USD) for youth age 19 and under. According to the individual route pages, the Anyang Art Park route takes about 60–90 minutes and the Pyeongchon route about 60 minutes.
How do I book the APAP Tour?
The one reliable method right now is to call 031-687-0934. The usual conditions for the Anyang Art Park route also include Naver and on-site booking, but it’s unconfirmed whether those are available in November.
Can I take the APAP Tour in English?
Whether it’s running in November 2026 is unconfirmed. The foundation’s overview page describes an A3 English Tour but gives no year, schedule, or price.
How do I get from Gwanak Station to Anyang Pavilion?
Walk or take a taxi from Exit 2 of Gwanak Station on Line 1. The foundation’s Korean guide lists the walk as 30 minutes, and its English guide as 20 minutes.
How do I get there from Seoul or the airport?
Travel times and fares from Seoul and the airports haven’t been confirmed from official sources. The confirmed routes start from Gwanak Station and Anyang Station on Line 1 and Beomgye Station on Line 4.
Can I pay by card?
Yes. Under the usual conditions, on-site payment is by card only. Ask about payment methods under the current booking conditions when you call to apply.
Do the tours or exhibitions get crowded?
There’s no official information on crowding by time of day. Each tour session is described as having 15 participants.
How much is the public parking lot at Anyang Art Park?
According to the foundation’s guide, the first 30 minutes cost 400 KRW (~$0.30 USD), and each additional 10 minutes costs 200–800 KRW (~$0.15–$0.60 USD) depending on how long you stay. Vehicles parked under 15 minutes are exempt, and APAP’s English guide lists rates that differ from the foundation’s.
