Mulbit Plaza (물빛광장) in Yeouido Hangang Park is a free water-play fountain plaza at 84-9 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. It sits where Yeouido Park meets the Han River. The fountains run only from April through October each year, so in 2026 you can still catch them until the end of October. After dark, lights set into the shallow water switch on, and the plaza becomes a good spot to take in the Han River at night.
What Is Mulbit Plaza in Yeouido Hangang Park?
Mulbit Plaza is one of Seoul’s best-known water-play features. The plaza is built on a gentle slope so water runs down across it, and you can watch it, listen to it, and walk right into it. It measures 40 m wide and 196 m long, and the water is only 15 cm deep, which is why families come here so often for a day out.
The plaza looks straight out over the Han River and also hosts performances. In winter, when the fountains are off, it is used for small concerts and street performances.
Mulbit Plaza at Night: When to Go and What to See
The main draw after dark is the night lighting. Lamps under the water light up the floor of the plaza, so the surface sparkles like a scattering of stars. It’s a peaceful place to walk along the edge, listen to the water, and look past the plaza to the river.
If you also want to see the fountains, go during the operating season (April–October) and time your visit for an evening session. In the regular season (April–June and September–October), the fountains run at 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, and 20:00 in the evening. In peak season (July–August), sessions go on until 21:00. Each session lasts 30 minutes.
Mulbit Plaza Fountain Hours and Admission
| Season | Months | Fountain times | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak season | July–August | Every hour on the hour, 12:00–21:00, 30 minutes each | 10 per day |
| Regular season | April–June, September–October | 12:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00 (30 minutes each) | 5 per day |
| Off season | November–March | No fountains | — |
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
| Regular closure | Every Monday (cleaning and maintenance) |
| Fridays | Some Seoul city notices say the fountains stop for water tank cleaning and start again at 18:00. Sources differ, so check before you go |
| Temporary stops | The fountains may stop because of strong wind, rain, or crowd conditions |
| Type | Public facility |
Admission is free, so there’s nothing to pay to use the plaza.
Before You Go: Mulbit Plaza Fountains Stop in November
- Facility not running: Mulbit Plaza Fountain (Yeouido)
- Period: The fountains run only from April to October and are switched off from November through March
- Reason: The fountains run only in season. The plaza itself is part of the park and stays open
If you visit from November onward, you won’t see the fountains, but the plaza and the rest of Hangang Park stay open as usual. You can check whether the fountains are running on the Hangang Park website’s fountain page.
How to Get to Mulbit Plaza from Yeouinaru Station
The closest station to Mulbit Plaza is Yeouinaru Station on Subway Line 5. Leave by Exit 1 or Exit 2 and walk from there. The Hangang Park website gives the walk from Exit 2 to the nearby Mulbit Stage (물빛무대) as 15 minutes. It doesn’t list a walking time to Mulbit Plaza itself.
| Transport | Get off at | Then |
|---|---|---|
| Subway | Yeouinaru Station (Line 5), Exit 1 or 2 | Walk (Exit 2 → Mulbit Stage: 15 minutes on foot) |
| Bus | Yeouido Full Gospel Church stop / Yeouido Park stop | Walk |
We couldn’t confirm parking fees from official sources. In December 2025, news reports said the Seoul city government planned to change a local ordinance to raise the base parking fee (first 30 minutes) at Yeouido Hangang Park by 1,000 KRW (~$1 USD), but it’s unclear whether that change went through. If you’re driving, check the rates before you go.
Tips for Visiting Mulbit Plaza
- Don’t go on a Monday. The fountains are off every Monday for cleaning and maintenance. Some notices also say they stop during the day on Fridays, so check ahead.
- Have food delivered to the delivery zone. Delivery motorbikes aren’t allowed inside the park. Yeouido Delivery Zone 3 (여의도 배달존3, at the south end of Mapo Bridge, downstream side) is at the top of the steps in front of Yeouido Store No. 3 (여의도3호매점), right next to Mulbit Plaza. Enter the delivery zone as your address when you order.
- Use the Ttaenggyeoyo (땡겨요) app discount. Set a Hangang delivery zone as your pickup spot and order 25,000 KRW (~$19 USD) or more to get 3,000 KRW (~$2 USD) off right away. Pay with Seoul Sarang Sangpumgwon (서울사랑상품권, Seoul’s local gift voucher) to get another 3,000–5,000 KRW (~$2–4 USD) back (October 1 – November 30).
- Shade tents are allowed until 10 p.m. Since September, you can keep a shade tent up until 10 p.m.
- Call ahead in bad weather. The fountains may stop in strong wind or rain. You can ask the Seoul Future Hangang Headquarters (서울시 미래한강본부, 02-3780-0628) or the Yeouido Information Center (02-3780-0566).
Contact Information
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Yeouido Information Center | 02-3780-0566 |
| General inquiries | 02-3780-0652 |
| Seoul Future Hangang Headquarters (fountains) | 02-3780-0628 |
| Website | https://hangang.seoul.go.kr/www/contents/861.do?mid=854 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Until what month do the Yeouido Mulbit Plaza fountains run?
They run until October. The fountain season is April through October, and the fountains are off from November until March of the next year.
What are the Mulbit Plaza fountain times?
In the regular season (April–June and September–October), the fountains run five times a day for 30 minutes each, at 12:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, and 20:00. In peak season (July–August), they run ten times a day, every hour on the hour from 12:00 to 21:00, for 30 minutes each.
Do the fountains run on Mondays?
No. The fountains are off every Monday for cleaning and maintenance. Some notices also list Fridays as a stop day (restarting at 18:00), so check before you visit.
Is there an admission fee?
No. Mulbit Plaza is a public facility and free to use.
Which exit of Yeouinaru Station should I use?
Take Exit 1 or Exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station on Subway Line 5 and walk from there. The Hangang Park website gives the walk from Exit 2 to the nearby Mulbit Stage as 15 minutes.
Can I see the fountains at Mulbit Plaza in winter?
No. The fountains don’t run from November through March. The plaza stays open, though, and in winter it’s used for small performances.
Is there anything to see at night?
Yes. Lights under the water make the plaza floor sparkle like starlight, and you can look out over the Han River from the plaza.
Can I get food delivered to Mulbit Plaza?
Yes, at the delivery zone. Delivery motorbikes can’t enter the park, so order to Yeouido Delivery Zone 3 (여의도 배달존3). It’s at the top of the steps in front of Yeouido Store No. 3, right next to Mulbit Plaza.
