I assumed I'd need a car to find pink muhly grass near Seoul, until I found one where the walk from the subway exit is shorter than the walk from a typical parking lot.
Pink muhly grass near Seoul, right by a subway exit
The pink muhly grass field at Misa Gyeongjeong Park in Hanam sits just inside the park's main gate, in a flower bed on the left side. It's reachable by Seoul Subway Line 5, getting off at Misa Station and walking about 10 minutes from Exit 4 — no car, no bus transfer, no taxi needed.
Bloom season runs from September through November, according to local Hanam tourism coverage, with October generally considered the fullest and most vivid month for color. Visiting in September will show some pink, but if the deep, saturated look from photos online is what you're after, October is the safer bet.
Getting there, step by step
1. Take Seoul Subway Line 5 to Misa Station, then exit through Exit 4.
2. Walk roughly 10 minutes to the park's main entrance — the pink muhly grass bed is immediately on the left as you enter.
3. If you're driving instead, parking lots P1 (right side) and P8 (left side) are both near the main entrance.
I didn't expect the flower bed to be this close to the entrance. Parks with a "famous flower spot" in Korea are often a 20-30 minute walk from the gate — this one isn't.
What else is at Misa Gyeongjeong Park
Misa Gyeongjeong Park is built around a rowing (gyeongjeong) racing venue, so beyond the pink muhly grass, there's a long waterside track used for the sport, plus a riverside walking and cycling path that connects into Seoul's broader Han River bike network. Even on a day with no races scheduled, the open track and water views make for a decent walk on their own.
When to actually go for the best color
The muhly grass starts blooming in September but doesn't reach its fullest, most photogenic pink until October. If your trip only allows a September visit, you'll still see color — just expect it to be lighter than the deep pink shown in most photos taken in mid-to-late October.
Practical details for a car-free visit
- Walking/cycling entry hours: 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Vehicle entry hours: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM (only relevant if you're driving).
- Cost: The park itself is free to enter; no ticket is required for the flower field.
- Bus alternative: Bus route 112-5 also serves the area if you'd rather not walk from the subway.
Where else people search for pink muhly grass near Seoul
Travel forums and blogs sometimes point people toward larger muhly grass gardens further south, which can be misleading if what you actually want is pink muhly grass near Seoul specifically, reachable in a half-day without a long-distance bus or train. The Misa location trades scale for convenience — it's smaller than the biggest dedicated muhly gardens, but it's the one that fits into an ordinary Seoul subway day.
Is it worth combining with other stops nearby
Misa Gyeongjeong Park connects directly into the Han River cycling path system, so if you're comfortable renting a bike, you could extend the trip along the riverside toward central Seoul rather than treating this as a single isolated stop. For a shorter visit, the flower field and a short lap of the rowing track make a reasonable half-day outing on their own.
Bottom line
Pink muhly grass near Seoul doesn't have to mean renting a car or booking a tour — Misa Gyeongjeong Park in Hanam is walkable from a Seoul subway exit, with the field sitting right inside the main gate. Aim for October if peak color matters to you, and budget half a day for the visit including transit.
Sources: Hanam city tourism information for Misa Gyeongjeong Park visitor details and bloom-season timing.
Photo credit Misa Gyeongjeong Park — Korea Tourism Organization, KOGL Type 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pay to see the pink muhly grass?
No — Misa Gyeongjeong Park has free entry, and the pink muhly grass field near the main gate doesn't require a separate ticket.
Is this the same as the famous pink muhly grass spots in southern Korea?
No — larger, more elaborate muhly grass gardens exist further from Seoul (some requiring an entrance fee), but this Hanam location is specifically the practical choice for travelers who want a pink muhly grass field without leaving the greater Seoul subway network.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable walking shoes are enough — the park paths are flat and easy. If you're visiting for photos, an early morning or late-afternoon visit avoids harsh midday light.
Can I combine this with a Nami Island or Gapyeong day trip?
Not easily in one day — Misa is on the opposite side of Seoul from the Gapyeong direction, and combining both would eat most of a day in transit alone. Treat this as its own half-day trip.
Is the flower bed big enough to be worth a special trip?
It's modest compared to dedicated flower parks, but for a spot this close to a subway exit, most visitors find the size reasonable for a 30-60 minute stop rather than a destination that demands a full afternoon. If you're already nearby or passing through Hanam, it's an easy add-on rather than a trip you'd plan your whole day around on its own.
Are there restrooms and places to sit near the flower field?
Public parks of this size in Korea typically have restroom facilities somewhere on the grounds, though exact locations near the specific flower bed can vary. Benches along the riverside path give you somewhere to sit if you want to rest between the flower field and the rowing track.
Is it crowded on weekends?
Being free and close to a subway exit means it draws a reasonable weekend crowd during peak October color, though nothing close to the density of Seoul's most famous tourist spots. An early morning visit still gives you a noticeably quieter experience than a mid-afternoon weekend visit.