Seoul Racecourse

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  • Phone
    509 2309
  • Transport
    underground rail: Line 4 to Seoul Racecourse, Exit 2

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Lonely Planet review

Every weekend, thousands head south to the horse racing. The spectators used to be mainly men, but racing authorities have had success in promoting racing as a family or couple activity. Huge screens on the track show the odds, and close-ups of the horses. Short 1km to 2km races occur every half-hour with evening racing in July and August. Foreigners can make use of a smart and comfortable suite on the 4th floor in section S.

English-speaking staff are on hand, but betting is easy enough. Despite the big crowds (legal gambling opportunities are still restricted in Seoul) everything is well-organised. The only problem is picking the winners.

The Equine Museum (509 1283; admission free; ; - ) has modern displays of historical items relating to horses and some are surprisingly beautiful.

Meals are limited to budget fast-food outlets, and the track is closed on four weekends of the year - New Year, Chuseok and the last weekend in December and July.