Strawberry Picking Near Seoul (2026–27 Season): When to Go, Peak Months & Farms for Kids

If you are visiting Korea between December and May with small kids, put strawberry picking on your list. Korean strawberries are huge, very sweet and grown in warm greenhouses. Picking them is a winter and spring tradition for Korean families. Daycares even take toddlers on strawberry farm field trips, which is how our son had his first go.

This guide covers what a strawberry farm visit is actually like with a toddler, how much it costs, when to go, and a few farms near Seoul worth looking at, including options if you do not have a car.

My son (27months), Proudly showing off his own box of strawberries

When is strawberry picking season in Korea?

Strawberry picking season in Korea runs from about December to May. The best months are usually January to April, when the berries are at their sweetest and farms are fully open. Many farms start taking bookings in late November or December, and popular weekend slots fill up fast, so book a week or two ahead. By May, the season starts winding down and some farms close early.


Quick facts

  • Season: roughly December to May.
    January to April is usually the sweet spot.
  • Cost: often around 15,000 to 25,000 won per person, or pay by weight at some farms. Prices change every season, so always check.
  • Time needed: 1 to 2 hours on the farm, or half a day with travel.
  • Best for: ages 2 and up. Many farms let under-2s in free.
  • Booking: most farms ask you to book ahead, usually through Naver in Korean. Tours from Seoul are the easiest option for visitors.

What a strawberry farm visit is like

Picking in the greenhouse

Most Korean strawberry farms grow their berries in long greenhouses on raised beds, so you pick standing up. That is easy on parents' backs. Shorter toddlers usually need a lift to reach the top rows, but the lower berries hanging over the edge are at just the right height for little hands.

You typically get a plastic container to fill, often around 500g per person or per family. Staff show you how to pick: hold the stem and snap it off rather than pulling the berry. Most farms let you taste a few as you go. Some ask you to wait until you are outside the greenhouse.

Greenhouses are warm even in January, so dress kids in layers you can peel off.

It is more than just strawberries

What surprised us is how much else these farms pack in for kids. At the farm our son visited, there were:

  • Animals to feed: rabbits, in his case, which he found almost as exciting as the strawberries
  • Picnic tables where kids sit and eat what they picked, washed and served in a bowl
  • Photo zones with giant strawberry props and colorful murals
  • Open space to run around between activities

Saying hello to the farm rabbits

Many farms also offer extras such as strawberry jam making, strawberry ice cream, chocolate dipping or cake decorating, usually for an extra fee. Some have proper play areas with trampolines, sandpits, ride-on cars or even zip lines. For a toddler, a farm with a play area often turns a one-hour visit into a full happy morning.

The best part: eating them straight after picking


Strawberry farms near Seoul

Here are farms that are easy to reach from Seoul and good for families. Prices are from last season, so treat them as a guide and check before you go.

1. Yangsu-ri Strawberry Farm (Yangpyeong): reachable by subway

  • Getting there: Gyeongui-Jungang Line to Yangsu Station, then a short taxi ride
  • Good for: visitors without a car, and jam making
  • Note: one of the few farms with plenty of English reviews from foreign visitors. Hosts speak basic English. Book ahead.

This is the classic choice for foreign visitors, because you can get there on the Seoul subway system. It is in the same area as Dumulmeori, so you can pair it with a riverside walk.

2. Wollong Strawberry (Paju): budget friendly

  • Price: about 12,900 won per person last season
  • Location: Wollong-myeon, Paju, north of Seoul
  • Good for: combining with Paju sights such as Heyri Art Village or the DMZ area

3. Seongyeon Strawberry Farm (Ilsan): no booking needed

  • Price: pay by weight, about 30,000 won per kg regardless of group size
  • Good for: toddlers. There are mini carts, kick scooters and baby carts, plus ice cream and jam making.
  • Note: walk-ins welcome and no time limit, which is great with unpredictable little ones

4. Farm Growing (Yeoju): best for burning off energy

  • Price: about 20,000 won per person last season, under 24 months free
  • Good for: active kids. There is a zip line, trampolines, a sandpit, a bouncy castle and ride-on cars.
  • Note: booking required, in a morning or afternoon session. You will need a car.

5. Forest Bell (Yongin): animal feeding

  • Good for: animal lovers. There is indoor strawberry picking plus animal feeding and play areas.
  • Note: under 18 months free. Activities are priced separately. Best by car.


No car? Take a day tour

The easiest option for most visitors is a day tour from Seoul that bundles strawberry picking with other winter sights. Transport is included, so you do not have to deal with Korean booking systems or rural taxis. These tours usually open for booking from December and run until early spring.

Two that look good for families (affiliate links: we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you) :

A tip for parents: these are full-day tours of roughly 8 to 9 hours with a lot of bus time. Bring snacks, a change of clothes and something to nap on. Check the minimum age and whether car seats or child fares apply before you book.


Giant strawberries at the photo zone, a must for every Korean farm visit

Tips for strawberry picking with a toddler

  • Go in the morning. On weekends the best berries get picked early, and toddlers are happier before nap time.
  • Book ahead. Most farms take reservations through Naver. Ask your hotel to help, or use a translation app.
  • Dress in layers. It can be freezing outside and warm in the greenhouse.
  • Bring wet wipes. Strawberry juice gets everywhere.
  • Watch for bees. Farms use them for pollination. They are calm, but worth knowing about if your child has an allergy.
  • Check the rules. Some farms have a time limit in the greenhouse, and some do not allow eating inside.
  • Do not skip the extras. Jam making or ice cream making is often the part kids remember most.

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Is it worth it?

For families with young kids, absolutely. It is a very Korean experience that most visitors never hear about. It works in winter, when outdoor options are limited, and toddlers get to pick, eat, feed animals and run around all in one place. Our son came home with strawberry juice all over his clothes and talked about the rabbits for a week.

If you are planning a wider trip, see our guide to Seoul with a toddler for getting around with a stroller, baby rooms and eating out. For another hands-on day out, try clam digging near Incheon Airport.

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