Jinhae Marine Park

A place where your kids can meet the sea, Jinhae Marine Park

What kind of place is Jinhae Marine Park?

Jinhae Marine Park is located at 62 Myeongdong-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, and sits along a beautiful coastline on the small island of Eumjido. It is a special marine theme park where you can learn about the sea up close, enjoy hands-on experiences, and explore eco-friendly energy.

Main facilities

• Marine Solar Tower

  • There is a tower building with an observatory, and an exhibition building with a book cafe, outdoor terrace, and the indoor garden Darong Forest. From the observatory, you can take in a panoramic view of the sea off Jinhae.

• Fish Ecology Learning Center

  • 3rd floor: marine observatory, solar power exhibition hall
  • 2nd floor: touch pool where you can touch fish directly
  • 1st floor: marine ecology hall, fish stabilization room, media village, fishing playground

• Naval Battle History Experience Hall

  • This is a space where you can learn about the history of naval battles in Korea. There are various educational tools and exhibits, and in the building next to it where the snack shop is located, you will find a nursing room and a customer lounge.

• Marine Life Theme Park

  • 1st floor: swimming marine life exhibition hall
  • 2nd floor: benthic organism exhibition hall
  • 3rd floor: diorama exhibition hall, experience room, video room, special exhibition hall

• Coastal walking trail and photo zones

  • Along the seaside trail and at photo zones placed throughout the park, your family can make special memories together.

Visitor information

• Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (ticket sales end at 5:00 PM; indoor facilities are closed on Mondays, but outdoor areas remain open)
• Admission:
  • Jinhae Solar Tower: adults 3,500 won / students 2,500 won / children 1,500 won
  • Marine Life Theme Park and Fish Ecology Learning Center: adults 2,500 won / students 2,000 won / children 1,500 won
  • Free admission for: infants and young children age 5 and under, seniors age 65 and over, national merit recipients, and people with disabilities, with valid ID or documents
• Parking: Both outdoor and indoor parking lots are available in the park. For passenger cars, the fee is 300 won for the first 30 minutes, then 100 won after 30 minutes, with a daily maximum of 3,000 won
• Amenities: Nursing room, diaper changing station, and parking support are available. Baby chairs, stroller rental, and reservations are not available

Why it is great to visit with kids

• The wide variety of marine life exhibits and hands-on touch experiences bring fun and curiosity to your kids.
• Experiences such as the Naval Battle History Experience Hall and warship tours help broaden your kids' perspective through sea and navy experiences that are not easy to find in everyday life.
• You can enjoy a relaxing walk with ocean views and take family photos at the many photo zones.

Things to know before your visit

• Some facilities, such as the Marine Solar Tower, may close temporarily for interior maintenance or other reasons, so it is a good idea to check the park's official website before visiting.
• If you are visiting with kids, bring comfortable shoes and a change of clothes. The sea breeze can be strong, and there may be lots of active movement throughout the experience halls.
• There is a snack shop and a restaurant inside the park, but bringing a packed lunch may make your visit more convenient.

MomMom summary points

• A place where you can experience the sea, marine life, and the history of Korea's seas all at once
• Recommended for both kids and families, with a variety of hands-on spaces, wide walking paths, and photo zones that are perfect for pictures
• Reasonable admission fees and well-equipped parking and amenities

"Jinhae Marine Park is a wonderful place for an exciting sea adventure with your kids. If you want to make happy family memories, this is definitely a place worth visiting."