Songdo Turtle Island

About

A sea walkway from Songdo Beach to Geobuk Island, with a glass-floor section, sculptures and views toward Daemado on clear days.

The glass-floor section of Songdo Geobukseom’s sea walkway changes the mood after dark: lights shine through the deck while the water moves below. The route runs from Songdo Beach out over the sea to the small island, so the walk itself is the main event. By day, look back at the beach and across the water; on a clear day, Daemado is visible on the horizon. After sunset, city lights and the walkway’s lighting make it a popular stop for couples and photographers. On the island, turtle-shaped sculptures nod to its name, alongside statues of a mermaid and a fisherman. A bridge links the island to Yongung Bridge, and the local tale behind the statues tells of a fisherman and a dragon princess turned into a turtle rock. There is no elaborate itinerary here: stroll out, pause for views and photos, then return the way you came. The path also works as a walk before or after a meal near the beach. Morning brings joggers and walkers; evenings can add busking and more people taking pictures. Admission is free, but published opening times differ: some visitor accounts say the walkway opens around 08:00, others 06:00, and both give a closing time of 23:00. Check locally before making a very early start, and don’t expect access late at night. Parking is limited, so arriving on foot from the beach area is the simpler plan if you are already nearby. Wind can be strong on the bridge; secure hats and loose belongings, and keep phones and wallets away from gaps in the deck. Families, couples and anyone after a scenic seaside stroll will find enough to enjoy. If you want more than a walk and a photo stop, it may feel short and somewhat artificial.

Opening hours

Cloud walkway open about 08:00 to 23:00 per one blog post; other reviews say 06:00 to 23:00