1. Location (based on Seoul map)
- Address: 513 Yeongdong-daero, B1 Starfield COEX Mall, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Area: Samseong-dong, Gangnam District
- Map context: Situated in the southern wing of COEX Mall, adjacent to Exit 5–6 of Samseong Station.
2. Getting There
a) From Incheon Airport
- Airport Limousine #6006 → COEX Stop (≈ 70 min)
- AREX → Hongik Univ (Line 2) → Samseong Station (≈ 1 h 40 min)
b) From Seoul Station - Subway Line 4 → transfer to Line 2 → Samseong Station (≈ 35 min)
- Taxi ≈ 11 km / 20 min / ₩15,000–18,000
3. History & Opening Date
- Opened in 2000 as part of the COEX Complex, operated by Merlin Entertainments Group (UK).
- Houses over 40 exhibition zones and 650 marine species.
- Underwent major upgrades in 2015 and 2020 to enhance visitor experience and conservation education.
4. Official Introduction Page (for foreign visitors)
5. Nearby Attractions (within ~20 minutes)
- Starfield Library
- Bongeunsa Temple
- Samseong Station Shopping Street
- COEX Intercontinental Hotel Sky Lounge
- Apgujeong Rodeo Street (≈ 15 min drive)
