Have you ever done a treasure hunt at Seoul Forest?
Even if it's not a real treasure, that excitement of wandering around a huge park and searching for something—I'm sure everyone has experienced that at least once in their childhood.
But, that's actually happening now, right in the middle of Seoul.
And for 6 months, with the entirety of Seoul Forest as the stage.
A smart treasure hunt starting at the 2026 Seoul International Garden Expo!
The entire 710,000㎡ area of Seoul Forest becomes a treasure hunt map.
The name is
Garden Hunters
Garden Hunters is an experiential treasure hunt program that takes place throughout the Seoul Forest area for a full 180 days, from May 6th to October 27th, 2026.
As an official program of the 2026 Seoul International Garden Expo, it is a content where you search for 'magic seeds' hidden all over Seoul Forest with just your smartphone.
App installation? Not necessary. Scan the on-site QR code and start immediately!
https://2026-garden-hunters.realworld.to/
Find the magic seeds hidden by Haechi!
Garden Hunters has a cute backstory.
Seoul's guardian deity, Haechi, has secretly hidden secret treasures collected from long ago—magic seeds that turn into a wonderful garden just by planting them—all throughout Seoul Forest.
"Where they're hidden is a secret! I'll give you clues bit by bit.
I've also prepared a special gift for the real hunters who find all the seeds!"
As you explore all parts of the garden following Haechi's guidance, you'll naturally get so absorbed that you won't be able to tell if you came to see the garden expo or for a treasure hunt.
It's content that makes even adults surprisingly serious, not just children.
How to Play — It’s super easy!
STEP 1. Scan the QR code on site to start immediately! No app installation required.
STEP 2. Look at the map and find hidden treasure points throughout Seoul Forest.
STEP 3. Complete various mini-games and obtain magic seeds!
STEP 4. Achieve the target number to receive your reward!
All you need is your smartphone and comfortable shoes. Since Seoul Forest is large, it’s also good to bring an extra battery.
You can come alone, as a family, or as a couple.
Anyone can participate without age restrictions.
Now for the core detail!
What is a treasure hunt without rewards?
You cannot miss these!
Garden Hunters quests operate in two locations: Seoul Forest and PUBG Seongsu.
The rewards are also separate for each!
🌳 Seoul Forest Quest Rewards
Your Garden Hunter rank increases as you collect more seeds.
🥉 Brave Garden Hunter
Acquire 10 seeds
Receive a Garden Expo sticker + one (1) woodworking coin.
The woodworking coin is an experience ticket that can be used for the woodworking experience program within the expo. (Distributed only on May 6th)
🥇 Legendary Garden Hunter
Acquire all 15 seeds
Receive a prize drawing ticket.
A chance to win chicken, Starbucks, and gift certificates through monthly drawings!
🎮 PUBG Seongsu Quest Rewards
A treasure hunt is running simultaneously at PUBG Seongsu.
If you're a PUBG fan, you *have* to do this.
🪖 Survivor
Collect 3 seeds
Get a free drink coupon.
A chance to try a signature drink at the cafe inside PUBG Seongsu!
🍗 Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!
Collect all 5 seeds
Get a 2-hour PC bang pass.
The achievement names are actual victory messages from PUBG. When you earn them, it really feels like you won a chicken dinner!
⚠️ PUBG Seongsu rewards are limited to the first 100 people per day for each reward.
That's not all!
Additional Prize Draw!
A monthly prize draw will be held for paid participants who achieve the rank of Legendary Garden Hunter.
🍗 1st Prize — Goobne Chicken Set (Original + Cola 1.25L) 1 person
☕ 2nd Prize — Starbucks Set (2 Americanos + Castella) 3 people
🏪 3rd Prize — CU Mobile Gift Certificate 5,000 KRW 10 people
🎧 Special Draw After Event — AirPods Pro 3 1 person
For a 5,000 KRW participation fee, you can even aim for AirPods Pro 3!
If you are planning a trip to Seoul Forest, this is the course.
It runs for 180 days from May to October, so you can enjoy it whenever you go during the spring, summer, and autumn seasons.
Stroll through Seoul Forest → Check out the Garden Expo → Garden Hunters Treasure Hunt → Clear mini-games → Receive rewards → Relax at a cafe
All of this starts with one 5,000 won participation.
Highly recommended especially for families with children!!
The kids will fall in love with running around Seoul Forest, finding treasures, playing mini-games, and collecting seeds, right?
It's free on a first-come, first-served basis during the opening week!
During the opening week, from May 6th to 12th, the first 1,000 people to arrive daily can participate for free.
Since it's free, you can try it out without any burden, and if it's fun, you can keep going.
<Garden Hunters> Key Information Summary
- Operation Period: May 6, 2026 – Oct. 27, 2026 (approx. 180 days)
- Operating Hours: Daily 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
/ PUBG Seongsu is closed every Monday
- Location: Seoul Forest area (2026 Seoul International Garden Show venue) + PUBG Seongsu
- Participation Fee: 5,000 KRW (Free for the first 1,000 daily participants from May 6 to May 12)
- How to Participate: Scan on-site QR code → Access mobile web (no app installation required)
Rewards: Stickers, wooden coin, prize draw ticket, beverage coupon, PC bang coupon (for completing quests at a total of 2 locations)
Join now!
https://2026-garden-hunters.realworld.to/