Korean Folk Village Haunted Houses: Hyeolan Sigwi (혈안식귀) & Salguiok (살귀옥) Complete Guide

 

👻 Experience Horror Nights at the Haunted Prison & Haunted Den


Korean Folk Village night scene with haunted house glowing red lights
🌙 When night falls, Korean Folk Village transforms into a chilling horror stage — glowing red lights, eerie silence, and ghosts waiting in the shadows 😱


Hello~ I’m Hangeulia ^-^

Every year from April to November, Korean Folk Village (한국민속촌) transforms after dark into one of Korea’s most spine-chilling attractions. Two haunted houses headline the season: Hyeolan Sigwi (혈안식귀, Haunted Den) and Salguiok (살귀옥, Prison of Killer Ghosts). Here’s everything you need to know — schedules, ticketing, safety tips, plus a touch of spooky storytelling to set the mood ^^



😈 General Info

  • Dates: Mid-April to early November (Fri–Sun & holidays only).
    * 2025 example: April 19 – November 9.
  • Hours: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed 4:00–5:00 PM for reset).
  • Price: Hyeolan Sigwi 8,000 KRW / Salguiok 13,000 KRW (not included in general admission).
  • Age: 13+ (under 13 allowed only with a guardian).
  • *Dates, hours, and prices may change — always double-check the official Korean Folk Village website before your visit.


😈 Hyeolan Sigwi (혈안식귀) — Haunted Den


Story Snapshot

Entrance decorations at Hyeolan Sigwi Haunted Den in Korean Folk Village — spooky props with ghost figures, skulls, and hanging fabric
Entrance of Hyeolan Sigwi (혈안식귀) Haunted Den at Korean Folk Village — filled with spooky props and decorations for the horror experience 👻

The name Hyeolan Sigwi means “Blood-Eyed Spirits” — ghosts with red, crazed eyes, driven by hunger to devour anything, even humans. In this experience, you and a small team (4–6 people) become investigators sent into the Den to complete missions. It’s pitch dark, with only dim infrared flashlights to guide you. Actors leap out without warning, shrines echo with ghostly chants, and the walls feel like they’re closing in as hungry spirits hunt for prey. This one is considered three times scarier than Salguiok — some adults even run out midway! 😱


💛 Tip: If you’re easily scared, don’t walk at the very back of the group… the ghosts love to chase from behind. 👻ㅎㅎ



😈 Salguiok (살귀옥) — Prison of Killer Ghosts


Story Snapshot

Salgui means “killer ghost,” and ok means prison — so Salguiok is literally a “Prison of Killer Ghosts.” Here, you and your team (4–5 people) step into the role of exorcists, navigating a maze-like outdoor lair filled with deadly spirits. Compared to Hyeolan Sigwi, it’s a little less terrifying and more story-driven, but still packed with jump scares.


💛 Tip: Want extra chills? Book a late-night slot after 8:30 PM in summer, when the sun has fully set. The darkness changes everything. If you’re brave, walk at the back of the group for maximum scares! 👀



😈 How to Get Tickets


Option 1 — Online via Yanolja App

  1. Open the Yanolja app → search for “혈안식귀 (Hyeolan Sigwi)” or “살귀옥 (Salguiok).”
  2. Select your date & time → complete payment → receive confirmation message.
  3. Get your QR mobile ticket.
  4. Enter the Folk Village with your general admission ticket first.
  5. Arrive 10 minutes early, scan your QR, and line up.

    💛    Tip:     For Hyeolan Sigwi, online booking is safer — it sells out quickly, and since it’s indoors, the time of day doesn’t matter much.

Option 2 — On-Site Ticket Kiosk

Map of Korean Folk Village showing Salguiok Haunted Prison, Hyeolan Sigwi Haunted House, and the Ticket Kiosk location
Official map of Korean Folk Village with key horror attractions marked: Salguiok Haunted Prison, Hyeolan Sigwi Haunted House, and the Ticket Kiosk for tickets. 😉

  1. Inside the Folk Village, head to the self-service ticket kiosk next to Zone 54, directly opposite Zone 56.
  2. Use the kiosk → select Hyeolan Sigwi or Salguiok → choose your time slot → pay.
  3. Collect your paper ticket.
  4. Show your ticket at the haunted house entrance.

    💛    Tip:     For Salguiok, on-site booking is best. Online slots only go up to early evening, but since Salguiok is outdoors, it’s far scarier after dark. When choosing your time at the kiosk, scroll down to grab those late-night slots!


😈 Rules & Warnings

  • 13+ only (under 13 with guardian).
  • No entry for elderly visitors, pregnant women, heart patients, or anyone under the influence.
  • No photos or videos inside (CCTV is active).
  • No running, pushing, or touching the actors.
  • Raise your arms in "X" if you want to exit early. 🙅
  • Sneakers required (no heels or slippers, especially for Salguiok outdoors).
  • No outside food or drink.
  • Some parts of the experience include graphic and unsettling effects (goer, horror details). Viewer discretion advised.
  • Always follow staff instructions. (If you fail to complete the mission in time, staff will guide you out safely.)
  • Tickets are non-refundable, even if you exit early.


😈 Before You Go

  • 🎟 You’ll need both a general admission ticket and a separate horror ticket.
  • 👟 Wear comfy shoes — paths are dark and uneven.
  • 🎒 Bring only small bags; lockers are near the entrance.
  • ⏰ Arrive 10–15 minutes before your reserved time.
  • 🥵 Summer: bring a portable fan. 🍂 Fall: bring a light jacket.


😈 Closing Thoughts

Hyeolan Sigwi and Salguiok aren’t your average haunted houses. They mix Korean folklore, immersive sets, and live-actor scares into a horror adventure you’ll remember long after leaving. Whether you pre-book on Yanolja or queue up at Zone 54, the moment the prison doors slam shut, you’re in their world. Step carefully, keep your courage high, and remember — at Korean Folk Village, the ghosts feel just a little too real ^^


With love,
Hangeulia 😊




❤ Official Info

The details in this post were cross-checked against the official 👉 Korean Folk Village website
For the latest updates on schedules, tickets, and seasonal events, please check their site before your visit!






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