Namsan Seoul Tower was first established as a broadcast tower to send out TV and radio signals in 1969.
The top of the tower is at 479.7m above sea level with Namsan Mountain at 243m and the tower’s own height at 236.7m, making it one of the tallest towers in the East.
The view of the tower is amazing beautiful in different season. On nightfall, N Seoul Tower lights up in different colour to show the air quality that can be viewed from afar by the public.
Opening Time
- Observatory – 10:00-23:00 (Sun-Fri), 10:00-24:00 (Sat), Last admission 30 mins before closing.
- Hello Kitty Island – 10:00-23:00, Last admission: 22:00
- Ryan CHEEZZZBALL Adventure – 10:00-22:00, Last admission: 22:00
- Game Plaza Arcade – 10:00-22:00
- Korea Local 360º VR Tour – 11:00-19:30 (closed every Mon & Tue)
- Hanbok Culture Experience Center – 10:00-19:00, Last admission: 18:00
Entrance
- Observatory (for 360 degree panoramic view of Seoul) – Adult: 11,000 won / Child: 9,000 won
- Hello Kitty Island – Adult: 8,000 won / Child: 7,200 won
- Korea Local 360º VR Tour – Free
Multiple travel options available:
- Namsan Shuttle Bus, Cable Car or Walk. Explore a different path on every visit.
Note: Taxi is prohibited from entering the park for environment protection.
I. Getting to Namsan Cable Car Station
1) Free Namsan Shuttle Bus Service (5 mins)
From Myeongdong Station (line 4, exit 1), take the half-hourly Shuttle Bus Service (operating hours 12:00 – 20:30) with “Namsan Cable Car” sign to Namsan Cable Car Station.’
(or)
2.) take a taxi (4 mins from Myeongdong Station, exit 1-4)
Namsan Cable Car Station 남산 케이블카
서울특별시 중구 소파로 83 | 83, Sopa-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 10:00-23:00
(or)
3.) walk uphill (10-15 mins)
From Myeongdong Station (line 4, exit 3), walk towards the left of 7-11 convenience store,
go straight and walk towards the right of Pacific Hotel and walk uphill.
Walk up the stairs to Namsan Cable Car Station.
(or)
4.) via Free Namsan Oreumi Elevator (2 mins)
From Myeongdong Station (line 4, exit 4), you will see McDonald’s in front.
Walk straight 300m and turn left at the main junction (with Shinsagae Department Store diagonally-right).
Go straight and you will see the Namsan Oreumi Elevator about 300m ahead. (10 mins walk.)
Take the outdoor inclined elevator (free, 9:00-23:00, closed on Mondays 9:00-14:00 for maintenance)
straight to Namsan Cable Car Station ( 2 mins.)
II. Take Namsan Cable Car Ride to N Seoul Tower
At Namsan Cable Car Station, take the cable car to Namsan Seoul Tower and enjoy the best view of Seoul.
- Adult (1-way/return) – 7,000 won / 9,500 won
- Child age 3-12 & Senior above age 65 (1-way/return) – 4,500 won / 6,500 won
- You can book here to save about ₱170.
- N Seoul Tower ticket costs ₩10,000 (₱490).
- The Cable Car costs ₩8,500 (₱420) for a round-trip ride
Getting to Namsan Seoul Tower by Shuttle Bus
- No. 02, 03 and 05
- 1,200 won cash / 1,100 won transportation card (T-Money/cashbee)
- The shuttle bus service operates on a loop course from N Seoul Tower.
- The whole loop can be 10-50 mins long depending on the bus no. taken. For shorter journey, it is best to board/alight towards the end/beginning of the bus routes respectively.
Attractions
It is the iconic filming location for many popular Korean dramas (e.g. A Korean Odyssey, My Love From The Star, Boys Over Flowers) and TV shows (e.g. Running Man).
Fantastic day and night views, its various dining options, adventure theme parks, game arcade, observatory with 360-degree panoramic view of Seoul, photo-taking hot spots, scenic hiking trails and more.
Popular Love Locks at N Seoul Tower
One of the most well-known attractions at Namsan Tower is probably the love locks. You can find love locks in all shapes and colors hanging at every outdoor railings at N Seoul Tower. The gift shops at Seoul Tower also sell many interesting looking locks.
N Seoul Tower is Seoul’s most iconic landmark that has been featured in tons of our most loved Korean dramas. This was where Gu Jun-Pyo and Geum Jan Di of Boys Over Flowers went on a date.
Don’t forget to install love locks to officially seal your ‘forever’.
It is communication and observation tower located on Namsan Mountain in central Seoul, South Korea. The 236-meter (774 ft)-tall tower marks the second highest point in Seoul.
Built in 1969, the N Seoul Tower is South Korea’s first general radio wave tower, providing TV and radio broadcasting in Seoul. Currently, the tower broadcasts signals for Korean media outlets, such as KBS, MBC, and SBS.
N Seoul Tower information can be found here
Seoul Tower information can also be found here
Park information can be found here
