Namsan Park and Seoul Tower Travel Guide

Seoul Tower and Namsan Park are the perfect combination for overlooking the cityscape and experiencing Korean-style romance. This guide will help you efficiently explore these attractions! 🚌 Transportation Guide • Subway + Cable Car: Take Subway Line 4 to Myeongdong Station Exit 3, walk 10 minutes to Namsan Cable Car Station, and take the cable car directly to Seoul Tower (round-trip ticket costs about 10,000 KRW; expect queues during night hours). • Hiking Route: Start from Hoehyeon Station Exit 5, walk towards Namsan Library for about 40 minutes. Along the forest trail, you can take photos reminiscent of Korean dramas. 🗺 Classic Route 1. Namsan Park Entrance → N Seoul Tower Station (pass by the Love Lock Wall; locks can be brought or purchased on-site) → Octagonal Pavilion (offers panoramic views of Namsan, perfect for silhouette portraits) → Seoul Tower Plaza (feed squirrels and take full-view photos of the tower). 2. Seoul Tower Observation Deck: Purchase tickets in advance on the official website (16,000 KRW for adults). Choose the "twilight time slot" to enjoy both sunset and night views. Glass floor and telescopes require additional fees. 📸 Photography Tips • Love Lock Wall: Avoid the crowded front area; take angled shots from the side to include both the chains and the tower. • Observation Deck Night View: Use long exposure to capture car trails (tripod required) or use glass reflections as foreground for city lights. • Hidden Spot: Walk 5 minutes downhill from the Octagonal Pavilion to find an unobstructed viewing platform without railings for panoramic shots. 🍱 Food Recommendations • The Place Dining: Located on the 3rd floor of Seoul Tower, this buffet restaurant costs around 60,000 KRW per person. Enjoy Korean BBQ while admiring the night view. Window seats require advance reservation. • Street Food Surprise: Near the entrance of Namsan Library, try the cheese hot dogs for 5,000 KRW each, with impressively long cheese pulls! ⚠️ Practical Tips 1. Off-Peak Strategy: Arrive before 5:00 PM to avoid peak tourist hours; night lights are fully illuminated after 7:00 PM. 2. Cultural Highlight: Inside the tower, the Teddy Bear Museum features scenes from "Winter Sonata," perfect for couples to take retro-style photos. The charm of Namsan and Seoul Tower lies in the seamless blend of Seoul's bustling city life and tranquil nature. Stroll through the forest during the day and gaze at the starry cityscape at night—this is a place where time is best spent indulging in romance and surprises.