N Seoul Tower

Monday–Friday

10:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Last entry at 10:00 p.m.

Saturday, Sunday, Holidays

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Last entry at 10:30 p.m.

Standard Observatory Ticket

$18.68 → $11.60 (save $7.08)

Immediate access, valid until May 2, 2026; ticket pick-up required.

Combo: Observatory + Namsan Cable Car (round-trip)

$29.46 → from $23.52 (save $5.94)

Includes round-trip cable car, immediate access, non-refundable, and ticket pick-up outside attraction.

Combo: Observatory + Nanta Show (Myeongdong Theater)

$54.60 → from $34.36 (save $20.24)

Observatory access + live performance ticket, immediate access, non-refundable.

Cable Car

Namsan Cable Car Station (near Myeongdong). Runs every ~15 minutes.

5–7 mins

$9 one-way / $11 round-trip

Shuttle Bus

From Chungmuro Station (Lines 3 & 4) or Myeongdong Station (Line 4, Exit 1). Namsan Shuttle is available for free or for a fee (number 01A/01B).

10–15 mins

Free

Walking/Outdoor Escalator

Walk through Namsan Park (30–60 mins). Or take Namsan Oreumi Elevator near Myeongdong Exit 4 (2 mins, free) to reach the cable car station.

2–60 mins

Free

Taxi

Straight to Namsan Base (no automobiles allowed up the mountain). It costs about $6–7 from central Seoul.

10–20 mins

~$6–7

N Lobby

Ground Floor

Entrance, information desk, museum, café, children’s theatre, nursing room

10–15 min

N Plaza (1F–2F)

First & Second Floor

Ticketing counters, souvenir shops, cafés, Italian restaurant, and a roof terrace with “Locks of Love”

15–20 min

Weekdays

4:00–7:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Weekends

2:00–9:00 p.m.

1:00–3:00 p.m. or after 9:00 p.m.

Public Holidays

10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Early morning (10:00–11:30 a.m.)

Spring

10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Moderate

Summer

10:00–11:30 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m.

High

Autumn

3:00–5:00 p.m.

Moderate

Winter

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Low

Observation Decks

3F–5F

30–45 min

Locks of Love Terrace

N Plaza Roof Terrace

15–20 min

Hancook Korean Restaurant

3F

45–60 min

Revolving French Restaurant

7F

60–75 min

Namsan Park Walking Trails

Surrounding Tower

30–60 min

Namsan Oreumi Elevator

Base of Myeongdong Station

2–5 min

Rooftop Terraces

N Plaza Roof & Tower Upper Decks

20–30 min

Subway + Shuttle Bus

Myeongdong Station (Line 4, Exit 3/4)

Take Namsan Shuttle Bus No. 02, 03, or 05 to N Seoul Tower entrance

$1

10–15 min

Subway + Cable Car

Myeongdong Station (Line 4, Exit 3/4)

Walk 10 min to Namsan Cable Car station; enjoy scenic ride to tower

$9 one-way / $11 round-trip

15–20 min

Walking

Myeongdong Station (Line 4, Exit 4)

Scenic walk through Namsan Park or use Namsan Oreumi outdoor elevator (free)

Free

30–60 min

Taxi

Central Seoul

Direct ride to tower base; parking not allowed at summit

$6–7

15–20 min

Avoid peak hours

Morning visits (10:00–12:00) on weekdays or late evening (after 9:00 p.m.) on weekends are quieter.

Use online tickets

Booking the observatory or combo tickets online saves time and sometimes money.

Combine transport modes

Walking one way and taking the cable car or shuttle bus back gives a full scenic experience.

Check weather

On foggy or rainy days, visibility from the observation deck is limited. Check weather forecasts before visiting.

Hancook Korean Restaurant

3F

Traditional Korean dishes, panoramic views

45–60 min

Revolving French Restaurant

7F

Fine dining with rotating full-city panorama (48 min per rotation)

60–75 min

Cafés & Snack Shops

1F–2F

Coffee, tea, light snacks, desserts

15–20 min

Observation Decks

3F–5F

360° panoramic views, telescopes, photo spots

30–45 min

Locks of Love Terrace

Roof Terrace, N Plaza

Couples attach love locks, iconic photo spot

15–20 min

Digital Observatory

3F

Interactive displays, historical info, city panoramas

20–30 min

Buy Tickets in Advance

Online booking for observatory or combo tickets saves time and often money, especially during weekends or holidays.

Check Opening Hours

Weekdays: 10:00 a.m.–10:30 p.m.; Weekends & Holidays: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; last entry 30 min before closing.

Visit During Off-Peak Hours

Morning visits (10:00–12:00) on weekdays or late evening (after 9:00 p.m.) on weekends are quieter.

Combine Transport Modes

Walk part of the way and take the cable car or shuttle bus back to enjoy different views of the mountain and city.

Capture Photos at Sunset or Night

Sunset and nighttime visits provide the best city skyline photos but can be crowded.

Try Combo Packages

Observatory + Cable Car or Observatory + Nanta Show offers better value and saves time.

Stay Hydrated & Snack Ready

Cafés are available, but lines may be long during peak times.