Seoul Tower, Where You Can Look Down on the City of Seoul
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Seoul Tower, nicknamed Korea¡¯s Eiffel Tower, can be seen from anywhere in Seoul on a clear day. It is the third tallest tower in the world, as it extends 480 meters above sea level.
Because of the presence of luxurious hotels around Namsan, Seoul Tower has become a main attraction for tourists. As you go up to the observatory, the whole city of Seoul can be viewed, and you can dine at a restaurant located on the second observatory floor, which slowly turns a complete 360 degrees.
Particularly, many lovers come to visit Seoul Tower to see the beautiful night cityscape. There is also the World Folk Museum, which exhibits international heritages and the World Musical Animal Land, where you can see robots and animal toys.
Tel 02-772-1622
Opening hours
Summer (March ~ October) : 9:30~23:30, Winter (November ~ February) : 9:30~22:30 (No holidays)
Admission fee of Observatory
Individual Adult - 2,000won, Youth 1.200won, Children 1,100won
Group Adult - 1,600won, Youth 960won, Children 880won
Comprehensive Tickets - Adult 7,000won, Youth 5,600won, Children 5,000won
How to get there
* Bus : Seoul Station, in front of Sejong Cultural Center line number 83-1, 79. Get off at Namsan Library, and a 15 minute walk to Seoul Tower
* Subway : Get off at Myeongdong Station line number 4 (Exit: Pacific Hotel) Take Namsan cable car from there.
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