Viewable from almost
anywhere in Seoul, Seoul Tower serves as an excellent landmark. Built on
a 262 meter peak in Namsan Park, the tower reaches to 480 meters above sea
level. When the weather and pollution levels cooperate, visiting the observation
tower (370 meters above sea level) allows you to view the entire city and
surrounding areas. Because of the vistas, many people enjoy climbing up
here for early morning exercise or for a romantic stroll after dark.The complexe containing Seoul Tower also contains several other attractions for tourists. Several exhibit halls display pictures of old Seoul, local birds, and towers from other countries. Fairy Land has several exhibits with Disneyland-like robots depicting famous fairy tales and children's stories. The Global Village Folk Museum display products and handicrafts from around the world. the World Musical & Animal Land has life-sized robots similar to Fairy Land, depicting animals from around the world in a musical band.
Hours: 9:30-23:30 (9:30-22:30, Nov.-Feb.)
(Senoirs enter for free; discount prices are for groups of 30+.)
Food and Drink:
Restaurants at both ends of the cable car offer Korean food. You can also buy snacks and drinks around Seoul Tower.