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N Seoul Tower

Tower in Seoul, South Korea

Travel Tips

Purchase a combo ticket for the cable car and tower entry for convenience. 1

Best visited at sunset. Entry price: 16,000 won. 2

Walk through the park for fresh air and exercise. Consider the cable car for a unique approach. 3

Fee waived with advanced reservation at N Grill. Open until midnight on Saturdays. 4

Visit the bathroom for a unique view from the stalls. 5

Enjoy the love locks tradition and make a wish in the Wishing Pond. Accessible by bus, cable car, or foot. 6

Introduction

History

• 🏗️ Construction: Began in 1969, completed in 1971
• 💰 Cost: Approximately US$2.5 million
• 🎨 Design: By architects at Jangjongryul
• 🗓️ Public Opening: October 1980
• 🔄 Renaming: Changed to N Seoul Tower in 2005, 'N' stands for 'new', 'Namsan', and 'nature'
• 📡 Broadcasting: First general radio wave tower in South Korea
• 🏆 Recognition: Selected as one of the world's top 500 tourist destinations by Lonely Planet

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Floors and Amenities

• 🏢 N Lobby: Entrance to Observatory, Information Desk, Alive Museum, Cafe, Children's Theater, Nursing room
• 🎟️ Plaza P1: Ticket booth, Food Court, Light Garden, Grass Terrace, Souvenir Shop
• 🍽️ Plaza P2: Restaurant, Roof Terrace, Cafe
• 🔭 Tower T1: Korean Restaurant 'Hancook'
• 🌠 Tower T2: Analogue Observatory, The Wishing Pond, Sky Restroom, Sky Coffee, Photo Studio
• 📺 Tower T3: Digital Observatory, Shocking Edge, Digital High-powered Telescope, Gift shop
• 🍴 Tower T5: Revolving restaurant

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Main Attractions

• 🔭 Observation Decks: Four decks with 360° panoramic views
• 📺 Digital Observatory: Features 32 LCD screens showcasing Korea's history
• 🔒 Locks of Love: Popular spot for couples to hang padlocks symbolizing eternal love
• 🎨 Light Shows: Various LED light shows including 'Reeds of Light' and 'Shower of Light'
• 🎭 Hanbok Culture Experience Center: Dress in traditional attire and take photos
• 🧸 Teddy Bear Museum: Showcases teddy bears in various Seoul attractions
• 💧 Wishing Pond: Throw coins and make a wish, donations go to developing schools in China and Southeast Asia

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Lighting

• 💡 Blue Illumination: Lights up in blue when air quality is good
• 🌟 LED Technology: Offers digital, cultural art experiences through 'light art'
• 🎆 Light Shows: Includes 'Reeds of Light' and 'Shower of Light'
• 🌍 Earth Day: Lights are turned off to promote energy conservation

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Love Padlocks

• 🔒 Popular Activity: Couples hang padlocks on the fence as a symbol of eternal love
• 📍 Location: Situated on the 2nd floor of the N Plaza, at the Roof Terrace
• 📺 Media: Featured in many Korean television shows, dramas, and movies
• 🛍️ Souvenir Shop: Padlocks can be purchased if you didn't bring your own

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Dining Options

• 🍔 N Burger: American-style burgers
• 🍝 THE PLACE Dining: Italian cuisine
• 🍷 n.Grill: French fine dining
• 🍜 Cheiljemyunso: Specialty Korean noodles
• 🍱 HANCOOK: Korean buffet dining
• 🍹 N TERRACE: Premium sky lounge with cocktails and nighttime views of Seoul

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Transportation

• 🚡 Namsan Cable Car: Offers stunning views, operating hours 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• 🚌 Shuttle Bus: Three shuttle buses available, cost 1,200 won in cash or 1,100 won with a transportation card
• 🚶 Walking: Possible but trails are steep and fairly difficult
• 🚌 Seoul City Tour Bus: Provides shuttle tours with different courses, ticket prices vary

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Travel Information
📞   Phone: +82 2-3455-9277
🌐   Website: http://www.nseoultower.co.kr/
🕒   Hours: See hours
📍   Address: 105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
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