Aqua Planet 63, Seoul

#94 among attractions in Seoul

Zoo, Aquarium, Park

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Facts and practical information

Hanwha Aqua Planet 63 is an aquarium that opened in 1985 in the 63 Building, Yeouido, Seoul, South Korea. It was the first public aquarium in the country. The 63 Building was the tallest building in Korea when it was built, and is still an iconic building in Seoul. The aquarium hosts about 1,000,000 visitors each year. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1985 (39 years ago)Visitors per year: 1 mil.Animals: 20 thous.Species: 400Elevation: 102 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°31'11"N, 126°56'24"E

Address

60 Yeoeuido-dong영등포구 (여의도동)Seoul 150-010 South Korea

Contact

+82 2-789-5905

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Day trips

Aqua Planet 63 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market, 63 Building, Yoido Full Gospel Church, Saenamteo.

~1700 ftS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market, Seoul
9 min walk • The Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market is a bustling hub of marine commerce and a quintessential cultural experience in Seoul, South Korea. Established in 1927 and relocated to its current location in 1971, this extensive market is a 24-hour operation known for its...
~40 ftN
Landmark skyscraper and entertainment area
63 Building, Seoul
1 min walk • The 63 Building, officially named 63 Square, is a landmark skyscraper in the bustling city of Seoul, South Korea. It stands out not only for its impressive height but also as a multifunctional cultural and business center.
1.2 miNW
Church
Yoido Full Gospel Church, Seoul
31 min walk • Yoido Full Gospel Church is a Pentecostal church affiliated with the Assemblies of God on Yeouido in Seoul, South Korea. With about 480,000 members, it is the largest Pentecostal Christian congregation in South Korea. Founded by David Yonggi Cho and Choi Ja-shil in 1958, the church is presently led by Young Hoon Lee.
1 miE
Church
Saenamteo, Seoul
26 min walk • Saenamteo is a location on the north bank of the Han River in Seoul, South Korea. During the Joseon Dynasty it was a sandy area outside the city walls. that was used punishment of political prisoners, including Roman Catholic believers, priests, and missionaries among the Korean Martyrs.
1 miE
Bridge
Hangang Bridge, Seoul
27 min walk • The Hangang Bridge, literally Han River bridge, crosses the Han River in Seoul, South Korea. It connects the districts of Yongsan-gu to the north and Dongjak-gu to the south, and crosses over the artificial island of Nodeulseom.
0.8 miNW
Skyscraper
Parc1 Tower, Seoul
21 min walk • The Parc 1 Tower is a supertall skyscraper in Seoul, South Korea. It stands 333 m and contain 69 floors. Construction stopped in 2011 but resumed in early 2017.
0.7 miE
Bridge
Hangang Railway Bridge, Seoul
17 min walk • The Hangang Railway Bridge crosses the Han River in Seoul, South Korea and connects Noryangjin Station and Yongsan Station.
1 miN
Bridge
Mapo Bridge, Seoul
26 min walk • The Mapo Bridge crosses the Han River in South Korea and connects the Mapo District and the Yeongdeungpo District in the city of Seoul. The bridge was completed in 1970. Until 1984, the bridge was called Seoul Bridge.
0.6 miNE
Bridge
Wonhyo Bridge, Seoul
16 min walk • The Wonhyo Bridge crosses the Han River in South Korea and connects the districts of Yongsan-gu and Yeongdeungpo-gu. The bridge was completed in 1981. It was the 13th to be built on the Han River.
0.8 miNW
Island, Area
Yeouido, Seoul
20 min walk • Yeouido is a large island on the Han River in Seoul, South Korea. It is Seoul's main finance and investment banking district. Its 8.4 square kilometers are home to some 30,988 people. The island is located in the Yeongdeungpo-gu district of Seoul, and largely corresponds to the precinct of Yeouido-dong.
1.3 miNE
Skyscraper
Dream Tower, Seoul
33 min walk • Dream Tower is a 665 m vision megatall skyscraper proposed for the new Yongsan International Business District, Seoul, South Korea. It would replace the original Triple One Tower. The Triple One Tower was supposed to be 620 meters. However, it has been renamed Dream tower, and has been redesigned.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Aqua Planet 63?

Nearby attractions include 63 Building, Seoul (1 min walk), Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market, Seoul (9 min walk), Dongjak District, Seoul (14 min walk), Wonhyo Bridge, Seoul (16 min walk).

How to get to Aqua Planet 63 by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aqua Planet 63:

Bus

63 Building • Lines: 7007-1 (4 min walk)
Jinju Apt. • Lines: 7007-1 (11 min walk)

Metro

Noryangjin • Lines: 1, 9 (11 min walk)
여의나루 • Lines: 5 (17 min walk)