Namsan cable car, Seoul

Name: Namsan cable car
Address: Seoul, South Korea

#71 among attractions in Seoul

Aerial tramway

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Facts and practical information

Namsan cable car is an aerial tramway in Seoul. Built in 1962, it spans from the Hoehyeon-dong platform to the Yejang-dong platform near the top of Mt. Namsan and the N Seoul Tower. It is the first commercial cable car service for passengers in Korea. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°33'9"N, 126°59'18"E

Address

중구 (필동)Seoul South Korea

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Day trips

Namsan cable car – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Namsangol Hanok Village, N Seoul Tower, Namdaemun Market, Namsan.

0.6 miNE
Tours of houses built in Joseon Dynasty
Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul
15 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Seoul, South Korea, lies an oasis of tranquility and traditional charm: the Namsangol Hanok Village. This picturesque park is a living museum, offering a glimpse into the Korea of yesteryear with its collection of beautifully...
~430 ftS
Tower with city views and a restaurant
N Seoul Tower, Seoul
3 min walk • Rising above the urban landscape of Seoul, the N Seoul Tower, also known as Namsan Seoul Tower, stands as a modern cultural icon of South Korea's bustling capital. Perched atop Namsan Mountain in central Seoul, this communication and observation tower reaches a height...
0.8 miNW
Sprawling traditional marketplace
Namdaemun Market, Seoul
21 min walk • Namdaemun Market, located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, is a bustling hub of commerce and culture that has been a staple of the city's vibrant landscape for centuries. Established in 1414 during the Joseon Dynasty, it is the oldest and largest traditional market...
~1270 ftSE
Park
Namsan, Seoul
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, Namsan is an iconic park that offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. Known for its lush greenery and panoramic views of Seoul, Namsan is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.
0.4 miN
Nightlife, Cinema, Specialty museum
Seoul Animation Center, Seoul
11 min walk • The Seoul Animation Center is an animation and cartoon museum and activities center located on the hillside of Namsan in Jung-gu, Seoul. It was established by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in May 1999 to support the South Korean comics and animation industry and later expanded to include games and characters.
0.8 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Bank of Korea Money Museum, Seoul
21 min walk • Bank of Korea Money Museum, is an economics and numismatics museum in Seoul founded by the Bank of Korea in 2001. Its address is 39, Namdaemunno, Jung-gu, Seoul.
0.7 miN
Gothic-style, 19th-century cathedral
Myeongdong Cathedral, Seoul
19 min walk • The Cathedral Church of Virgin Mary of the Immaculate Conception, informally known as Myeongdong Cathedral, is the national cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul.
0.6 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
National Theater of Korea, Seoul
17 min walk • The National Theater of Korea is a national theatre located in the neighborhood of Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, South Korea. It is the first nationally managed theater in Asia.
0.5 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Namsan Traditional Theater, Seoul
13 min walk • Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater is located in central Seoul. There audiences can experience traditional Korean culture in contrast to contemporary Seoul.
0.4 miW
Museum, History museum
Global Village Folk Museum, Seoul
12 min walk • Global Village Folk Museum was a museum in Seoul, South Korea. It is located near Mt. Namsan.
0.8 miN
Church
Young Nak Presbyterian Church, Seoul
20 min walk • Youngnak Presbyterian Church was founded in Seoul on 2 December 1945 by 1992 Templeton Prize recipient, Kyung-Chik Han. Inaugurated by twenty-seven refugees from Soviet-occupied Korea, Youngnak steadily increased in membership as more refugees sought religious freedom below the 38th parallel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Namsan cable car?

Nearby attractions include N Seoul Tower, Seoul (3 min walk), Namsan, Seoul (7 min walk), Pil-dong, Seoul (7 min walk), Namsan Public Library, Seoul (10 min walk).

How to get to Namsan cable car by public transport?

The nearest stations to Namsan cable car:

Bus

남산서울타워 • Lines: 02 (5 min walk)
Myeongdong Entrance • Lines: 507 (15 min walk)

Metro

Myeong-dong • Lines: 4 (16 min walk)
Chungmuro • Lines: 3, 4 (18 min walk)

Train

Seoul (25 min walk)