Lotte World Tower & Mall
300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, South Korea
The tallest building in South Korea, the Lotte World Tower stands a soaring 1,821 feet (555 meters), and houses an observatory, a hotel, offices, and even an art museum. You’ll also find the massive Lotte World Mall complex, where you can shop to your heart’s content, visit the aquarium, or catch a show at the music hall or cinema.
The Basics
Traditional Korean ceramics and calligraphy inspired the design of the 223-story Lotte World Tower. At the base sits the 10-story Lotte World Mall; if shopping isn’t your thing, don’t miss a performance in the vineyard-style concert hall or a film in one of Asia’s largest theaters. The luxury Signiel Seoul hotel occupies floors 76 to 101. And for the best views of the city, grab your camera and head up to the Seoul Sky observatory.
Some travelers stop by the Lotte World Tower & Mall as part of a flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour. Or, opt for a guided tour, including round-trip transfer from your hotel, for a hassle-free sightseeing experience.
Things to Know Before You Go
Lotte World Tower is a must for first-time visitors to Seoul, especially architecture enthusiasts.
The Seoul Sky observatory is wheelchair-accessible.
The tower’s high-speed elevators take only a minute to reach the top floor.
How to Get There
Located in the Songpa-gu neighborhood, Lotte World Tower & Mall is easily reached by public transit. Take subway line 2 or 8 to Jamsil Station (exit 2 or 11). A number of buses—including the green bus, blue bus, express bus, and airport bus—also stop nearby.
When to Get There
If you plan to visit the Seoul Sky observatory, go to the tower on a clear day for the best views. Or, get up there just before sunset and stay for the nighttime views. Lotte World Mall is open daily, though different venues have different operating hours.
Lotte World Adventure
Near the tower, Lotte World Adventure is one of the biggest indoor amusement parks in the world. Divided into different districts based on countries, the park features a full assortment of rides, parades, and other entertainment for visitors of all ages. You’ll also find an on-site folk museum.
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