At 554.5 metres, Lotte World is the tallest building in Seoul and the 6th tallest in the world. It even exceeds the combined height of Namsan Hill and N Seoul Tower standing on top of it.
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Lotte World Tower is part of a huge shopping mall, and the observation deck on the 120th to 123rd floors is one of the most popular tourist spots in Seoul.
The height of the tower and the viewpoint
Completed in 2016, Lotte World Tower is the tallest building in South Korea and the 6th tallest in the world at 554.5 meters. Lotte World hosts a shopping mall, offices, luxury apartments, hotel, restaurants 3 observation floors of Seoul Sky.
The main observation deck is located at 497 meters, the 3rd highest in the world for an observation deck.
You will enjoy a 360 degree view mostly indoor glass. There are two outdoor galleries on the top 123rd floor (open only from April to October), but these are also obstructed by thick glass.
Two fast lifts take you to the observation deck in about 2 minutes.
At busy times around sunset and throughout the day on weekends, expect a queue for the lift of around 30 to 40 minutes and a very crowded viewing area where it will be a serious problem to make your way to the glass for at least a few photos.
Sky Bridge Tour
Isn't just looking through the glass enough for you? Climb the staircase up to 541 metres and walk (with security and a guide) along the narrow walkway to the very top of the skyscraper, where only the technical facilities are located.
The Sky Bridge is open from April to the end of November and reservations are required at least 14 days in advance on the official website: seoulsky.lotteworld.com.
There are only 10 places for each tour, which are only 4 from Monday to Thursday and 8 on Fridays and weekends.
Entrance fees and opening hours
Seoul Sky View is open every day. Sunday to Thursday from 10:30am to 10:00pm, Friday and Saturday until 11:00pm. Last entry is one hour before closing time.
Ticket price is 31 000 krw for adults over 13, or 27 000 krw for children.
Sky Bridge Tour pricing is set at 120 000 krw.
Official website: seoulsky.lotteworld.com
Better view from Lotte World or N Seoul Tower?
These two towers are two of Seoul's most famous landmarks and popular sightseeing spots. Which one is better? Subjectively, we have to say that we liked the view from the top of Namsan, where N Seoul Tower stands, better. Downtown Seoul is closer from here, the observatory on the tower is more spacious and not as crowded. Last but not least, N Seoul Tower has a significantly cheaper entrance fee.
In addition, there are some very nice views on Namsan Hill without having to go up the tower at all.
In contrast, Lotte World Tower has the advantage of easier accessibility and a nicer view of the river. However, the places with the best views of the river tend to be literally packed with crowds.
The popular attraction, the glowing N Seoul Tower, is virtually invisible from Lotte World. It's so far away that you need a camera with a good telephoto lens to capture the glowing Namsan Tower.
Accommodation at Lotte World
If you don't need to live in the city centre, but like being close to entertainment, shopping and the modern city, the area around Lotte World is perfect for you. You'll find both luxury and casual hotels here:
- Jamsil Delight Hotel *** - Modern classic 3* hotels offer great rates from 55 eur per night
- Lake Hotel *** - a regular modern hotel with spacious rooms and views of an artificial lake with an amusement park, prices from 62 eur per night
- Lotte Hotel World ***** - a luxury 5* hotel is directly connected to the business centre and metro station and offers good value for money with prices from 183 eur per night
- Signiel Seoul ***** - this luxury hotel is located directly in the tower between the 76th and 101st floor, offering divine views. Rates start at 440 eur per night.
Transportation at Lotte World Tower
The skyscraper stands in the eastern part of Seoul near the Olympic complex and is well connected to public transport. The Jamsil subway station is located directly below the mall, and clear signage will take you to the ticket offices for the observation deck in under 5 minutes.
- Metro - Jamsil station Green line 2 and Pink line 8
- Buses - lines 30-3, 30-5, 35, 302, 303, 320, 341, 2311, 2412, 3216, 3313, 3315, 3411, 3414, 4319
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