Namsan Park

Mount Namsan, the mountain that stands sentinel in the centre of Seoul, is a popular recreational feature in the city. A cable car, and stairway, takes visitors to the summit, where there are several attractions to enjoy, including the Maritime Aquarium, botanical gardens, fountains and the Seoul Tower, which, rising 1,575ft (480m), offers a fantastic view of the city and surrounds. The revolving restaurant on top of the tower is particularly popular for dinner because of the breathtaking view it affords of Seoul by night.

Address: 100-177 Hoehyun-dong 1-ga Jung-gu
Transport: A 10-minute walk in the direction of Lila Elementary School from Myeong-dong Station on Seoul Subway Line 4 (Exit 2 or 3)
Opening time: Namsan Park is open 24 hours every day. The cable car operates daily: 10am to 10pm daily (closing at 9pm from March to October). Seoul Tower: 9.30am to 11.30pm (March to October), 9am to 10.30pm (November to February)
Admission: Cable car: 6,300 won return (adults), 4,000 won (children under 13)