If you're planning a trip to Seoul, Jamsil is definitely one of the spots you should drop by! Jamsil Station, an interchange station for Line 2 and 8, is home to Lotte World Tower, the tallest landmark in Korea. Right next to World Tower sits Lotte World adventure, a popular theme park in Seoul. Explore all the must-see attractions and activities at Jamsil's major landmarks!
๐ Key Landmarks
Avenuel & World Tower | Lotte World Mall
Lotte Department Store | Lotte World
โ Avenuel & World Tower
โข Location: Jamsil Station Exit 1
โข Highlights:
Seoul Sky Observatory, Lotte Museum of Art, Duty-free Shops
โก Lotte World Mall
โข Location: Jamsil Station Exit 11 (connected to World Tower)
โข Highlights:
Lotte World Aquarium, Shopping Mall, F&B, Lotte Cinema
โข Location: Lotte Department Store B1
โข Highlights:
Theme Park, Ice Skating Rink
Lotte Department Store Avenuel (Jamsil)
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Lotte World Tower
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Lotte World Mall
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Lotte World
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Avenuel/Lotte World Tower & Lotte World Mall
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Lotte Department Store
Avenuel is a luxury department store. Lotte World Mall is a complex shopping mall where you can find the latest trends and lifestyle products. Lotte World Tower features a high-rise observatory and a luxury hotel. Enjoy the day's shopping and attractions at Lotte World Adventure, and end the evening with a romantic dinner at Lotte World Tower.
How to Get There
ยท Jamsil Station Underground Plaza Exit 1 and 2 (Line 2)
ยท Jamsil Station Underground Passage Exit 10 and11 (Line 8)
How to Get Around
ยท Avenuel's Floor 1, 5, 6, 8 and 9 connected to Lotte World Tower
ยท Avenuel's Floor 1, 5 and 6 connected to Lotte World Mall
The observatory is located on the 123rd floor, the highest in Korea. It offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Seoul. For a unique experience, try the Sky Bridge Tour! Crossing the outdoor bridge at 541 meters above ground will leave you with unforgettable memories.
๐ Location
Ticket booths are located on the Floor 1 of Avenuel and Lotte World Mall B1. Take the escalator to get to the observatory.
Seoul Sky
Attraction ยท Seoul(Gangnam)
Lotte World Aquarium
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Come meet a variety of marine creatures! It features Korea's largest tank, which is 25 meters wide. The adorable beluga whale, a crowd favorite, makes this aquarium extra special. Take memorable photos in front of the mystical tank and participate in a variety of activities, including feeding.
A contemporary art museum hosting exhibitions by notable domestic and international artists each season. The upcoming exhibition, "THE ART OF JEWELLERY" will run from December 6, 2024, to March 16, 2025. It's a large-scale exhibition exploring the history of jewelry from ancient times to the Renaissance, showcasing the collection of Kazumi Arikawa, the world's largest jewelry collector.
๐ Location
Lotte World Tower Floor 7
LOTTE Museum of Art
Attraction ยท Seoul(Gangnam)
Restaurants & Cafes
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Popular dining spots and cafes can be found here, including the London Bagel Museum, Gordon Ramsay Burger, and Knotted Donut, are located here. The main restaurants are concentrated on Basement 1, 1st, 5th, and 6th floors of Lotte World Mall, offering a variety of cuisines such as Chinese, Japanese, Western, and Korean.
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Gordon Ramsay Burger
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Cafรฉ Knotted (Lotte World Mall)
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Viking's Wharf (Lotte World Mall)
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Matte Black Coffee (Lotte World Mall)
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Duty-free Shops
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The largest duty-free shop in Korea. Sunglasses are a particularly recommended shopping item because it is critical to determine if they suit your face shape after fitting. The trendy Korean eyewear brand "Gentle Monster" has a store on the 8th floor. The 9th floor features "JUNGKWANJANG," a brand selling Korean health foods like red ginseng and ginseng, as well as stores that sell traditional Korean liquor and snacks. There are also many cosmetic brands available at duty-free prices.
๐ Location
Avenuel Floor 8 & 9
Lotte Duty Free Store (World Tower)
Attraction ยท Seoul(Gangnam)
Shopping
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If you're looking for luxury clothing and cosmetics, head to Avenuel's first through 5th floors. For casual clothing brands and cosmetics, check out Lotte World Mall's Basement 1 through Ground 1. Basement 1 of Lotte World Mall houses stores of Korean designer brands such as Mardi Mercredi and Glony, while Ground 1 features brands like Dasique and Nonfiction. On the 4th floor of Lotte World Mall, you will find a large bookstore and a trinket shop.
Lotte World is one of Korea's top two theme parks, along with Everland. It is Seoul's top entertainment destination with attractions, an indoor ice rink open year-round, various food and beverage options, and photo spots. It is conveniently located in the city and offers afternoon tickets, making it convenient to combine with other nearby attractions.
๐ How to Get There
โ Take the subway to Jamsil Station and follow the signs towards Exits 3 and 4. Enter the station plaza and head straight to the right until you reach the sign for Adventure (Main Gate).
โก On foot, start from Jamsil Station Exit 4. Walk straight until you see the gate marked "LOTTE WORLD ADVENTURE" on the left. Take the escalator down to the basement.
Attractions are installed both indoors and outdoors, allowing you to enjoy them regardless of the weather, whether it's raining or cold in winter. Enjoy rides such as the carousel, roller coasters, and Viking, as well as colorful parades and seasonal events that will keep you entertained all day.
Free passes can be purchased on-site or in advance from affiliated websites. A free pass provides access to both indoor and outdoor attractions, but the ice rink requires a separate ticket.
Lotte World
Attraction ยท Seoul(Gangnam)
Ice Skating Rink
Located in the indoor theme park of Lotte World. It's open year-round, allowing you to skate while enjoying the theme park's atmosphere. It's especially beautiful at night when the theme park's night view and parades add to the experience. A separate ticket is required from Lotte World, and skate rentals are available. Helmets and gloves are mandatory!
โธ๏ธ Ticket Info
ยท Weekdays: KRW 13,000 / Including skates: KRW 19,000
ยท Weekends and holidays: KRW 15,000 / Including skates: KRW 21,000
Lotte World Ice Rink
Attraction ยท Seoul(Gangnam)
โ๏ธ Main Attractions
With so many attractions for people of all ages, you can have a great time with your friends, partners, or family. To avoid long lines at attractions, purchase the premium "Magic Pass."
A representative photo spot at Lotte World and an attraction that everyone can enjoy. Located indoors, it's especially stunning at night with the lights turned on.
ยท Location: Floor 1
A water attraction where you ride a log boat and rapidly descend on rails. Your clothes may get wet, so it's a good idea to bring a raincoat or towel.
ยท Location: Floor 1
A cute train featuring Lotte World's mascot. It offers a leisurely tour through the Adventure scenery. It's a great ride when you need a break.
ยท Location: Floor 3
A thrilling attraction that takes you up to 70 meters in the air and drops you at a speed of 94 km/h in just 3 seconds. Available from January 2025.
ยท Location: Outdoor
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Gyro Swing
An attraction that can accommodate 40 people at once, with a maximum ascent angle of about 95 degrees. It feels like being swept away by the wind as you descend, providing the ultimate thrill.
ยท Location: Outdoor
A roller coaster that runs at 72 km/h. It's the attraction with the longest wait time in Lotte World. If you want to ride fast and avoid waiting, you might want to get the "Magic Pass."
ยท Location: Outdoor
Wait Time
Wait time: less than 10 min
Wait time: 10 min ~30 min
Wait time: 30 min ~ 1hour
Wait time: more than 1 hour
Temporarily Closed
You can check the wait times for each attraction on the Lotte World APP. Weekday visits are advised due to the lengthy wait times on weekends. Wait times for popular attractions such as roller coasters are usually longer from morning to early afternoon.
โ๏ธ F&B
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From snacks sold at various stalls to restaurants offering hearty meals. The attraction-shaped churros and Lotte World mascot-shaped cheese bread sold outdoors are must-try snacks.
โ๏ธ School Uniform Rental
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It is popular among Koreans to visit theme parks dressed in school uniforms. There are several school uniform rental shops around Lotte World, with the most popular being "Ewha School Uniform" near Jamsil Station Exit 4. They offer a variety of uniform designs, and you can customize your look with bags, ties, and ribbons.
โ๏ธ Photo Spots
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In front of the carousel
Taking photos with the carousel lit up at night is popular. You can also pay a professional photographer to photograph you and then purchase the image.
๐ Floor 1
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On the bridge with a view of the Magic Castle
Go to the 2nd floor indoors to find the way outside. Once outside, turn right to find a photo spot with a direct view of the Magic Castle.
๐ Outdoor Over Bridge Floor 2
The bridge in front of the castle offers the best view of Lotte World's iconic Magic Castle. During the Christmas season, a spectacular 3D mapping show attracts crowds.
๐ Bridge in front of Outdoor Magic Castle
From late November, Lotte World is in full Christmas mode. Beautiful lights are projected on the exterior of the Magic Castle, and special parades and photo zones make for a more romantic day. This year's Lotte World Christmas event theme is "Miracle Winter: Snoopy Christmas in Lotte World." A collaboration with Peanuts will feature Snoopy photo zones and large Snoopy sculptures.