Namsan cable car, Aerial tramway in Hoehyeon-dong district, Seoul, South Korea.
Namsan cable car connects central Seoul to N Seoul Tower across a roughly 600-meter stretch in glass-enclosed cabins. The journey offers views of the city during the short ride.
The system opened in 1962 as South Korea's first commercial cable car for passengers. It marked an important moment in the city's growth as a modern destination.
The cable car links people to N Seoul Tower, where many leave locks as personal tokens of meaningful connections.
The ride is brief, lasting just a few minutes, so choose your time to enjoy the views during the journey. An elevator system near Namsan Tunnel provides direct access to the mountain station for visitors preferring to skip the walk.
The glass cabins let passengers see the city on all sides as they move upward, an unusual feature for a densely built urban area. This unobstructed view all around makes the ride memorable for visitors seeking a fresh perspective on the cityscape.
Location: Seoul
Inception: 1962
Length: 605 m
Website: http://cablecar.co.kr
GPS coordinates: 37.55659,126.98179
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25
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