Seokchon LakeJamsil 28
Photo: KTOAt the foot of Lotte World Tower, Seokchon Lake has a walking path of about 2.5 km around its east and west lakes. The tower reflected in the water makes a popular photo.
In spring around 1,000 cherry trees bloom around the lake, making it one of Seoul's top blossom spots. Autumn colours and night lighting are lovely too.
Key information
| Hours | Open all day |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
| Time needed | about 0.7 hours |
| Nearest station | Jamsil Stn (Lines 2, 8) |
| Area | Jamsil |
Hours and fees are estimates as of 2026-10 and may change. Please check official sources before you go.
Tip
A short walk from Jamsil Station (Lines 2, 8) — easy to add before or after Lotte World or Seoul Sky.
A short walk from Jamsil Station (Lines 2, 8) — easy to add before or after Lotte World or Seoul Sky.
Plan a trip with Seokchon Lake
Getting there
| From | Route | Time | Fare (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incheon Airport | AREX all-stop train → change at Hongdae · Yeonnam → Line 2 | ~105 min | 6,300 KRW |
| Gimpo Airport | Line 9 (Express) → Line 9 (Express) → change at Seokchon to Line 8 | ~61 min | 2,050 KRW |
| Seoul Station | Line 4 → change at Dongdaemun H&C Park to Line 2 | ~40 min | 1,750 KRW |
Times are to the Jamsil area's nearest station; walk from there.
Nearby spots
Photo: KTO
Photo: KTO
Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)Jamsil · ~400 mObservatory in Korea's tallest building. Check the official site for fees and hours.Photo: KTO
Starfield Library (COEX)Gangnam · Sinsa · ~3.8 kmTowering bookshelves inside COEX Mall; free entry. Nearest: Samseong Stn (Line 2).Photo: KTO
Photo: KTO
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Seokchon Lake?
Open all day. Please check the official website for the latest information.
How much does Seokchon Lake cost?
Free.
How do I get to Seokchon Lake?
The nearest station is Jamsil Stn (Lines 2, 8). From Incheon Airport it takes about 105 minutes and costs around ₩6,300.