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Lotte World Tower

Korea's tallest building at 555 metres, with the glass-floored Seoul Sky observatory.

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Time needed
Half a day
Entry
Paid
Best time
Sunset
Area
Jamsil

Korea's tallest tower with an observation deck and mall.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

  • Metro: Jamsil Station (lines 2 and 8).
  • Observatory: Seoul Sky occupies floors 117–123.
  • Mall: The base has a huge mall and an aquarium.

The story of Lotte World Tower

Lotte World Tower was completed in 2017 and, at 555 metres with 123 floors, is the tallest building in Korea and among the tallest in the world. Its tapering shape was inspired by traditional Korean ceramics and brushes.

Seoul Sky's Sky Deck has a glass floor about 478 metres above the ground.

Best time to visit

Best season

All year.

Best time of day

Sunset.

Air quality

Check for clear days.

Tips before you go

  • The Seoul Sky deck has a glass floor.
  • Step onto the glass-floor Sky Deck.
  • Walk around Seokchon Lake at the base.

Best hotels near Lotte World Tower

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Signiel Seoul

Hotel high in Lotte World Tower.

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The Shilla Seoul

Classic luxury hotel near Namsan.

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Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Central hotel near Gyeongbokgung.

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What's around Lotte World Tower

  • Lotte WorldIndoor theme park.
  • Seokchon LakeLakeside walk.
  • Lotte World AquariumIn the mall.
  • Olympic ParkLarge park nearby.

Questions travellers ask

How tall is Lotte World Tower?

555 metres.

Which floors is the observatory on?

Floors 117–123.

Is there a glass floor?

Yes, on the Sky Deck.

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