Namsan Circular Trail

A gentle loop trail around Namsan in central Seoul, climbing to N Seoul Tower with panoramic city views, accessible directly from downtown.

Distance	7.0 km
Recommended time	1 day(s)
Best season	Year-round; autumn foliage and spring cherry blossoms are especially popular
Getting to the start	Reachable on foot from Myeongdong or Hoehyeon Station (Line 4), or by cable car from the Namsan Cable Car station near Myeongdong.
Getting back from the end	Trail loops back to the starting area; alternative descent toward Namsan Public Library and Jangchungdan Park is common.

Route Overview

The Namsan Circular Trail is the most accessible hike in Seoul, looping around the base and up to the summit of Namsan (262m) in the heart of the city. Most of the path is paved or well-maintained dirt trail, making it suitable for casual walkers as well as hikers looking for a short warm-up. N Seoul Tower at the summit is the main landmark, with wide views over the city, especially popular at sunset.

Stage by Stage

Myeongdong / Hoehyeon Station

0.0 km from start

Starting point at the base of Namsan. Trail entrance is a short walk from either station.

N Seoul Tower (Namsan Summit)

3.5 km from start

The summit landmark at 262m, with observation decks and panoramic city views, especially popular around sunset.

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