Lotte World Tower is the tallest building in South Korea. It stands 555 meters high with 123 floors, and it is one of the tallest buildings in the world.
But this tower is not just a building. It has a huge shopping mall, a luxury department store, an observatory in the sky, and a beautiful lake right next to it.
You can easily spend a whole day here.
What Is Lotte World Tower?
Lotte World Tower is located in Songpa-gu, in the southeast of Seoul. It is the first building in Korea with more than 100 floors.
Inside and around the tower, you can find:
- Seoul Sky observatory (floors 117–123) Lotte World Mall
- one of the biggest shopping malls in Korea Avenuel
- a luxury department store
- Seokchon Lake a peaceful lake park right next to the tower
How to Get to Lotte World Tower (Subway Guide)
The subway is the easiest way to get there. The tower is directly connected to the station, so you do not need to walk outside.
Station: Jamsil Station
Lines: Line 2 (Green Line) or Line 8 (Pink Line)
Exit: Follow the signs to Lotte World Mall (connected underground)
- Direct underground connection to the mall
- Line 2 connects many tourist areas
- No need to go outside, even on rainy days
What Can You Do at Lotte World Tower?
1. Go Up to Seoul Sky Observatory
Seoul Sky is on floors 117 to 123 of the tower. The glass-floored Sky Deck at 478 meters is one of the highest in the world. You can see the whole city of Seoul under your feet.
The night view is especially amazing.
2. Shop at Lotte World Mall
Lotte World Mall is one of the biggest shopping malls in Korea. It has fashion brands, Korean cosmetics, restaurants, a cinema, and even an aquarium.
You can shop, eat, and enjoy entertainment all in one place.
3. Visit Avenuel Luxury Department Store
Next to the mall, there is Avenuel, a luxury department store. It has world-famous luxury brands in a quiet and elegant space.
If you love luxury shopping, this is one of the best places in Seoul.
4. Walk Around Seokchon Lake
Right next to the tower, there is Seokchon Lake. A flat 2.5 km walking path goes around the lake.
It is a favorite walking spot for local people. From the path, you can see the tower, the lake, and Lotte World Magic Island together.
In spring, more than 1,000 cherry blossom trees bloom around the lake. The Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the biggest spring events in Seoul.
5. Enjoy Cafes with a Lake View
Around Seokchon Lake, there are many cafes and restaurants. Some cafes have a view of both the lake and the tower.
Coffee here after a lake walk is a perfect way to end the day.
Best Time to Visit
- Spring (late March–early April): Cherry blossoms around Seokchon Lake
- Evening: Sunset and night view from Seoul Sky
- Weekdays: Fewer people at the observatory and the mall
- Rainy days: The mall and tower are all indoors, so weather is no problem