10 Best Things to Do near Jamsil Station

Jamsil is one of the many exciting suburbs of Seoul. It’s a more “recent” area , maybe 30 years in development, and has become one of the hottest places to come and live. All around the area are great schools which has made it very attractive for South Korean families. However, this is not only great for families, many people come to the Jamsil area to have a coffee date with a friend or enjoy a great meal. We are going to tell you 10 of the best things to do near Jamsil Station.

How to Get to Jamsil Station

1. From Incheon International Airport:

Most travelers arriving in South Korea land at Incheon International Airport. From here, getting to Jamsil is a breeze. You have several options:

• Airport Limousine Bus: The Airport Limousine Bus 6006 will take you directly to Jamsil. It’s a convenient and affordable option with comfortable seating and plenty of luggage space.
• Airport Railroad (AREX): Take the AREX train from Incheon Airport to Gongdeok Station, and then transfer to Line 7 heading eastbound. You’ll reach Jamsil Station in approximately an hour.

2. From Gimpo International Airport:

If you arrive at Gimpo International Airport, follow these steps to reach Jamsil:

• Airport Railroad (AREX): Hop on the AREX train at Gimpo Airport Station and ride it to Gongdeok Station. Transfer to Line 7 heading eastbound to reach Jamsil Station.

Jamsil Lotte World

Are you a fan of amusement parks? Don’t care much for it but like to walk around and check out all the food? Jamsil Lotte World is the place to go. It’s a small amusement park located in the city which we think is a great idea and super convenient to access. Easily accessible from the subway station, Lotte World has a lot of activities and games to enjoy whether you are going there for a date, family trip, or just hanging out with your friends. It is also famous for having a castle that looks similar to the one located in Disneyland. The best part about Jamsil Lotte World is that depending on the season or dates it’s completely decorated. So if you are here during halloween or christmas this place is incredibly fun and so many great pictures can be taken here. 

Prices: range from 45,000- 59,000 depending on whether you want to see the museum or at what time you would like to go in.

HOWEVER, we are attaching the link to a Korean website that offers discounts from time to time. Check the link out! Unfortunately it is in Korean and we are not entirely sure if they accept foreign credit cards. If you do try to give this website a go and are confused or not sure how to do it, send us an e-mail! We would be happy to help you figure it out.

Lotte World Ice Rink in Jamsil

The idea that you can ice skate any time of the year is really exciting! Next to Jamsil Lotte World the ice skating rink is open all year long. Although the price is a little bit pricier compared to ice skating in the public area in city hall, we believe it is worth it as you get to experience ice skating indoors. If you don’t know how to ice skate because they offer ice skating classes at Lotte World Ice Rink.

Lotte World Aquarium

In case you enjoy marine life or if you are looking for an indoor attraction, the Lotte world aquarium is for you! It is also home of the only beluga whale and it has the largest main tank in the country.

Prices: Adults & Adolescents: 33,000
Children & Senior: 29,000won

Jamsil Lotte World Tower Seoul Sky

Do you love climbing to high places? Do you like to check out city views? Jamsil Lotte World Tower Seoul Sky will offer you some of the best views of Seoul. Located on the highest floor of the Jamsil Lotte World Tower, this place is completely instagram worthy. The top areas are divided into two floors: a sky deck (118f) and sky terrace (120f) and in both areas you can take wonderful photos and take in all of Seoul. 

Prices: Tickets are 27,000 won and you can buy them on their local webpage.

HOWEVER, I have found an awesome website that can give you a discount. The website unfortunately is also only in Korean and we are not sure if they accept foreign credit cards. If you do try to give this website a go and are confused or not sure how to do it, send us an e-mail! We would be happy to help you figure it out.

This year they opened a new area called Sky Bridge Tour where you can make adventurous memories by walking across the very top. For this tour make sure you make 1 month reservations ahead of time and keep in mind that during the winter season they are closed. 

For more information check out this link!

Lotte Cinema at Jamsil Station

You might think, why do I need to go to this movie theater? Well, Lotte Cinema at Jamsil is the largest-ever movie theater in Asia and has the biggest screen in the Guinness World Records. Watching a movie here will definitely be a memorable experience. 

Do not forget that Korea has a special “Culture Day” the last Wednesday of every month and  a diverse range of events have special discounts, movies included. 
https://www.lottecinema.co.kr/NLCHS/Cinema/Detail?divisionCode=1&detailDivisionCode=1&cinemaID=1016

Seokchon Lake

We love this lake a lot. It is one of the main attractions whenever the season changes. During spring you can see the cherry blossoms to its maximum splendid and during the fall foliage it’s like walking into a movie set. The walking path around the lake is not quite big so take that into account if you are planning to go during these two special seasons as it gets quite packed with people. 

Coffee Shops near Jamsil Station

Just around Seokchon Lake you will find tons and tons of cafes. Like in other places of South Korea some of these coffee shops are theme based and some even offer great views of the Lotte Tower. 

If you love to paint and draw while drinking coffee there’s a drawing theme cafe for you. We went to to check it out and what an experience! It was so therapeutic as well to just sit and drink your favorite beverage while trying to draw or paint something. The cafe offers you all the tools to draw and even has art books that teach you how to draw or paint certain things. 
Directions

Seoulism is one of our favorite cafes to visit because of the view they offer. The menu prices tend to be a bit more pricier but we think it’s quite fair for all the amazing pictures you can take here.
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Restaurant near Jamsil Station

There is a street nearby Seokchon Lake and Lotte World Mall that is filled with restaurants. Here you will probably find one of our favorite places to eat 감자탕 (pork bone stew). The meat is incredibly tender that it just falls off the bone as you are eating it. One of the best places to eat this plate.

If you’re not up to eating korean food there are many restaurants around the area of Jamsil Station that offer amazing food. Another great restaurant is a taiwanese restaurant between the Seoulism cafe and Seokchon lake. 

Olympic Park

Olympic Park is an enormous park that we highly recommend you give it a visit. Check out our past blog about this park. Made for the Olympics in Seoul in 1988, it has now become a place to do a bit of exercise or meet up with friends.