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Seoul raises a stink after Namsan shower is used as toilet

The city has asked people to use the facilities, originally installed to allow exercisers to freshen up, for their intended purpose.

2026.8.30

A render of Mount Namsan after renovation, designed by the Seoul Metropolitan Government [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Seoul announces Namsan renewal with a gondola, observatory and a nod to 'KPop Demon Hunters'

A gondola capable of reaching the top of Mount Namsan from Myeong-dong Station in just five minutes will be built in central Seoul, with an observatory and enhanced views capping off a renewal project for the central landmark.

2025.12.2

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Participants of the 2025 Seoul Eco Hiking Festa walk along a trail on Mount Namsan in Jung District, central Seoul, during the event’s family-themed hike on Nov. 22. [PARK SANG-MOON]

From 'yangban' to yoga, Seoul Eco Hiking Festa finds tranquility in the city

Hundreds explored Mount Namsan and caught the final blaze of autumn foliage during the inaugural Seoul Eco Hiking Festa, which took place over two consecutive weekends and wrapped on Sunday.

2025.11.24

Participants of the 2025 Seoul Eco Hiking Festa watch a performance by actors dressed in traditional clothing as they hike along a trail on Mount Namsan in Jung District, central Seoul, on Nov. 15. [PARK SANG-MOON]

Walkers experience Mount Namsan's autumn splendor and slice of history during Seoul Eco Hiking Festa

Families, friends and couples dressed in clothing reminiscent of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) gathered in central Seoul on Saturday, as autumn foliage lit up the hiking trails.

2025.11.16

A 3-D rendering image of Yeongjiwon inside Namsan's forest garden. Reflecting the features of traditional Korean gardens, the area incorporates a pond and crape myrtle trees, offering visitors a tranquil space to relax while taking in the natural beauty mirrored in the water. [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Mount Namsan outdoor forest garden to open in October

A forest garden fusing both traditional and contemporary Korean aesthetics is set to open in Mount Namsan’s outdoor botanical garden in Yongsan District, central Seoul, in October.

2025.4.22

A rendered image of the gondola lift on Namsan, which are set to open to the public in spring 2026, provided by the Seoul city government on Thursday. [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Seoul Metropolitan Government breaks ground on new Namsan gondola lift project

A gondola lift on Namsan in central Seoul is set to open to the public in spring 2026.

2024.9.5

A bus featuring the capital's mascot Hechi travels near Namsan in downtown Seoul in a photo shared by the city government on Sunday. [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Colorful 'Hechi buses' begin transiting downtown Seoul

Pink and mint buses featuring Seoul’s newly designed mascot, Hechi, have begun plying the streets of downtown.

2024.3.31

Cars pass through the toll gate after passing Namsan Tunnel No. 1 in the direction of downtown Seoul on Thursday. [NEWS1]

Seoul to waive Namsan tunnel tolls for southbound traffic

Tolls will be waived starting mid-January when exiting downtown through Namsan tunnels in Seoul. However, fees will still be levied when entering downtown.

2024.1.4

Namsan tonkatsu at No. 101 Namsan Tonkatsu in Jung District, central Seoul [LEE JIAN]

'Moving' has people flocking to Namsan for nostalgic tonkatsu

Disney+'s superhero series "Moving" has sparked a surge in cravings for Namsan tonkatsu, a retro pork dish featured in over half of the series' episodes. The popular show has led to increased sales and search hits for the dish.

2023.9.20

A rendered bird's-eye view of the anticipated gondola lifts and skywalk on Namsan in Jung District, central Seoul [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Seoul announces plans to improve Namsan's sustainability

The Seoul Metropolitan Government on Monday announced its plan to build “environmentally friendly” gondola lifts on Namsan, part of a project to boost the area's sustainability.

2023.6.19