Namsan Cable Car: crowding, parking and nearby course
| Data date | 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST |
|---|---|
| Quietest | Tue 11/17 (74) |
| Parking | OK |
| Hours | 10:00~23:00 |
Crowding forecast for Namsan Cable Car
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Tue 11/17 (74) and the busiest is Sat 11/7 (100). Weekday average 82, weekend average 96 (100 = peak season).
| Date | Avg | Level | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11/4 | 78 | Normal | - |
| Thu 11/5 | 85 | Busy | - |
| Fri 11/6 | 90 | Busy | - |
| Sat 11/7 | 100 | Busy | - |
| Sun 11/8 | 91 | Busy | - |
| Mon 11/9 | 79 | Normal | - |
| Tue 11/10 | 76 | Normal | - |
Quieter nearby on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8
21 spots in Jung-gu, Seoul are forecast quieter than Namsan Cable Car on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8. Quietest: Seoul Museum of Art (Sat 12, Sun 12); Namsan Cable Car: Sat 100, Sun 91.
| # | Attraction | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seoul Museum of Art | 12 Quiet | 12 Quiet | OK |
| 2 | Seosomun Historical Park | 54 Quiet | 17 Quiet | Easy |
| 3 | HiKR Ground | 45 Quiet | 40 Quiet | OK |
| 4 | Sungnyemun Gate | 74 Normal | 47 Quiet | OK |
| 5 | Ewha Centennial Hall | 68 Normal | 57 Normal | OK |
| 6 | Korea House | 84 Busy | 59 Normal | OK |
Parking at Namsan Cable Car
6 car parks within 500 m with about 117 spaces in total. Nearest: 소파길노상 (3 m); 6 are public.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopagilnosang | 3m | 21 | Yes |
| Soparokeibeulkaap | 106m | 2 | Yes |
| Namsandong Gongyeongjuchajang | 283m | 48 | Yes |
Parking fees at Namsan Cable Car
Base fees at 2 nearby car parks with data 3,600~4,080 KRW. The nearest, Sopagilnosang: ~4,080/h.
| Car park | Distance | Fee | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopagilnosang | 3m | ~4,080/h | 09:00~21:00 |
| Soparokeibeulkaap | 106m | 0 | Always open |
| Namsandong Gongyeongjuchajang | 283m | ~3,600/h | Always open |
Cheap parking near Namsan Cable Car
Of 3 car parks with fee data, 1 are free and 0 cost 3,000 KRW/hour or less (scaled). Cheapest: Soparokeibeulkaap (0), 106 m away.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sopagilnosang | 3m | 21 | ~4,080/h |
| Soparokeibeulkaap | 106m | 2 | 0 |
| Namsandong Gongyeongjuchajang | 283m | 48 | ~3,600/h |
Attractions near Namsan Cable Car
38 attractions lie within 5 km of Namsan Cable Car. Closest: Baekbeom Kim Koo Statue (Baekbeom Plaza) (0.4 km); quietest on weekends: Seoul Museum of Art (12).
| Attraction | Distance | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baekbeom Kim Koo Statue (Baekbeom Plaza) | 0.4km | - | - | OK |
| Ahn Junggeun Memorial Museum | 0.5km | - | - | OK |
| Korea Postage Stamp Museum | 0.5km | 97 Busy | 54 Quiet | OK |
| Myeong-dong | 0.6km | 97 Busy | 88 Busy | OK |
| Bank of Korea Money Museum | 0.7km | 58 Normal | 99 Busy | OK |
| Seoul Namsan Park | 0.7km | 89 Busy | 73 Normal | OK |
| Myeongdong Cathedral | 0.8km | 99 Busy | 98 Busy | OK |
| Myeong-dong, Namdaemun, Bukchang-dong, Da-dong and Mugyo-dong Special Tourist Zone | 0.8km | - | - | OK |
Quieter alternatives in Jung-gu, Seoul
24 spots in Jung-gu, Seoul average lower crowding than Namsan Cable Car over 14 days. The quietest is Seoul Museum of Art (average 15) versus 86 for Namsan Cable Car.
| # | Attraction | Avg | Level | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seoul Museum of Art | 15 | Quiet | OK |
| 2 | HiKR Ground | 59 | Normal | OK |
| 3 | Korea Postage Stamp Museum | 63 | Normal | OK |
| 4 | Ewha Centennial Hall | 68 | Normal | OK |
| 5 | Seosomun Historical Park | 68 | Normal | Easy |
Highway traffic forecast to Namsan Cable Car
Korea Expressway Corporation forecasts about 5,550,000 vehicles nationwide at 15:00 on 2026-11-04. No forecast route connects directly to Namsan Cable Car. The closest, Seoul-Daejeon (139 km away), takes 99 min out and 114 min back.
| Route | From Seoul | To Seoul | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daejeon | 99 min | 114 min | 139km |
| Yangyang | 110 min | 110 min | 155km |
| Gangneung | 160 min | 164 min | 168km |
| Daegu | 210 min | 210 min | 236km |
| Gwangju | 200 min | 200 min | 267km |
| Ulsan | 250 min | 250 min | 306km |
| Mokpo | 221 min | 237 min | 310km |
| Busan | 270 min | 270 min | 324km |
Namsan Cable Car in month 11
Among 14 forecast days in month 11, the quietest day is Tue 11/17 (74). 0 days are Quiet (under 55) and 9 are Busy (80+).
| Date | Avg | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 11/17 | 74 | Normal |
| Tue 11/10 | 76 | Normal |
| Wed 11/4 | 78 | Normal |
| Wed 11/11 | 79 | Normal |
| Mon 11/9 | 79 | Normal |
| Mon 11/16 | 80 | Busy |
Namsan Cable Car: opening hours and admission
Opening hours of Namsan Cable Car: 10:00~23:00 (Korea time). Admission is not listed in the data we collected; check the official channel before you visit.
| Hours | 10:00~23:00 |
|---|---|
| Closed | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
Details by attraction
| Type | EX07 |
|---|---|
| Hours | 10:00~23:00 |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Parking | OK |
| Spaces | 117 |
| Popularity | 1.00 |
Before you go
- Check traffic and car park hours before leaving.
- Confirm closures on the official site.
- Under 55 is Quiet, 80+ is Busy.
- If parking is tight, use public car parks or transit.
FAQ
When is Namsan Cable Car least crowded?
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Tue 11/17 (74) and the busiest is Sat 11/7 (100).
What is the data date?
Crowding forecasts were received on 2026-11-04; the traffic forecast is as of 2026-11-04 14:04 KST. These are estimates from past data, not live.
Where does the parking data come from?
Korea's national parking-lot open data and Korea Tourism Organization data, counting car parks within 500 m. Fees and hours may change.
What does the crowding number mean?
It is relative to that spot's own peak season (100). Under 55 is Quiet, under 80 Normal, 80 or more Busy.
Related pages
Sources and data date
- Data date: 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST
- Korea Tourism Organization, Korea Expressway Corporation, Korea public data portal, TMAP Mobility.