Seoul City Hall Sky Plaza Gallery

Museum · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

Displays 45 structural remains of the Joseon-era Gungisi military armory and modern buildings unearthed during construction of Seoul City Hall, along with some 143 related artifacts including the Joseon cannon Bullanggi Japo (Treasure No. 861-2).

Library · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

A landmark right in front of Seoul Plaza. Known for its stepped bookshelves and glass-walled plaza views, with a rooftop and cafe for a break.

Culture space · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2), direct access from Exits 4, 5

A public space in the basement of City Hall. Fully heated and air-conditioned, so it's a good escape from heat or cold, with a cafe, gallery and frequent free performances. Directly connected to City Hall Station.

Viewpoint · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

A viewing space newly opened in 2026 in the new City Hall building. Downtown views stretching to Deoksugung Palace, Jeongdong and Gwanghwamun Square.

Plaza · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

The lawn plaza in front of City Hall, host to many festivals and events, plus a winter ice rink. Little shade, so pair it with a walk along the Deoksugung stone wall road.

Museum · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

Officially opened on 28 March 2019.

Jongno-gu · Anguk Stn. (Line 3) Exit 1

Samcheong-dong's flagship contemporary art museum. Time your visit for Culture Day or Wednesday and Saturday evenings and it's free.

Jung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)

A municipal art museum preserving the facade of the old Supreme Court. On the Deoksugung stone wall walking route, with free permanent exhibitions.

Yongsan-gu · Hangangjin Stn. (Line 6) Exit 1

The Samsung Foundation of Culture's flagship museum. The best tip: see the traditional art permanent collection, full of national treasures, for free.

Gangdong-gu · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)

A multipurpose cultural venue inside Myeongil Neighbourhood Park. Combine free gallery shows with outdoor festivals.

Jongno-gu · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)

The site of the Changsin-dong house where Nam June Paik lived from 1937 to 1950. A hanok built in 1960 was renovated and opened in 2017, with the permanent exhibition Megatron Rhapsody free to view.