Published Date : May 16, 2017 / Edited Date : Nov 10, 2022
Seoul Station 7017 Project
The Seoul Station overpass was constructed in 1970 as a response to the growing traffic congestion in Seoul. For decades, the highway connected the eastern and western halves of the city. Once an elevated highway, it has been transformed into Seoullo7017,anelevatedpublicparkforpedestrians. Seoullo 7017's name is a nod to its origins; 70 for the year the overpass was first constructed, and 17 for the year of the highway's rebirth. The number 17 also refers to the number of pedestrian paths thatmakeupSeoullo. Wherecarsoncespedalong, people will now be able to wander. Visit the footpaths of Seoullo and experience Seoul's history and culture while having fun!
▶ What is the Seoul Station 7017 project? The Seoul Station 7017 project helmed the efforts to transform the Seoul Station overpass into Seoullo 7017. Not only did the Seoul Station 7017 project manage to successfully turn a highway into a pedestrian walkway, the project will continue to workonrevitalizing the area surrounding Seoullo 7017.
▶ Revitalization and creating people-friendly city It is important to remember and preserve history. The Seoul Station 7017 project recognizes the need to both preserve history and to revitalize underdeveloped areas of the city. Working with feedback from locals, the project aims to create a revitalizedandpeople-friendly city. The project will work on a smarter method of revitalization; one that respects the past while working towards the future.
▶ The Seoullo 7017 project; the start of urban revitalization The completion of Seoullo 7017 does not mean the end of the project's work. The Seoul Station 7017 project will continue to focus on underdeveloped areas of Seoul.
* Learn more about Seoullo 7017 at the official website : Seoullo Since 7017
Seoullo 7017 Walking Tours
Seoullo 7017's name is a nod to the dates of its construction. The original overpass was constructed in 1970, and it was reborn in 2017. There are also 17 different pathways to walk at Seoullo 7017. Seoul City Walking Tours now offer 3 Seoullo-centeredcourses.VisitorstoSeoulcanreservetours online and learn more about the hidden stories of Seoul.
Culture Station Seoul 284 → Seoullo 7017 → Severance Building → Sungnyemun Gate → Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall → Baekbeom Square → Ahn Jung Geun Memorial Museum → Namsan Samsoon Stairs → Hoehyeon Sibeom Apartments → Namsan PedestrianOverpass
Culture Station Seoul 284 → Seoullo 7017 → Son Kee Chung Memorial Hall → Yakhyeon Catholic Church → St. Joseph Apartments → Chungjeonggak → Chungjeongno Station
Seoul Station Exit 15 → Seoullo 7017 → Namdaemun Presbyterian Church → Hanyangdoseong, the Seoul City Wall → Baekbeom Square → Namsan Pedestrian Overpass → Sungnyemun Gate
Walking, Refreshments, and Fun at Seoullo 7017!
Seoullo 7017 marks the transformation of an overpass highway to a pedestrian oasis in the middle of Seoul. Visitors to Seoullo 7017 can have a relaxing walk and utilize one of eight information centers and eateries to get tourist information, rest, andtohavealightmealorsnacks. Visitors will want for nothing as each facility has different concepts and offerings.
Seoullo 7017 features a comprehensive tourist information center and cafe called Seoullo Travelers' Cafe (located at Toegye-ro Traffic Island), a Seoullo gift shop (located near the start of Toegye-ro Road), and a variety of eateries and cafes where visitorscanpurchaseKoreanmealsandsnacks.There's no time to be bored during a visit at Seoullo 7017!
A comfortable rest area
An informational bridge
Interact with citizens of the world
Location
Name
Details
Ground Level (Start of Toegye-ro Road)
Seoullo Information Center
Get useful tourist information and learn about the history of Seoullo 7017
Seoullo Shop
Official Seoullo gift shop
Seoullo Upper Section
Magnolia Cafe
Coffee, ice cream, and light refreshments
Hydrangea Bread
Korean-style grilled toast and coffee
Rose Bingsu
Injeolmi red bean bingsu and other Korean desserts
Seoullo Lower Section (Malli-dong Plaza)
Acorn Sweets
Signature Seoullo 7017 snacks such as acorn sweets and buns
7017 Seoul Bibimbap
Casual dining offering craft beer and tasty bibimbap created by top chefs and the Seoul City Chef Association
Toegye-ro Traffic Island
Seoullo Travelers' Cafe
A comprehensive tourist information center and cafe
▶ Information about Seoullo 7017 and Seoul - Visitors can learn about the history of Seoullo 7017 and get Seoul travel information. Free official Seoul tourist guidebooks and maps are available here in several languages.
▶ Hours of Operation : 10:00-22:00 / Located on ground level (start of Toegye-ro Road)
Seoullo Shop
▶ The official Seoullo 7017 gift shop - Visitors can purchase unique, Seoullo-branded souvenirs that can only be found at the Seoullo Shop! The store offers ceramic souvenir shot glasses, tote bags, magnets, and more. The scented diffusers feature scents of plants that were planted onSeoullo.Koreancraftsandtradeassociationswere commissioned to create the merchandise on sale at the Seoullo Shop so that Seoullo 7017 could contribute to local economies and communities.
▶ Hours of Operation : 10:00-22:00 / Located on ground level (start of Toegye-ro Road)
Seoullo 7017 t-shirt
Seoullo 7017 magnets
Seoullo souvenir shot glasses
Interior of the Seoullo Shop
Seoullo Travelers' Cafe
▶ A comprehensive tourist information center & cafe - Seoullo Travelers' Cafe is a tourist information center and cafe that offers comprehensive tourist information with friendly service. Visitors can purchase Korean herbal tea, coffee, Seoullo 7017's official premium beer, and other refreshments.Thecenteralsooffersvisitorsotherconveniences such as smart lockers (IoT-based), PC computers to make Seoul travel reservations, and use of printer-copiers and fax machines.
▶ Hours of Operation : 10:00-22:00 / Located on Toegye-ro Traffic Island
Exterior of Seoullo Travelers' Cafe
Roving tourist information guides
Purchase the Discover Seoul Pass and other convenient travel items
7017 Seoul Bibimbap
▶ Bibimbap, the healthy Korean food beloved by all - 7017 Seoul Bibimbap is a casual Hansik dinery featuring Korean food made from fresh and healthy ingredients. In addition to the eponymous bibimbap, menu items include potato jeon, dotori-muk (acorn jelly salad), makgeolli (rice wine) and beer. 10famouschefsfromaroundtheworldworked with the Seoullo City Chef Association to create special bibimbap recipes just for 7017 Seoul Bibimbap. Diners will also be able to order special seasonal bibimbap.
▶ Hours of Operation : 11:30-22:00 (last order 21:00) / Located on Seoullo's lower section (by Malli-dong Plaza)
Exterior of 7017 Seoul Bibimbap
Chef Hooni Kim's special salmon bibimbap
Wild vegetable bibimbap and bulgogi bibimbap
Rose Bingsu
▶ Delicious bingsu topped with injeolmi rice cakes and sweet red bean - Rose Bingsu specializes in the popular Korean dessert bingsu. The injeolmi and red bean bingsu is a wonderful blend of sweet and chewy flavors and textures. Rose Bingsu also offers sweet potato pastries, red bean pastries, and light refreshments suchascoffee.
▶ Hours of Operation : 10:00-22:00 / Located on Seoullo's upper section (behind the Rose Stage)
Red bean pastries
Injeolmi and red bean bingsu
Coffee & seasonal drinks
Hydrangea Bread
▶ Korean-style grilled sandwiches + coffee - Popular with locals and foreign tourists, Korean-style grilled sandwiches are made with a variety of healthy ingredients at Hydrangea Bread. Sandwiches are grilled fresh on-site each day. Visitors can also purchase bread separately to take with them.
▶ Hours of Operation : Weekdays 11:00-22:00 / Weekends & Holidays 10:00-22:00 / Located on Seoullo's upper section
Korean-style grilled sandwiches and coffee
Sandwich preparations
Magnolia Cafe
▶ A retro Korean dessert cafe - This retro take-out cafe offers a range of seasonal Korean treats. Try their special Seoullo 7017 coffee, made with mixed grains or the organic soft-serve ice cream. Indulge your sweet tooth at Magnolia Cafe.
▶ Hours of Operation : 10:00-22:00 / Located on Seoullo's upper section
Luxe branding
Organic soft-serve ice cream
Coffee & seasonal drinks
Acorn Sweets
▶ A snack stand with Korean-style buns and more - Special Seoullo-themed snacks sold exclusively at Seoullo 7017 can be found at Acorn Sweets. Try the 7017 Acorn Sweets, as these tasty acorn-shaped buns can only be found at Seoullo 7017. Bite-sized and filled with custard cream and nuts, Acorn Sweetsaretheperfectportablesnack.
▶ Hours of Operation : Weekdays 11:00-22:00 / Weekends 10:00-22:00 / Located on Seoullo's lower section
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보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
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예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
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Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)