Popular New Attraction: Seoullo 7017 — A One-Day Itinerary Featuring 10 Must-Visit Spots

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

The newly developed Korean attraction “Seoullo 7017,” an elevated garden walkway, has sparked a wave of interest. The South Korean government revitalized this old elevated highway built in 1970, transforming it into a popular new tourist landmark. Below is a curated list of ten worthwhile attractions and a recommended route that combines travel, relaxation, entertainment, and dining — all the fun elements of food and fun. Visitors can refer to and adjust the itinerary as they wish.

Namdaemun Market → Seoullo Rooftop → Magnolia Plaza (Magnolia Stage) → Seoullo Traveler’s Café → Sky Nature Rest Area → Playground Space → Rose Plaza (Rose Stage) → 7017 Seoul Flower Stand → Courtyard Classroom → Manweol-dong Plaza

Namdaemun Market
Aside from clothing for children, women, and men, Namdaemun Market also sells textiles, kitchenware, gifts, folk crafts, local specialties, daily necessities, accessories, and other everyday items, making it Korea’s largest comprehensive market.

Magnolia & Rose Plazas
Seoullo 7017 is a great place for taking all kinds of commemorative photos, and the observation decks near “Rose Plaza” and “Magnolia Plaza” are especially recommended photo spots.

Sky Nature Rest Area
Along Seoullo 7017, over 50 families and 228 species of flowers and trees have been planted, turning the entire area into a massive outdoor arboretum. It provides a cool space to escape the scorching summer sun and relax. Among them, Rose Plaza offers a romantic ambiance with gorgeous roses as the backdrop.