Baekbeom Square is a free public plaza in Namsan Park, on the lower slopes of Namsan in Hoehyeon-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. It never closes, so you can visit at any hour. From Exit 4 of Hoehyeon Station (Line 4) it’s about a 5-minute walk, and you can also walk there from Seoul Station. A viewpoint just above the square looks out over downtown Seoul and Namsan Seoul Tower.
What Is Baekbeom Square?
Baekbeom Square sits inside Namsan Park. Its centerpiece is a statue of Kim Gu, put up in August 1969. Nearby stand an equestrian statue of General Kim Yu-sin and a statue of Yi Si-yeong, with a lawn in front of the statues. Admission is free and the square is open around the clock.
The square is also the end point of the Jangchung Arena–Baekbeom Square course, part of the Namsan (Mongmyeoksan) section of the Seoul City Wall trail (한양도성 순성길). On this stretch the fortress wall runs from the back road behind Jangchung Arena up to Namsan Park. Much of the wall collapsed during the Japanese colonial period. Most of it was rebuilt under wall preservation projects from the 1970s onward and the “Namsan Je Moseup Chatgi” (남산 제 모습 찾기) project of the mid-1990s, which aimed to bring Namsan back to its original form.
Where to See the Night View at Baekbeom Square
Take the path beside the square’s information board and head uphill. You’ll come to a viewpoint where downtown Seoul and Namsan Seoul Tower appear together. Because the square stays open at night, you can still climb to this viewpoint after dark. It also works well as a last stop after walking the fortress wall trail.
Heads-Up: Namsan Campnic Nights in November 2026
From October 23 to November 14, 2026, the Seoul Metropolitan Government is holding the “2026 Namsan Night Festival” every Friday and Saturday. Its headline program, Namsan Campnic, takes place at Baekbeom Square, and the remaining dates are November 6 (Fri) and November 7 (Sat). All 600 tent and picnic-mat spots sold out as soon as booking opened.
On Campnic nights the square hosts busking sessions called Dalbit Live (달빛 라이브), outdoor movie screenings called Byeolbit Cinema (별빛 시네마), Namsan Noeul FM (남산 노을 FM), and Namsan Photogenic. A heated Warm Zone and a delivery zone will also be set up. If you’re planning an evening visit on either night, expect the festival to be running.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Remaining Campnic dates at Baekbeom Square | November 6 (Fri) and November 7 (Sat), 2026 |
| Byeolbit Cinema screenings | 11/6 The Secret Life of Pets 2, 11/7 Roman Holiday |
| Participation fee | 10,000 KRW (~$7.50 USD) per team, paid in advance (to be refunded once attendance is confirmed) |
| Booking | Opened October 12 via Naver Booking; all 600 spots sold out |
The silent DJ party Palgak Club (팔각 클럽) on November 14 (Sat) is not at Baekbeom Square. It takes place at Palgak Square (팔각광장) near N Seoul Tower, with sessions at 17:30–19:00 and 19:30–21:00.
Baekbeom Square Hours & Admission
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours | Open 24/7 |
| Admission | Free |
| Type | Park / plaza |
| Address | San 1-44, Hoehyeon-dong 1-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul (서울 중구 회현동1가 산 1-44) |
| Phone | 02-120, 02-3783-5900 |
| Website | https://parks.seoul.go.kr/template/sub/namsan.do |
How to Get to Baekbeom Square: Subway, Bus & From Seoul Station
The closest station is Hoehyeon Station on Line 4, Exit 4. The official Seoul City Wall guide puts the walk at about 5 minutes from Hoehyeon Station Exit 4 and about 10 minutes from Myeongdong Station Exit 3. A 2019 Seoul city guide gives about 9 minutes from Hoehyeon Exit 4.
| From | Transport | Get off at | Walking time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoehyeon Station | Subway Line 4 | Exit 4 | About 5 min (2019 guide: about 9 min) |
| Myeongdong Station | Subway Line 4 | Exit 3 | About 10 min |
| Seoul Station | Subway Lines 1 & 4, AREX (Airport Railroad), Gyeongui Line | Exit 10 | About 14 min (2019 guide) |
| Bus | Trunk buses 402 and 405 (2019 guide) | Baekbeom Square stop (02-215), Hilton Hotel direction | Walk from the stop |
- Walking from Seoul Station: Leave by Exit 10 and walk, or take Elevator 5 down from Seoullo 7017 on the Namsan Overpass (남산육교) side, then walk about 300 m toward Namsan Park. If you arrive on AREX, get off at Seoul Station and follow this route (based on the 2019 Seoul city guide).
- By bus: Get off at the Hilton Hotel stop or the Baekbeom Square (Hilton Hotel direction) stop and walk from there. Routes 402 and 405 come from the 2019 guide, so check that they still run before you ride.
Parking
The square has no parking lot of its own. According to the 2019 Seoul city guide, the closest paid lots are at the Ahn Jung-geun Memorial Hall, Namsan Library (run by the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education), and Yongsan Library.
Baekbeom Square Tips
- Use Hoehyeon Station, not Myeongdong. It’s about 5 minutes on foot from Hoehyeon Exit 4, compared with about 10 minutes from Myeongdong Exit 3.
- Take the path next to the information board. It leads to the viewpoint with downtown Seoul and Namsan Seoul Tower in the same view.
- Combine your visit with the Seoul City Wall trail. Baekbeom Square is where the Jangchung Arena–Baekbeom Square course ends, so it makes a good place to finish a fortress wall walk.
- Go by public transport. There’s no dedicated parking, so the subway, the bus, or the walk from Seoul Station is easier than driving.
- Expect a festival on the nights of November 6 and 7. Namsan Campnic is already fully booked, so if you’re dropping by without a reservation, know that an event will be under way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Baekbeom Square on Namsan close?
It doesn’t close. The square is open 24/7 with no time limits, so a late-night walk is no problem.
Is there an admission fee for Baekbeom Square?
No, it’s free. The square, the statues around it, and the viewpoint can all be visited at no charge.
Which subway station is closest to Baekbeom Square?
Hoehyeon Station Exit 4 on Line 4 is the closest. The official Seoul City Wall guide puts it at about a 5-minute walk, and about 10 minutes from Myeongdong Station Exit 3.
Can I walk from Seoul Station to Baekbeom Square?
Yes, you can walk there. According to the 2019 Seoul city guide, it’s about 14 minutes from Seoul Station Exit 10. You can also take Elevator 5 down from Seoullo 7017 on the Namsan Overpass side and walk about 300 m toward Namsan Park.
Is there parking near Baekbeom Square?
The square has no parking lot of its own. The 2019 Seoul city guide lists the nearest paid lots as those at the Ahn Jung-geun Memorial Hall, Namsan Library (Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education), and Yongsan Library.
Can you see Namsan Seoul Tower from Baekbeom Square?
Yes, from the viewpoint just above the square. Take the path beside the information board to reach a spot where downtown Seoul and Namsan Seoul Tower appear together.
How do I book Namsan Campnic?
Booking has already closed. Reservations opened on Naver Booking on October 12, 2026, and all 600 tent and picnic-mat spots were taken right away. The fee was 10,000 KRW (~$7.50 USD) per team, paid in advance, and it is to be refunded once attendance is confirmed.
What is there to see at Baekbeom Square?
The square has statues of Kim Gu, General Kim Yu-sin (on horseback), and Yi Si-yeong, with a lawn in front of the statues. It’s also where the Namsan section of the Seoul City Wall trail ends, so you can easily pair it with a walk along the fortress wall.
