When going to Gwangjingyo 8th Street, you can make the route more stable by deciding on the subway route, station, and exit before the bus route. This article focuses on the order of starting from the station, walking to the site, and returning to the subway, based on information on night view attractions released at Seoul Open Data Plaza.
For Gwangjingyo 8th Street, check the subway line first.
In the original Seoul Open Data Plaza, the subway access information here is listed as “Gwangnaru Station on Subway Line 5 (about 15 minutes on foot), Cheonho Station on Subway Line 5 (about 15 minutes on foot).” When going to see the night view, use this guide as a reference point from the departure station, and check the relevant route and exit signs first while inside the station.
At night, even at the same station, the pedestrian flow at each exit and the location of the crosswalk significantly change the perceived travel time. Entering the address rather than the place name as the destination in the map app and then checking the subway stop, exit, and walking route on one screen makes it easier to plan than relying on bus transfers.
Gwangjingyo 8th Street as seen through Seoul city public information
[Into the space of culture and art] Gwangjin Bridge 8th Street is an observatory under the bridge, one of only three in the world. Gwangjingyo 8th Street is a cultural space for citizens to recharge their cultural sensibilities and enjoy a comfortable rest by creating various cultural contents through performances and exhibitions in the best scenery. We invite you to the culture and art space of Gwangjingyo 8th Street, provided by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. It is an observation rest area that delights the eyes, ears, and five senses with performances tailored to monthly themes and the creation of an exhibition space that matches the theme. Usage hours Usage hours Classification January February March April May June July August September October November December Opening hours Closed Closed 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 Closed Closing time Closed Closed 18:00 20:00 20:00 20:00 20:00 20:00 20:00 20:00 18:00 Closed
The night view is an itinerary to experience the lighting and surrounding walking environment after the sun sets. Rather than just looking at the viewpoint and moving quickly, you can reduce having to retrace your steps at the site by deciding in advance where you will stay after arrival, where you will take pictures, and the station you will return home from.
Look at the address and exit from the station to the site.
The published address is “527-2, Cheonho-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul.” After getting off, rather than just memorizing the exit number, open this address again to start walking directions. Even in the same station area, the entrance to the park, the north and south ends of the bridge, and the actual entrance to the cultural facility may be different.
Before exiting the exit, check the station's electronic signboard and exit map first, and check the main street direction and crosswalk once more on the ground. Traveling at night is much easier if you choose a road with wide sidewalks and lights rather than taking unreasonable shortcuts.
Please check operating hours and entrance fees on the day of departure.
The published operating hours are “April to October (12:00 to 20:00), March and November (12:00 to 18:00).” The paid/free category is registered as “free.” Usage fee information is “free.” Nighttime operations, admission deadlines, and event date controls may vary from time to time, so please check the official website and on-site notices on the day of your visit.
In particular, access to some areas of parks, squares, and waterfront spaces may be restricted depending on weather, events, and facility inspections. It is a good idea to first decide on the end time of the tour based on the last subway train, and leave enough walking time to return home after arriving at the site.
Plan your way home around the subway.
The exit you used to come in is not always the best exit to get home. After finishing the tour, check again the nearest station entrance and the direction of the line you want to board before moving on. If the last train is close, compare routes with fewer transfers first, and within a station, select a platform based on the actual destination on the electronic display rather than the route color.
The subway access information in this article is a compilation of information registered in Seoul's open data. Train operations, exit openings, and pedestrian control may change in real time, so please use the Seoul Transportation Corporation and on-site guidance as the final guideline just before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
At which subway station can I get off at Gwangjingyo 8th Street?
Seoul City's public data indicates that it is “Gwangnaru Station on Subway Line 5 (approximately 15 minutes on foot) and Cheonho Station on Subway Line 5 (approximately 15 minutes on foot).” Please check the map and station signs on the day of your visit for the actual exit and walking route.
Is it better to take the subway rather than the bus?
This guide focuses on how to first determine the subway route, station, and exit. However, if you are traveling after the last train, accompanying a vulnerable person, or in a situation where there is on-site control, compare taxis and other means as well.
Where can I check operating hours and admission fees?
Please check the original operating hours and usage fee information of Seoul Open Data Plaza and the official website of each location. Nighttime operations and admission deadlines are announced on the day of visit.
Check Official Information Before You Go
Operating hours, fares, exits, and facility information may change. Check the official information and station signs below before travelling.