Best Rooftop Cafes In Seoul To Enjoy The Best View Of The City
From warm atmospheres to trendy hip spots! Enjoy the best view of Seoul at these beautiful rooftop cafes this summer.
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Do you like going to rooftop cafes? It's the best place to soak up the sun during the summer season.
There are so many beautiful rooftop cafes in Seoul where you can relax while looking at the view of the city.
Today, I'm going to introduce some of the most popular rooftop cafes among Koreans!
Hotel Seine
Address: 서울특별시 종로구 낙원동 돈화문로11길 28-5
28-5 Donhwamun-ro, 11-gil, Nakwon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Hours: 12:00-22:00
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Hotel Seine is the most famous cafe in Ikseon-dong, one of the most popular places in Seoul.
Their canelés are particularly famous for being very delicious.
It's a cafe that was remodeled from an old inn and its interior was inspired by the movie Grand Budapest Hotel.
It is also known as one of the filming locations for the drama Hotel Del Luna starring IU and Yeo Jin-goo.
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The interior of the cafe is beautifully decorated with antique designs, but the main highlight of this cafe is the rooftop.
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Ikseon-dong is where Hanok VIllage is, so if you sit on the rooftop, you can see the Hanok Village surrounded by the tall buildings of Jongno.
It's very unique as it allows you to see the past and present architecture of Korea at once.
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It's more spectacular if you visit during the dark as you'll see the city lights, so we recommend visiting during the late afternoon.
Seoulism
Address: 서울특별시 송파구 송파동 48-7
48-7 Songpa-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Hours:
Sun-Thu: 13:00-23:00
Fri-Sat: 13:00-24:00
Seoulism is located near Seokchon Lake Park in Jamsil and is well-known for the rooftop that offers the best view of Seoul.
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Not only will you be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and night view of Seoul, but you can also see the Lotte World Tower, the world's fifth tallest building.
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The LED sign that reads SEOUL is the most popular photo zone at this cafe.
You can take a picture with the Lotte World Tower in the background.
Their meals are also delicious, so you can enjoy a simple meal here if you'd like.
Designery Cafe
Address: 서울특별시 관악구 신사동 1465-12
1465-12 Sinsa-dong, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 09:30-23:00
Sat: 10:30-23:00
Sun: 10:30-22:30
Designery Cafe has only been open for less than 2 years but it's been all the buzz lately because of its stunning interior.
Located near Sillim Station, it offers its visitors a chance to browse around its garden and enjoy the view of Dorimcheon Stream.
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It's very unique because there is an open area in the middle of the cafe.
The design is very beautiful as it's designed by an interior design company.
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Spend some time on the rooftop at this artistic cafe with delicious drinks.
Sanmotunggi Coffee
Address: 서울특별시 종로구 부암동 백석동길 153
153 Baekseokdong-gil, Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11:00-18:00
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This cafe gained wide attraction as the filming location for the famous K-drama Coffee Prince which aired in 2007.
Above all, the view from this cafe is breathtaking as it's located on a hill along Bugaksan behind Gyeongbokgung Palace.
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It's rare to have a cafe located in the middle of a big city that is also surrounded by incredible views of nature.
It would be so nice to come here on a sunny day to look at the rare nature sceneries of Seoul.
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In addition, you can catch the sunset behind the mountain. It would be the best place for nature lovers to chill after a long day at work, don't you think?
Pres Coffee
Address: 서울특별시 송파구 송파동 42-6
42-6 Songpa-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Hours: 12:00-22:00
Mon: Closed
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Pres Coffee is a cafe located near Seokchon Lake Park, like the aforementioned Seoulism Cafe.
It is widely famous for its pretty interior designs and delicious croffle.
You can enjoy coffee and desserts while looking at the Lotte World Tower on the rooftop.
If you come here on a clear sunny day, you can see the buildings from afar.
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Snapping a picture in front of this gray-colored brick roof that says 'pres' is a must for its visitors.
Take a picture for your Instagram feed at this trendy cafe on a beautiful day!
Cafe Moonee
Address: 서울특별시 용산구 후암동 신흥로20길 37
37 Sinheung-ro 20-gil, Huam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11:00-23:00
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Cafe Moonee is a famous cafe in Haebangchon just below Namsan near Itaewon.
Haebangchon is located a little higher than other places, so the view from the rooftop is amazing.
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If you sit at this cafe with an overall warm atmosphere and look down at the view of Seoul, you'll feel so refreshed.
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If you visit during sunset, you can catch the scenery of Seoul with the sun setting in the background.
If you are ever in Itaewon, visit Cafe Moonee!
Cafe Yeonmujang
Address: 서울특별시 성수구 성수2가 1동 연무장길 36 쏘비트타워 8층
36, Yeonmujang-gil, Seongsu 2(i)-ga 1(il)-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, 8th floor.
Hours:
Mon-Tue: Closed
Wed-Sun: 12:00-21:00
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Yeonmujanng is a cafe located in Seongsu-dong near Seoul Forest. Cafe Yeonmujang is located on the top floor of an eight-story building.
The 8th floor is used as an indoor space and there is a rooftop on the top floor.
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The interior on the 8th floor is decorated with white-toned bricks and plants that add some color.
There are big windows, so when the sun is shining in, it creates a warm and gorgeous atmosphere.
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Unlike the 8th floor, the rooftop is decorated with wooden bricks, iron chairs, and tables, so it creates a different atmosphere.
It's a wonderful place to spend time looking out at the high buildings in Seongsu-dong, one of the hottest places in Seoul.
Cafe Skön
Address: 서울특별시 마포구 연남동 239-4
239-4 Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hours: 10:00-22:00
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Cafe Skön is one of the most popular cafes in Yeonnam-dong, Hongdae.
I've visited this cafe many times with my friends. It's full of delicious desserts and the interior is very cute.
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Unlike the rooftops that I introduced before, this cafe is extremely cute!
The rooftop is covered with artificial grass, so you can feel like you're on a picnic.
Wouldn't it be a memorable day to spend time here with friends or your significant other on a sunny day?
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There are also many cute and adorable goods being sold.
If you like a cutesy atmosphere, we highly recommend coming here when you're in Hongdae.
The rooftop is open until 6 pm so it's better to visit during the day.
Mmm Records
Address: 서울특별시 용산구 한남동 우사단로10길 145
145 Usadan-ro 10-gil, Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Hours
Mon-Fri: 17:00-01:00
Sat: 13:00-01:00
Sun: 13:00-12:00
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The next place on our list today is a very hip cafe and bar called Mmm Records.
Mmm Records sell a variety of drinks and foods and also exhibits various records and holds performances.
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K-pop artists such as EXO Baekhyun and BLACKPINK also visited and had a photoshoot here.
Isn't it super hip and cool?
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You can take your time relaxing on the rooftop listening to music while looking around various albums of artists that are displayed indoors.
The scenery of the Namsan Tower and Itaewon is so beautiful to look at.
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Sometimes there are performances that are held on the rooftop so if you're lucky, you can enjoy a performance at this cafe!
Garogolmok
Address: 서울 강남구 신사동 도산대로13길 36
36 Dosan-daero 13-gil, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11:00-21:00
Garogolmok is a cultural space where the amazing cafe R.about and delicious matcha shop Super Matcha are located.
Aside from the two places where you can grab a refreshing drink, Garogolmok has may small shops specializing in fashion, beauty, stationery and more.
You'll find R.about tucked cozily under the stairway on the first floor.
This cafe is famous for partnering up with premium roasteries all over the world, taking pride in their tasty coffee!
As we can all guess from their name, Super Match is expert at making drinks incorporating matcha as well as offering delicious matcha ice cream!
You'll find Super Matcha on the first floor of Garogolmok as well.
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Take the elevator up to the top floor of Garogolmok and you'll find a spacious rooftop overlooking the bustles of Garosu-gil.
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Enjoy your shopping around Garosu-gil and stop by for a refreshing beverage while taking in the breathtaking view of Seoul!
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Today we looked at some of the most beautiful rooftop cafes in Seoul.
We introduced a variety of rooftop cafes ranging from cute to hip styles. Which place did you like the most?
Let us know down in the comments below!