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A skin clinic near Seoul City Hall
From the hotels and offices around City Hall, Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin is one stop away on Line 1 — get off at Jonggak and the clinic is about 5 minutes on foot.
Where the clinic is from City Hall
The City Hall area is the civic heart of Seoul, home to Seoul Plaza, Deoksugung Palace, large business hotels and many company offices. It sits just west of the clinic's neighbourhood, between Seoul Station to the south-west and Gwanghwamun to the north.
Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin is in Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu. It is a short subway ride from City Hall: Line 1 runs from City Hall straight to Jonggak, the next stop, and the clinic is about 5 minutes on foot from Jonggak. If you prefer, Line 2 also connects City Hall with Euljiro 1-ga, another station about 5 minutes from the clinic.
How to get here
- Line 1: City Hall to Jonggak, then about 5 minutes on foot towards Cheonggyecheon-ro.
- Line 2: City Hall to Euljiro 1-ga, then about 5 minutes on foot north towards the stream.
- Bus: several routes stop at Jongno 2-ga · Samilgyo, about a minute from the building.
- From the airport: from Incheon, AREX takes you to Seoul Station; Line 1 then runs via City Hall to Jonggak, two stops in all. See Getting Here from Incheon Airport .
Why visitors near City Hall choose Obliv
Many guests staying around City Hall are business travellers or visitors on a tightly planned itinerary. They want a clinic that is easy to reach, open late and clear about why it recommends a treatment.
- Director-led care. A director sees you from the first consultation.
- Diagnosis before devices. Our 8-layer Skin Architecture model looks at where a concern starts — from the epidermis and dermis through fat and fascia to muscle and bone — so the depth is decided before the device.
- Skin imaging. Mark-Vu skin analysis can help show pores, pigment, wrinkles, redness and oil–moisture balance.
- Barrier protection. We reinforce the barrier before main treatments and protect it after, then prescribe pH-5.5-matched home care.
- Evening hours. Skin, body and scalp clinics are open until 21:00 on weekdays.
Popular treatments for business travellers
If you have meetings during your stay, the doctor may suggest treatments with little visible downtime:
- Thermage or Ultherapy PRIME for lifting and tightening; changes are often noticeable in 1–3 months, with the final result at 3–6 months.
- Ultherapy + Thermage combination , which pairs focused ultrasound at depth with even RF heating of the dermis.
- Botox for expression lines, working in about 3–7 days.
- Skin boosters for hydration and skin quality.
On the day of injectables, avoid touching the area for 4–6 hours and skip the sauna, alcohol and strenuous exercise — something to keep in mind before a business dinner. Treatments with more recovery time, such as CO2 resurfacing, are better saved for a trip with fewer commitments.
Booking
Message us on WhatsApp in English with your dates and free times. Skin, body and scalp clinics are open weekdays 10:00–21:00 and weekends 10:00–19:00. For costs, ask us on WhatsApp for a personalised quote.
Getting back to City Hall after your appointment
The return journey is as simple as the trip out. Walk about 5 minutes back to Jonggak and take Line 1 one stop to City Hall, or head south to Euljiro 1-ga and take Line 2. If you would rather not use the subway, buses run from the Jongno 2-ga · Samilgyo stop about a minute from the building.
A few practical points make the evening easier:
- Book a later slot if you have meetings. Weekday hours run to 21:00, so a treatment after work leaves the night for any redness to settle before the next morning.
- Carry sunscreen and a hat. Seoul Plaza and the palace walk are open to the sun; after laser, SPF50+ is part of your aftercare. Our sun protection guide has more detail.
- Plan dinner with aftercare in mind. After injectables, skip alcohol and the hotel sauna that day.
If you have questions once you are back at your hotel, message the team on WhatsApp.
At a glance
- From City Hall: Line 1, one stop to Jonggak
- Alternative: Line 2 to Euljiro 1-ga
- Walk from station: About 5 min
- Address: Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro
- Weekdays: Open until 21:00
- Booking: WhatsApp in English
Questions from City Hall visitors
What is the quickest way from City Hall?
Take Line 1 one stop to Jonggak, then walk about 5 minutes to Pagoda Tower on Cheonggyecheon-ro. Line 2 to Euljiro 1-ga is another option.
Can I come after a day of meetings?
Yes. The skin, body and scalp clinics are open until 21:00 on weekdays. Let us know on WhatsApp when you expect to finish so we can plan your slot.
Will lifting treatment show straight away?
A pulling sensation is common right after energy lifting, with changes typically noticeable over 1–3 months and the final result at 3–6 months. Results vary from person to person.
Do I need a consultation first?
Yes. A director examines your skin and confirms suitability before treatment. Treatment can often follow on the same day.
One stop from City Hall — book a visit
Message us on WhatsApp in English. Obliv Clinic Seoul Origin, Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu — about 5 minutes on foot from Jonggak and Euljiro 1-ga stations, close to Myeongdong.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Suitability, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided with a doctor at consultation.