Mapo-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mapo-gu
Mapo-gu
Mapo-gu
Mapo-gu
Hongdae which includes night scenes, street scenes and a city

Popular places to visit

Hongik University

Hongik University

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Explore the campus of Hongik University during your travels in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Hongik University
Seoul World Cup Stadium

Seoul World Cup Stadium

4/5(4 reviews)

Football and music fans won’t want to miss visiting this sports complex and events space in the shape of a traditional Korean kite.

Seoul World Cup Stadium
Hongdae Street

Hongdae Street

You can enjoy the entertainment at Hongdae Street during your travels to Seoul. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Hongdae Street
Nanji Hangang Park

Nanji Hangang Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nanji Hangang Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Nanji Hangang Park
Haneul Park

Haneul Park

Explore the great outdoors at Haneul Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Haneul Park
Trickeye Museum

Trickeye Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Trickeye Museum during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Trickeye Museum

Activities

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)

AU$90
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option

Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option

AU$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
Seoul Night Tour

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

AU$71
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

AU$145
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Seoul to/from Nami Island: Round-Trip Shuttle Service

Seoul to/from Nami Island: Round-Trip Shuttle Service

AU$35
per adult
Seoul to/from Nami Island: Round-Trip Shuttle Service
From Seoul: Classic K-Drama Dae Jang Geum Park Tour

From Seoul: Classic K-Drama Dae Jang Geum Park Tour

AU$87
per adult
From Seoul: Classic K-Drama Dae Jang Geum Park Tour
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Our pick of the best Mapo-gu Hotel Deals

LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
3 out of 5
109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$164 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,082 reviews)
"Best hotel I’ve ever stayed in and very big and luxurious. Out does any fancy hotel in LA by far. I stayed in a double bed room as one person, two people probably would fit comfortably too."

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE
4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$255 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$255
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,085 reviews)
"Pillows on the bed excellent. Super duper excellent"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
3.5 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$162 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews)
"It is accessible to transports, good location, clean, amazing staff and restaurants in the building."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Localstitch Creator Town Seogyo
Localstitch Creator Town Seogyo
3 out of 5
460-25 Seogyo-dong Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (307 reviews)
"Perfectly located walking distance from the Seoul metro, and hongdae walking street. The area is quiet and safe but not too far from the lively areas oh hongdae."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

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Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
4 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$190 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,073 reviews)
"The hotel is pretty close to a subway station making it really convenient to travel around."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
3.5 out of 5
188 Yanghwa-ro, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$275 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Love this location"

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Mapo-gu

Hongdae which includes outdoor art, street scenes and a city

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

Hongdae
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Yeongdeungpo-gu

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.

Yeongdeungpo-gu
War Memorial of Korea featuring signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Yongsan-gu

4/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.

Yongsan-gu
Deoksugung Palace showing a garden as well as a small group of people

Sogong-dong

Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.

Sogong-dong
Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

Hoehyeon-dong

While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.

Hoehyeon-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

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