Mapo-gu Travel Guide

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Hongdae which includes night scenes, a city and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Hongik University

Hongik University

4.5/5(77 reviews)

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

Hongik University
Seoul World Cup Stadium

Seoul World Cup Stadium

4/5(13 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
Haneul Park

Haneul Park

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

Haneul Park
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 culturally rich area.

Nanji Hangang Park
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
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

Things to do

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

฿411
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,369
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall

Seoul: DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall

฿1,384
per adult
Seoul: DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall
Chenggyecheon Stream in Seoul Night tour_PLK Travel

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

฿1,434
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

฿1,657
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

฿84
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
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Top hotels in Mapo-gu

LOTTE City Hotel Mapo

LOTTE City Hotel Mapo

3 out of 5
109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿2,759 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,759
฿3,035 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,318 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae

4 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿2,874 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,874
฿3,162 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,059 reviews)
"Overall the hotel is quiet and clean close to subway and bus. I went during summer time the AC is not cool enough when you first return to the room. They did offer to send in a fan to help cool me down."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,679 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,679
฿4,047 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,207 reviews)
"Easy check out and there is a nice common area for waiting."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG

3.5 out of 5
188 Yanghwa-ro, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,290 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿3,290
฿3,619 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and excellent service."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae

4 out of 5
144, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,229 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,229
฿4,652 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews)
"We used this hotel as a base for our stay in Seoul. We were made very welcome at check in by Lyn Woo and asked if there was anything they could do for us. Nice hotel in a good location with access to transport very easy."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,679 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿3,679
฿4,047 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,718 reviews)
"Great location. Clean room. Nice breakfast buffet. Very professional and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
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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(11 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(31 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(86 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

Mapo-gu Travel Guide