Popular places to visit
Hongik University
Explore the campus of Hongik University during your travels in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Seoul World Cup Stadium
Football and music fans won’t want to miss visiting this sports complex and events space in the shape of a traditional Korean kite.
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.
YG Entertainment Building
After visiting YG Entertainment Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
South Korea: Lotte World Tower
DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. Suspension Bridge
Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Top hotels in Mapo-gu
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
Great food options around
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Localstitch Creator Town Seogyo
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Staff was helpful and the room is clean
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
Very straightforward service for business professionals. Clean and efficient.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
this hotel was perfect, loved the breakfast and the cafe downstairs was super convenient. staff were really nice as well.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Overall, we did enjoy our stay at this hotel. Our suite was very nice. It was conveniently located. But view from our room was a construction site. Couldn't see the N Seoul Tower. Cons: 1) The breakfast options was terrible. It was mostly carbs: waffle, noodle, fried rice, japchae, salad pasta, toast ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mapo-gu
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.
Yeongdeungpo-gu
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.
Yongsan-gu
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 N Seoul Tower.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Statue of Sejong the Great. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
