Mapo-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Mapo-gu

Popular places to visit

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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 culturally rich area.

Hongik University
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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
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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
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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
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Trickeye Museum

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Trickeye Museum in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Trickeye Museum
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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

Activities

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Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip

AU$80
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip
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Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping

AU$83
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping
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DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge

AU$105
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
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DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red Suspension bridge)

AU$83
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red Suspension bridge)
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Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm

AU$105
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm
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From Seoul: Classic K-Drama Dae Jang Geum Park Tour

AU$113
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

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 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$162
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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! (521 reviews)
"The reception is very nice."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
L7 Hongdae
L7 Hongdae
4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$265 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
AU$265
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Nice & clean good location."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

L7 Hongdae
LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
3 out of 5
109, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$168 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$168
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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! (1,014 reviews)
"Many dining options at the basement level. Connected to subway station and there is a lotte premium supermarket to get essentials needs! Check in process was easy and room was clean."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Mapo
Shilla Stay Mapo
Shilla Stay Mapo
4 out of 5
83 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is AU$174 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
AU$174
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
"Very clean looking. But only one outlet that is not located next to the bed which is inconvenient"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Shilla Stay Mapo
RYSE, Autograph Collection Seoul by Marriott
RYSE, Autograph Collection Seoul by Marriott
4.5 out of 5
130, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$309 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
AU$309
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Perfect location and best interior and services."

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2024

RYSE, Autograph Collection Seoul by Marriott
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
188 Yanghwa-ro, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is AU$216 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
AU$216
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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 breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Excellent!!
"Excellent hotel and helpful staff. Great location."

Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae, an IHG Hotel
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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 Trickeye Museum, 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 Seoul Museum of Art and Deoksugung Palace, 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 Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

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