Visit Mapo-gu
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 vibrant 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Our pick of the best Mapo-gu Hotel Deals
Seoul Garden Hotel
"Staff were not helpfully. It was difficult to get any help."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Glad Mapo
"Good location, Clean room, friend and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
"Great hotel with a cafe on the first floor and a restaurant on the 2nd floor. Greta bakery shops near by within a 10 min walk. Also has a bus stop right now to the hotel that gets u anywhere you need to go. Well priced with a nice room."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae
"I’m puzzled by all the great reviews for this hotel. At this price range I did expect a cleaner and more maintained room. My main complaint is the cleanliness mainly in the bathroom. There were blinds in the bathroom that had such a thick layer of dust and also the gap under the window had dust too. ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
"Staff went truly above and beyond — a highlight of our trip The location is excellent — metro right on the doorstep, surrounded by cafés, restaurants, and lively side streets full of shops, young energy, and things to do. A great base for exploring the city. Breakfast is decent without being remarkable. ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
"Everything was so perfect"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Mapo-gu
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
