Mapo-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Mapo-gu
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
Property was very clean and staff was extremely helpful. Excellent value.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Beautiful, clean room with well-appointed bathroom and great view. We appreciated the welcome snacks! Found a spider on my pillow but not a big deal.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
Extremely convenient with the seoul subway right below the hotel
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
Gym is small but good enough for basic exercise.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Staff was very helpful, great views, and great restaurants. The location is arguably the best in Seoul.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean room, friendly staff, no issues, helped with taxi onwards, nice pool and gym facilities
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
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 Yongsan Electronics Market.
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.
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 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.
Mapo-gu Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Mapo-gu by Star Rating
- Choose Your Mapo-gu Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Seoul neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Seoul World Cup Stadium
- YG Entertainment Building
- Haneul Park
- Nanji Hangang Park
- MBC Headquarters
- KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae
- Hongdae Music Show Theatre
- Mecenatpolis Mall
- Gyeongui Line Forest Park
- Yeonnam-dong Community Service Center
- Yanghwajin Foreign Missionary Cemetery
- Seogyo Yesool Shilheom Center
Hotels in Mapo-gu by Star Rating
Choose Your Mapo-gu Hotel Style
Hotels Near Mapo-gu, Seoul
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