Banpo-dong Travel Guide
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Visit Banpo-dong
Popular places to visit

Central City Shopping Mall
During your trip to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Central City Shopping Mall. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Seoul Floating Islands
Explore the great outdoors at Seoul Floating Islands, a lovely green space in Seoul. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.

Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

N Seoul Tower
This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.

Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket

Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
Top hotels in Banpo-dong

Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Everything about our stay was amazing."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"While the hotel is located in an older area, I appreciate the modern building and the convenience of the en-suite laundry. However, I was disappointed to learn that guests are required to pay for luggage storage after checking out."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Lotte Hotel World
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Great hotel in nice area."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
"Clean hotel in the center of Myeongdong"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Banpo-dong

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 COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. 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.




















