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 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.
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 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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
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
This hotel has courteous English speaking receptionist. Cool lounge and a great breakfast buffet ( it is more like a brunch buffet with lots of food choices). Rooms are clean with all the amenities you need. And location is unbeatable. Also has a coffee shop on the second floor, Lotteria right next ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
Great location with direct access to Gongdeok station
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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
Location is great! Room is a little small. Did not use the pool. Check in and check out easy and fast.
Reviewed on 7 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 Yongsan Electronics Market.
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 Statue of Sejong the Great and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
