Popular places to visit
Hongik University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hongik University, during your travels in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Hongdae Street
You can enjoy the entertainment at Hongdae Street during your travels to Seoul. While you're here, you can savor 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 vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae during your travels in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nami and Petite France Tour with Optional K-Garden
Top hotels in Mapo-gu
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
Room is spacious and bed is comfy
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Nice place to stay overnight
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Seoul Hongdae by IHG
Subway exit 20 yards
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Seoul Garden Hotel
Friendly staff, mediocre room, hotel showing it’s age. Gym is bad.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
Room was excellent. The staff were quick and very helpful. Location was convenient to the subway. Would definitely stay here again if I come back to Seoul
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Really good
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mapo-gu
Hongdae
Spend some time visiting places like Hongdae Street while getting to know Hongdae, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard 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
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Yongsan-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Yongsan Electronics Market is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station to see more of the area.
Sogong-dong
Visitors to Sogong-dong love its popular shops, and you can check out Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate. If you want to see more in the area, 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.
