Banpo-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Seoul St. Mary's Hospital
If Seoul St. Mary's Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Seoul.
Korea Local Information Center
Korea Local Information Center is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich 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 vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain
Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
National Library of Korea
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Library of Korea in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: NANTA Show Ticket at Myeongdong or Hongdae Theater
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Our pick of the best Banpo-dong Hotel Deals
JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
It was good.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
This remains my favorite hotel! The rooms are so spacious and clean, and the front desk could not be more courteous. We arrived to the hotel a little early and didn't think we'd be able to check in yet, but they accommodated us immediately.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Nice hotel and amazing location
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean room, great amenities. Washer/dryer was very convenient. The master bedroom closet was very spacious, but could've used more coat hangers and/or hooks. The kitchen is functional but not many utensils or dishes available (apparently you can rent more) - we only used the kettle and the fridge ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
The Shilla Seoul
Beutiful service!
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
An amazing stay as always. Good location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banpo-dong
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
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.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office 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.
Banpo-dong Travel Guide
- Banpo Hangang Park
- Seoul St. Mary's Hospital
- National Library of Korea
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Namdaemun Market
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Gwanghwamun
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Ski World at Konjiam Resort
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
