Banpo-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Banpo-dong
Popular places to visit
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 vibrant area.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
South Korean: Golden Blue Marina Luxury Yacht Experience on the Han River
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour
Top hotels in Banpo-dong
JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banpo-dong
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon 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.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero 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 Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple. 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.
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.
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Everland
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Garosu-gil
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral