Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원) - Area information - Korea travel information

Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)

7.7 Km    95019     2022-12-16

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3780-0541

Banpo Hangang Park is located on the southern side of the river centering on Banpo Bridge (Jamsu Bridge) between Hamnam Bridge (upstream) and Dongjak Bridge (downstream). The Rainbow Fountain built on both sides of Banpo Bridge was registered in The Guinness Book of Records in 2008 as the longest bridge fountain in the world with a total length of 1,140 meters. At night, over 200 lights create a fantastic view of a beautiful rainbow.

In addition, the park is equipped with sports facilities including bubble playground, in-line skating track, soccer field, and basketball court. You may also enjoy the gorgeous view of Hangang River and skyscrapers on the riverside from Gureum and Noeul cafes, lookout places located on the southernmost part of Dongjak Bridge.

Seoraeseom Island which connects from Banpo Hangang River Park is an artificially created island to provide a leisure space for Seoul urbanites. Every spring, the place is flooded with waves of canola flowers and people to enjoy picnic and spring events like ‘Searaeseom Butterfly, Canola Flower Festival’.

Your joyful experience in the park doesn’t end here - there are more things to see and enjoy including a nature experience field, boat quay, bike lane, and picnic spots.

Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)

Banpo Seoraeseom Island (반포 서래섬)

7.7 Km    19795     2018-02-02

40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Banpo Seoraeseom Island is an artificial island built in the mid-1980s. Located in Banpo-jigu District by the Hangang riverside, the island is connected to Hangang Banpo Park by three bridges. The island features weeping willows along the edges, as well as a migratory bird habitat, flower garden, water ski site, and more.

Zero Complex (제로 컴플렉스)

7.8 Km    0     2017-02-16

113, Donggwang-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Equipped with culinary skills learned in France, Chef Lee Choong-hu presents sensual cuisines of his own design at Zero Complex. Seasonal ingredients are used to prepare menus that change on a monthly basis.

Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel (임피리얼 팰리스 부티크 호텔)

Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel (임피리얼 팰리스 부티크 호텔)

7.8 Km    29700     2021-03-09

221, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Situated in the heart of Itaewon, an international shopping district in Seoul, Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel has the perfect location for business and leisure travelers. The guestrooms are decorated with pop-art paintings to give a more comfortable and trendy ambience. The hotel also provides a conference room, gym, dining options, and more.

Olive Young - Sagajeong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 사가정역)

Olive Young - Sagajeong Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 사가정역)

7.8 Km    0     2024-04-17

Store #103, Geukjang Bldg., 310, Myeonmok-ro, Jungnang-gu, Seoul

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Gwacheon Chusa Museum (추사박물관(과천))

7.8 Km    3957     2023-07-14

78, Chusa-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2150-3650

Gwacheon was where Chusa Gim Jeong-hui immersed himself in studies and arts to ignite his final artistic spirit in the twilight of his life. The city of Gwacheon opened Chusa Museum in order to promulgate the essence of the learning and arts that Chusa flowered. The museum features the life exhibit of Chusa, an art and science exhibit, a planned exhibit hall, an experience room, lounges, a museum shop and an education room for thoroughly researching, exhibiting and experiencing Chusa.

Olive Young - Gachon Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 가천대)

Olive Young - Gachon Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 가천대)

7.9 Km    0     2024-04-19

B3F #B304-3, 1342, Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

7.9 Km    0     2024-04-17

410, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

7.9 Km    100721     2022-12-15

60-16, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2014-6901

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern art works by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the art works on display, since the museum's three buildings were designed by internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and Rem Koolhaas.

MUSEUM 1 houses traditional Korean art, such as calligraphy, paintings, ceramic arts, and metal craftwork, while MUSEUM 2 displays modern and contemporary art by both Korean and international artists.

Cheonggyesan Mountain (청계산)

7.9 Km    77752     2024-03-20

Makgye-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-2-2155-6870

Standing at 618 meters above sea level, Cheonggyesan Mountain boarders the area of Yangjae-dong, Seoul and Gwacheon-si, Seongnam-si, and Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do. From the top, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Seoul's city center and Gyeonggi-do. The mountain is well-maintained with various hiking trails, making it easy to climb even for beginners. In the fall, the mountain is known for its stunning fall foliage, attracting numerous visitors.