Yeouido 59The Hyundai Seoul, Han River Park
Photo: KTOYeouido sits on an island in the Han River. The Hyundai Seoul is a vast department store with indoor gardens and pop-ups, while Yeouido Han River Park is great for picnics and sunset walks — and famous for spring cherry blossoms.
The river park is loveliest at sunset — shop first, then head to the riverside.
Main spots
- The Hyundai SeoulOne of Seoul's largest department stores, with an indoor garden and many pop-ups.
Photo: KTO
Yeouido Hangang ParkRiverside picnics and sunset walks; famous for spring cherry blossoms.
Best time to visit
Shop at The Hyundai Seoul in the afternoon, then head to Hangang Park at dusk for both sunset and night views.
Half-day route
- From Yeouido Station to The Hyundai Seoul
- See the indoor garden and pop-ups
- Walk to Yeouido Hangang Park
- Eat convenience-store ramyeon by the river
- Night view from the 63 Building observatory (check hours)
During the spring cherry blossom festival and the autumn fireworks festival, crowds are huge and roads close. Check dates in advance.
Getting there
Nearest: Yeouido Stn (Lines 5, 9) / Yeouinaru Stn (Line 5)
| From | Route | Time | Fare (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incheon Airport | AREX all-stop train → change at Gimpo Airport → Line 9 (Express) | ~63 min | 5,500 KRW |
| Gimpo Airport | Line 9 (Express) | ~20 min | 1,650 KRW |
| Seoul Station | AREX (all-stop) → change at Gongdeok to Line 5 | ~20 min | 1,550 KRW |
From Incheon you can also take the AREX Express to Seoul Station (~43 min, ₩13,000) or an airport limousine bus (₩16,000–18,000).
Nearby areas
| To | Route | Time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hongdae · Yeonnam | Line 9 → change at Dangsan to Line 2 | ~15 min | 1,550 KRW |
| Ikseon-dong · Insadong | Line 5 | ~18 min | 1,550 KRW |
| Itaewon · Hannam | Line 5 → change at Gongdeok to Line 6 | ~18 min | 1,550 KRW |
| Gangnam · Sinsa | Line 9 (Express) → change at Express Bus Terminal to Line 3 | ~22 min | 1,650 KRW |
Fares are adult transit-card estimates as of 2026-10.
FAQ
What is the nearest station to Yeouido?
Yeouido Stn (Lines 5, 9) / Yeouinaru Stn (Line 5).
How long from Incheon Airport to Yeouido?
About 63 minutes by AREX and subway, roughly ₩5,500 (AREX all-stop train → change at Gimpo Airport → Line 9 (Express)).
How much time do I need in Yeouido?
For the main spots, allow about 2 hours. The river park is loveliest at sunset — shop first, then head to the riverside.