Mapodaegyo Bridge spans the Han River between Yonggang-dong in Mapo-gu and Yeouido-dong in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. Its lights come on 30 minutes after sunset and switch off at 23:00 (11 PM), and you don’t need a ticket to see it. You can walk to the north end from Mapo Station on Subway Line 5, or to the south end from Yeouinaru Station on the same line.
What Is Mapodaegyo Bridge?
Mapodaegyo Bridge is 1,390 m long and carries ten lanes of traffic, five in each direction. Its northern end connects to Yonggang-dong in Mapo-gu, and its southern end reaches Yeouido-dong in Yeongdeungpo-gu.
New pier lighting was installed in 2021, and it changed how the bridge looks at night. The lighting theme is “comfort and healing embraced in warm light,” and the main color is a bright, warm white. The bridge is a public structure with no admission fee, so it’s easy to fit into an evening in Seoul.
When and Where to See the Mapodaegyo Bridge Night View
Han River bridge lighting runs from 30 minutes after sunset until 23:00. The Seoul Metropolitan Government says it is adjusting these hours as an energy-saving measure because of high oil prices, so the schedule may change from day to day.
The bridge uses bright, clear LEDs so the lights stand out from nearby roads such as Gangbyeonbuk-ro and Olympic-daero. The colors were also chosen to match the lighting in Yeouido Hangang Park, so the park and the bridge look like one continuous scene after dark.
Mapodaegyo Bridge Lighting Hours and Admission
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Lighting hours | On 30 minutes after sunset, off at 23:00 (hours may vary for energy saving) |
| Admission | Free |
| Lighting color | Mainly warm white |
| Bridge size | 1,390 m long, 10 lanes (5 each way) |
| Address | 85-2 Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (서울 영등포구 여의도동 85-2) |
| Bridge lighting info | 02-300-8404 |
| Mapodaegyo Bridge info | 02-2133-1978 |
| Han River bridge lighting hours | Seoul Road Planning Office (서울시 도로기획관), 02-2133-1660 |
There’s no admission fee, so you won’t need cash or a card just to see the bridge.
How to Get to Mapodaegyo Bridge
The closest subway stations are Mapo Station (north end) and Yeouinaru Station (south end), both on Line 5. This guide doesn’t cover routes from Incheon International Airport, Seoul Station or other starting points, or taxi fares, because official sources didn’t confirm them.
| Side | Transport | Get off at | Then |
|---|---|---|---|
| North end (Mapo side) | Subway Line 5 | Mapo Station, Exit 1 or 4 | 15-minute walk |
| South end (Yeouido side) | Subway Line 5 | Yeouinaru Station, Exit 2 | 17-minute walk |
| North end (Mapo side) | Bus | Gangbyeon Hansin Koa (강변한신코아) stop | Walk from the stop |
| South end (Yeouido side) | Bus | Yeouido Park (여의도공원) stop | Walk from the stop |
Parking information couldn’t be confirmed, so public transportation is the safer choice.
Tips for Visiting Mapodaegyo Bridge
- Get there before the lights go off. The lights switch off at 23:00, so plan to arrive by about 22:00 at the latest.
- Check the lighting hours before you set out. Energy-saving measures may change the schedule. You can call the bridge lighting line (02-300-8404) or the Seoul Road Planning Office (02-2133-1660).
- Choose a side first. Mapo Station is closer to the Mapo side and Yeouinaru Station is closer to the Yeouido side. From either station, the walk to the bridge takes 15–17 minutes.
- Call 1330 if you need help in another language. The 1330 Travel Hotline (+82-2-1330) has help in Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time do the Mapodaegyo Bridge lights turn on and off?
They turn on 30 minutes after sunset and turn off at 23:00. Hours are being adjusted as an energy-saving measure because of high oil prices, so they may differ on some days.
Which station should I use to see the Mapodaegyo Bridge night view?
Get off at Mapo Station or Yeouinaru Station, both on Subway Line 5. The north end is a 15-minute walk from Exit 1 or 4 of Mapo Station. The south end is a 17-minute walk from Exit 2 of Yeouinaru Station.
Is there an admission fee for Mapodaegyo Bridge?
No. Mapodaegyo Bridge is a public structure, and seeing it is free.
Can I get there by bus?
Yes. For the north end, get off at the Gangbyeon Hansin Koa (강변한신코아) stop. For the south end, get off at the Yeouido Park (여의도공원) stop. Walk to the bridge from either stop.
What color are the Mapodaegyo Bridge lights?
The main color is a bright, warm white. The lighting theme is “comfort and healing embraced in warm light,” and the colors are similar to the lighting in Yeouido Hangang Park.
Do I need cash or a card?
Not to see the bridge. There’s no admission fee, so you won’t need to pay for anything.
Can I get help in English?
Yes, through the 1330 Travel Hotline. Call +82-2-1330 for help in Korean, English, Japanese or Chinese.
Who do I contact with questions about Mapodaegyo Bridge?
The number depends on your question. For the bridge lighting, call 02-300-8404. For the bridge itself, call 02-2133-1978. For Han River bridge lighting hours, call the Seoul Road Planning Office at 02-2133-1660.
