Seoul Gangnam Walking Tour with Bongeunsa Temple, Starfield Library and Korean BBQ Dinner

Explore Bongeunsa Temple, Starfield Library, and Gangnam Style Statue on a guided walking tour capped with a full Korean meal and drink.

Getting started

Meet your guide at Bongeunsa Station Exit 2, located in the Gangnam district with public transportation nearby. After a brief introduction, you will begin your guided walking tour toward Bongeunsa Temple. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and the route is suitable for strollers but not wheelchair accessible.

What to expect

Bongeunsa Temple

Bongeunsa Temple sits in the middle of Gangnam, creating a calm contrast to the surrounding cityscape. Your guided walking tour starts here, giving you time to experience this peaceful oasis before heading into the busier streets nearby.

Features

• This visit to Bongeunsa Temple highlights how the temple grounds feel like a quiet enclave inside modern Seoul, with space to pause before continuing your walk.
• As part of the guided walking tour, your guide helps you navigate the temple area and then leads you from Bongeunsa Temple toward the next Gangnam stops on foot.

Gangnam Style Statue

Near the heart of Gangnam, the Gangnam Style Statue celebrates the global impact of K-pop. The stop adds a playful, pop-culture twist to your route after the temple visit.

Features

• You visit the Gangnam Style Statue to capture playful photos and see how it reflects Gangnam's role in contemporary K-pop culture.
• This stop is included in your guided walking tour, so your guide manages timing, photo opportunities, and the short walk onward to Starfield Library.

Starfield Library

Starfield Library sits inside COEX Mall and is known for its tall shelves filled with books. It forms the modern, indoor centerpiece of your Gangnam walk after time outdoors at the statue and temple.

Features

• During your visit to Starfield Library, you can take in its architectural layout and see the towering bookshelves that define this open public space.
• Entry to Starfield Library is part of your guided walking tour, and your guide leads you through COEX Mall so you can comfortably reach and explore the library area.

Korean BBQ dinner

After exploring Gangnam's spiritual, cultural, and modern landmarks, the experience shifts to food. You gather at a hidden local restaurant in the area for a sit-down meal.

Features

• A full Korean meal is included, centered on Korean BBQ at a local spot that lets you experience flavors associated with the neighborhood.
• With your dinner, you receive 1 bottle of spirits or a non-alcoholic drink, choosing between options such as local brews, soju, or a non-alcoholic alternative to match your preference.