Opened in 2021, The Hyundai Seoul has quickly become one of the must visit shopping spots for travelers in Seoul. Located in Yeouido, it is more than just a department store. The space feels modern, open, and thoughtfully designed, making it easy to explore at your own pace.
You will find everything from luxury brands to trendy Korean brands, along with popular cafés and photo spots. What truly sets it apart is the large indoor garden in the center of the mall. It brings in natural light and creates a calm atmosphere, so even during a busy shopping day, the space feels relaxed and enjoyable. If you are planning a trip to Seoul, this is a place worth adding to your itinerary.
Information
- Address: 108 Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (서울 영등포구 여의대로 108)
- How to Get There: accessible via Yeouido Station (Lines 5 & 9), Yeouinaru Station Exit 1
- Check the official website for working hours & latest updates.
Floor Guide
The Hyundai Seoul has 8 floors (B2-6F) and the parking lot is from B6-B3!
B2 (Creative Ground)
The most popular and busiest area in The Hyundai Seoul is definitely B2. This floor is divided into countless individual stores, and many Korean streetwear labels and designer brands have their main shops located here.
Some popular brands in this floor: OIC(OIOI COLLECTION), Rockfish Weatherwear, LOEUVRE, emis, CASETIFY, MLB, ARKET CAFE, PEER, DEPOUND, STAND OIL, THE NORTH FACE WHITE LABEL, AFRICA EYEWEAR, MATIN KIM, NICEWEATHER, STARBUCKS RESERVE & more!
There's also a tax refund service kiosk available at this floor.
B1 (Tasty Seoul)
B1 is the main food hall, packed with dozens of dining spots. You will find everything from everyday Korean favorites to a wide range of international options. Some vendors are set up like food trucks, which gives the whole area a fun, lively vibe, almost like an indoor night market.
Compared to the restaurants on the sixth floor, which we will introduce later, the food here is more budget friendly. It is a great place to try different dishes without spending too much.
Some food spots to try: OSULLOC, THE RAMEN WAR, SEOUL MANDU, GODIVA BAKERY, LONDON BAGEL MUSEUM, OAK BERRY, CAMEL COFFEE, CAFE LAYERED, Teddy Beurre House, HART TIRAMISU, Lil Burger, tonkasu 1985/Salad dive, Dongbangmiin (Korean rice cake) & more!
1F (Exclusive Label) 
The first floor of The Hyundai Seoul is the luxury goods floor. You can find the global luxury brands for fashion & beauty in this floor!
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There are a total of 5 entrances on the 1st floor. You can take a look at the different entrances on the photo above. If you are coming from Yeouinaru Station, the closest entrance will be Entrance 4.
If you do enter from Entrance 4, you will see "Waterfall Garden", which is one of the main attractions of the mall. This beautiful interior architecture is a waterfall that has a garden in it and you can hear the sounds of the water flowing down and smell the fresh plants. It almost makes you feel like you are in a botanical garden rather than a mall!
Some brands you can find in this floor: GENTLE MONSTER, GUCCI, LOEWE, Louis Vuitton, RIMOWA, MONCLER, MIUMIU, Van Cleef & Arpels, BULGARI, SAINT LAURENT, DIOR, FENDI, PRADA, DIPTYQUE, LOCCITANE, CHANEL BEAUTY & more!
2F (Modern Mood)
On the second floor, you will be able to shop for modern fashion brands. There are a lot of brands here that are not in other department stores, or not easily accessible so it is a great place to come shop if you want something unique.
Some brands you can find in this floor: GOLDEN GOOSE, MAX MARA, ACNE STUDIOS, ALO, COACH, MONTBLANC, OMEGA & more!
3F (About Fashion)
On the 3rd floor, you will be able to shop from a selection of mens, women's clothing as well as a variety of accessories from classic brands such as Lacoste, Bean Pole, and Tommy Hilfiger. There are also many Korean brands here so if you want to shop for pieces that you can only get in Korea, this is a great place to look around!
Some brands you can find in this floor: DKNY, lululemon, GANNI, the CASHMERE, J.ESTINA, KREAM & more!
4F (Life & Balance)
You can shop for sports, golf, and outdoor lifestyle brands here. If you are looking for some activewear, you can come here and shop all the options!
Some brands you can find in this floor: NIKESWIM , THE NORTH FACE, SALOMON, SNOW PEAK, MALBON GOLF & more!
5F (Sounds Forest)
The biggest highlight of The Hyundai Seoul in Yeouido is “Sounds Forest” on the fifth floor, a massive indoor sky garden. This level is also home to kids’ fashion, home appliances, and various pop up stores.
The design of the sky garden transforms the center of the mall into a lush, green space filled with natural light. It brings a refreshing touch of nature indoors and creates a calm atmosphere that makes the whole shopping experience feel more relaxing.
There are many benches that are placed all across the floor so you can take a seat and relax amongst the plants. There are also a few cafes nearby such as Blue Bottle, so you can enjoy the scenery while drinking coffee!
If you are visiting The Hyundai Seoul toward the end of the year, make sure to stop by the fifth floor to see the beautiful Christmas decorations. The entire space transforms into something that feels like a magical little village, filled with picture perfect spots at every turn.
Keep in mind that the lines to enter can be quite long during this season. If you are planning a winter visit, it is best to come on a weekday morning to avoid the biggest crowds.
Some brands you can find in this floor: LEGO, NEW BALANCE KIDS, DYSON, LOGITECH, PANASONIC, MICROSOFT, BLUE BOTTLE COFFEE & more!
6F (Dining & Art)
On the 6th floor, there are many fine dining restaurants, exhibition room, and even a comprehensive cultural space. There are plenty of attractions such as a spot where you can see the sound forest and take pictures and even a resting spot with lots of plants!
Some food spots you can find in this floor: RISTORANTE EO, GODIVA, EATALY, Sichuan HwaGa & more!
Useful Information
Tax Refund
After shopping at The Hyundai Seoul in Yeouido, you can process your tax refund on the sixth floor, where on site tax refund services are available. There are also self service tax refund kiosks located on B2.
If you forget to complete your refund at the mall, you can still do it at the airport before departure. If you have any questions about how tax refunds work in Korea, please refer to the link below for more details.
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Information Screens
In each floor, you can find the floor guide screens for the detailed location of each store. You can change it to English by looking at the bottom right.
Queuing for Stores
You may find machines like the one pictured above. These are installed at the entrance of each store. These are the way that you can queue to line up for stores that are popular. To ensure that your shopping experience is pleasant, many stores will only let in a certain amount of people. Therefore some popular stores will have lines and you will need to enter your phone number and the amount of people in your party and wait until you are allowed into the store. Keep in mind that only Korean phone numbers will work for this system. If you do not have a Korean phone number, you can also download the Hyundai Food Museum App from the QR code that is on the machine and wait through the app.
Lockers
There are three lockers, next to the customer service office on the 1st basement floor, and next to the central escalator in the parking lot on the 3rd basement floor. It can be stored and retrieved via the kiosk. The kiosk operates in Korean, Chinese, English and Japanese as well so you can use it in the language most comfortable to you. The locker next to the customer center can store large luggage as well as perishable items and refrigerated items! Please keep in mind that lockers can only be used during department store business hours.
Information Office
When you enter from Gate 1 on the 1st floor, you will find the general information center in front of you. Here you can get information about shopping, facilities and events.
Cart Rental
There are facilities on the 1st and 5th floor where you can rent a cart for infants. There is also a infant break room on the 5th floor, which is perfect for a short break for your child while shopping.
Portable Charger Rental
There is a portable battery rental service next to the customer consultation room on the 1st basement floor and next to the lockers. This is only available to those that can pay via KakaoPay or Korean credit card.
How to Get There
1. From Yeouido Station
Head towards Exit 3 of Yeouido Subway Station.
Once you head towards Exit 3 you will see the IFC mall information. Instead of going out from the exit, proceed to the underground passage on the right side of the escalator.
If you take the moving walkway, you will find an underground passage on the right side. Turn right and go straight on the moving walkway.
On the way, you will see the entrance to IFC Mall on your left. Continue straight.
Continue until you see the entrance for The Hyundai Seoul Mall.
2. From Yeouinaru Station
Take Exit 1 of Yeoinaru Station on the subway.
Look back and follow the road on the right, which is just around the corner.
Continue straight.
If you walk for about 5 minutes, you will see the building!
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