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Oct 11, 2026

Bongeunsa Temple — near COEX, Gangnam

A historic Buddhist temple a short walk from COEX in Seoul's Gangnam district. Seoul's official tourism guide notes that access hours may change with prayer and religious-service schedules, so fixed hours should not be assumed.

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Why it matters now

A useful cultural stop on a Gangnam itinerary this October. Ordinary temple visiting is not the same as booking a temple-stay or cultural activity. Confirm any participation fee, reservation, language support and same-day worship restrictions directly with the operator.

Why go

Bongeunsa Station (Line 9), Exit 1, is roughly 100–135 m away according to the temple's official directions and Visit Seoul. Pair a respectful temple visit with COEX Mall and Starfield Library, or a longer outing to Seolleung and Jeongneung.

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Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting there지하철 9호선 봉은사역 1번 출구에서 도보 약 100~135m(봉은사 공식 템플스테이·Visit Seoul 안내). 2호선 삼성역에서는 코엑스몰 방면으로 이동 가능.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗서울특별시 강남구 봉은사로 531
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →서울관광 공식 안내: 예불·기도·법회 등 사찰 일정에 따라 이용시간이 달라질 수 있음. 일률적인 24시간 개방·개별 체험 가능시간·무료 체험을 확정하지 않음. 일반 사찰 방문과 별도 예약·유료일 수 있는 템플스테이는 구분, 출발 전 운영기관 최신 안내 확인.
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