The Ultimate Guide to Masjids & Prayer Rooms (Musalla) in Seoul — Muslim Travel Essentials
Planning your Muslim‑friendly trip to Korea? One of the top concerns for many travelers is where to pray during sightseeing and tour days. Seoul, as Korea’s vibrant capital, has a growing network of masjids & musalla (prayer rooms) spread across the city’s major tourist areas — from historical districts to shopping hubs and beyond.
In this practical, city‑area guide, we’ll walk through all the best prayer spots in Seoul, including features, locations, operation hours (where available), and tips for Muslim travelers. Plus, we’ll show you how the KoreHalal Trip app helps you find all these prayer locations — and halal food — on the go.
Why This Guide Matters for Muslim Travelers
Seoul is a major tourist destination, but prayer facilities aren’t always obvious on standard travel guides. This article helps you:
✔ Know where to pray near popular sightseeing spots
✔ Navigate Seoul with confidence as a Muslim traveler
✔ Use the KoreHalal Trip app to find prayer rooms, halal eats, and more
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Seoul Prayer Guide — Sorted by District & Top Tourist Zones
1. Jongno / Gwanghwamun / Gyeongbokgung — City Historical Center
Iftar — Prayer Room inside Halal Restaurant
🏷 Type: Restaurant prayer room (4–5 people)
🍛 Near Gyeongbokgung Palace
🕐 Hours: 11:30 – 21:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Jongno‑gu, Jahamun‑ro 1‑gil 50‑1 (Google Maps)
Persian Palace — Prayer Room inside Iranian Restaurant
🏷 Type: Muslim‑friendly restaurant prayer room
🍽 Halal meat used; Persian cuisine
🕐 Hours: 11:30 – 21:30
📍 Address: Seoul, Jongno‑gu, Sungkyunkwan‑ro 6‑gil 9 (Google Maps)
SNU Hospital Musolla
🏥 Hospital prayer room
📞 Entry requires a code (Call: 02‑2072‑4852)
📍 Address: Seoul, Jongno‑gu, Daehak‑ro 101 (Google Maps)
2. Myeongdong / Namdaemun / Euljiro — Shopping & Central Seoul
Busanjib — Prayer Room inside Restaurant
🏷 Restaurant prayer room
🍲 Typical Korean halal fusion
🕐 Hours: 12:00 – 22:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Jung‑gu, Myeongdong 8‑gil 11‑6 (Google Maps)
Kampungku Musolla
🏷 Prayer room in Malaysian restaurant
🕐 Hours: 11:30 – 21:30
📍 Address: Seoul, Jung‑gu, Namsan‑dong 2‑ga 16‑4 (Google Maps)
Lepak Laa Restaurant Prayer Room
🏷 Prayer room
🕐 Hours: 10:30 – 22:00 (Closed Mondays)
📍 Address: Seoul, Jung‑gu, Toegye‑ro 24‑gil 2 (Google Maps)
Namdaemun Musalla
🏷 Market prayer room — handy during shopping visits
📍 Address: Seoul, Jung‑gu, Toegye‑ro 57 (Google Maps)
Jump Theater Prayer Space
🏷 Located in performance venue
📍 Address: Seoul, Jung‑gu, Mareunnae‑ro 47 (B3) (Google Maps)
3. Dongdaemun — Shopping & Central Seoul
Star Samarkand Restaurant Musalla
🏷 Uzbekistan‑style restaurant prayer room (up to 5 people)
🕐 Hours: 10:00 – 23:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Jung‑gu, Euljiro 42‑gil 14 (Google Maps)
4. Itaewon / Hannam — Central Muslim Community Hub
🕌 Seoul Central Mosque — Korea’s Main Masjid
🕋 Largest mosque with community services
⏱ 24‑hour access
📍 Address: Seoul, Yongsan‑gu, Usadan‑ro 10‑gil 39 (Google Maps)
Itaewon is considered the heart of Muslim Seoul — great for food, community, and prayer.
5. Hongdae / Sinchon — Youth & University Zones
Sinchon Tourism Info — Multi‑Faith Prayer Space
📌 Open to all faiths
🕐 Hours: 10:00 – 19:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Seodaemun‑gu, Sinchon‑yeok‑ro 27 (Google Maps)
Sinchon Masjid & Islamic Center
🕌 General prayer space
📞 For closure status: Call 010‑9979‑9312
📍 Address: Seoul, Mapo‑gu, Sinchon‑ro 24‑an‑gil 20 (Google Maps)
Nusantaraku Prayer Room
🏷 Indonesian restaurant prayer room (1–2 people)
🕐 Hours: 10:00 – 22:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Mapo‑gu, Seogyo‑dong 347‑4, 2F (Google Maps)
6. Gangnam / Seocho / Jamsil / COEX — Modern Seoul Prayer Options
COEX Prayer Room
📍 COEX 3rd floor (conference area)
🕐 Hours: 03:00 – 22:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Gangnam‑gu, Yeongdong-daero 513 (Google Maps)
Perfect for visitors going to shopping, aquarium, or convention areas.
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital Prayer Room
🕐 24‑hour
📍Address: Seoul, Seocho-gu, Banpo-daero 222 (Google Maps)
Wooridul Hospital Prayer Room
🕐 Hours: 09:00 – 18:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Gangnam-gu Hakdong-ro 445 (Google Maps)
Samsung Medical Center Prayer Room
📍 Address: Seoul, Gangnam-gu Irwon-ro 81 (Google Maps)
⚠️ Samsung Medical Center is currently temporarily closed.
6. Jamsil — Modern Seoul Prayer Options
Lotte World Musalla
📍 Lotte World Adventure (3F)
🕐 Hours: 10:30 – 20:00
📍 Address: Seoul, Songpa-gu, Olympic-ro 240 (Google Maps)
Asan Hospital Prayer Room
📍 19F East Tower (24‑hour)
🕋 Patient prayer space (open 24/7)
📍 Address: Seoul, Songpa-gu Olympic-ro 43gil 88 (Google Maps)
7. Yeongdeungpo / Guro / Dongjak / Gwanak — Southwestern Seoul
Al‑Falah Musolla (Yeongdeungpo)
🕌 Indonesian community prayer room
📍 Address: Seoul, Yeongdeungpo‑gu, Yeongsin‑ro 19‑gil 5 (Google Maps)
Masjid Al‑Falah (Singil)
🕌 General prayer space
📍 Address: Seoul, Yeongdeungpo‑gu, Singil‑ro 60‑da‑gil 21 (Google Maps)
Chungang University Mosque (Student Only)
📞 Inquiry: 02‑820‑6105
📍 Address: Seoul, Dongjak‑gu, Heukseok‑ro 84 (B3) (Google Maps)
Seoul National University Mosque (Student Only)
📞 Inquiry: 02‑877‑0154
📍 Address: Seoul, Gwanak‑gu, Nakseongdae‑dong San 4‑8 (Google Maps)
Dongyang Mirae University Mosque
📞 Inquiry: 02‑2610‑1700
📍 Address: Seoul, Guro‑gu, Gyeongin-ro 445 (Google Maps)
8. Gwangjin / Seongdong — Northeastern Seoul
Hanyang University Masjid
🕋 24‑hour access
📍Address: Seoul, Seongdong-gu, Wangsimni-ro 222 (Google Maps) (Google Maps)
HUFS (Korean Foreign Language Univ.) Mosque
🕐 Hours: 09:00 – 17:00
📞 Inquiry: 02‑2173‑2114
📍Address: Seoul, Dongdaemun-gu, Imun-ro 222 (Google Maps) (Google Maps)
Hoegi Masjid
🕌 Prayer space
📍Address: Seoul, Dongdaemun-gu, Imunje1-dong 346-118 3rd Floor (Google Maps)
⚠️ Hoegi Masjid is currently temporarily closed.
Masjid Altawhid (Dapsimni Masjid)
🕌 Prayer room
📍Address: Seoul, Dapsimni 2-dong 958-10 3F (Google Maps)
Sejong University Masjid
📞 Inquiry: 02‑3408‑3114
📍Address: Seoul, Gwangjin-gu, Gunja-dong 111-1 103B (Google Maps)
Noor Masjid
🕌 Mosque + halal groceries
📍Address: Seoul, Gwangjin-gu, Dongil-ro 56-gil 11 (Google Maps)
9. Gangseo — Airports
Gimpo Airport Prayer Room
🛫 Located Terminal 2 (near Gate 4)
🎫 Ask at info counter for keys if needed
📍Address: Seoul, Gangseo-gu, Haneul-gil 112 (Google Maps)
Quick Tips Before You Go
Check Access Rules
University and hospital prayer rooms may require prior confirmation for access by non‑students/visitors.
Restaurant prayer rooms are often intended for diners — respectful etiquette is appreciated.
Operating Hours Vary
Hours can change; always verify before you go (especially during holidays).
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Ready to Plan Your Muslim‑Friendly Korea Trip?
Whether you’re sightseeing near Gyeongbokgung Palace or shopping in Myeongdong, Seoul has many prayer options to support your daily worship. The KoreHalal Trip app helps you find them instantly — plus halal eats and travel insights to make your trip comfortable, fun, and worry‑free.
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