The Dazzling Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain | Current Schedule 2025 + How to Get There
At last count, there were 31 bridges spanning the mighty Han River in Seoul’s capital area. But Banpo Bridge is undoubtedly the most famous… and not just in Korea.
Photo by 서울특별시 소방재난본부 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Why, you may ask? Well, attached to the edges of the bridge is the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain. This is THE longest bridge fountain in the entire world, and a brilliant spectacle to see, particularly on warm summer evenings.
Best of all, it’s free!
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In this guide
- 1 Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Overview
- 2 Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain | 반포대교 달빛무지개분수
- 3 When is the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain show?
- 4 How to go to Banpo Bridge
- 5 Interesting Banpo Bridge Facts | 반포대교
- 6 Planning a trip to Korea?
- 7 Jamsugyo | 잠수교
- 8 Essential Day Tours from Seoul
- 9 Which side of Banpo Bridge should I Visit?
- 10 Where to Get Unique Views of the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain
Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Overview
Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain | Operates April 1st to October 31st, 2025 |
English Address | 350, Dongjak-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul |
Korean Address | 서울특별시 서초구 신반포로11길 40 |
Regular Schedule (April - June, September - October) | 12:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00 |
Summer Schedule (July and August) | 12:00, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30 |
Transport | Express Bus Terminal Station, Exit 8-1 or 8-2 |
Admission Cost | Free |
Cancellations | May be cancelled without warning, due to inclement weather (go on a sunny day!) |
Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain | 반포대교 달빛무지개분수
There’s a lot to do at Banpo Hangang Park, but one of the most well known attractions in the city and around the world, is the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain.
Running for a total length of 1.14-km along both sides of Banpo Bridge, this is the longest bridge fountain in the entire world (according to Guinness World Records).
The Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain is the longest bridge fountain in the world
During the show, 380 nozzles suction water up from the Han River below and spray them out into a sparkling show of music and movement. A whopping 60 tons of water is used for every single minute that the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain is operating.
The spray cascades outwards for an incredible 43 metres, before falling 20 metres back down into the river.
60 tons of water is used every minute during the show © Seoul Metropolitan Government/Penta Press
You can catch the fountain show during both the day (at noon only) and at night, but it’s definitely better after the sun goes down.
At night, the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain is illuminated by a rainbow of 200 LED lights that highlights the shooting sprays of water, as they dance in synchronization with various pieces of music.
MOONLIGHT RAINBOW FOUNTAIN NIGHT TOUR | This excellent night tour of Seoul takes you to Deoksugung Palace, the Seoul City Wall, Nodeul Island, and the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain. Check details here.
When is the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain show?
The Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain operates every day from April to October, five to six times a day. Each show lasts approximately 20 minutes. Schedules vary from month to month, and can be cancelled without warning if there’s too much wind or rainfall.
Each Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain show lasts approximately 20 minutes
The current Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain schedule is as follows:
April 1st – June 30th & September 1st – October 31st
- noon, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30 and 9:00PM
July 1st – August 31st
- noon, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30PM
How to go to Banpo Bridge
Address: 350, Dongjak-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul | 서울특별시 서초구 신반포로11길 40
It’s possible to drive to Banpo Bridge if you have a car, but I wouldn’t recommend it at peak times. There’s limited paid parking spaces (only 823 spots), and waits can get pretty long (and frustrating).
The most convenient option for getting to Banpo Bridge is definitely via Seoul subway.
It’s easiest to get to Banpo Bridge by subway
Fortunately, there are many different subway lines that get you close to the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain Show.
Seoul Subway Lines 3, 7, or 9: Get off at Express Bus Terminal Station and take Exit 8-1 or 8-2. Walk straight for 250 metres, turning right at the Express Bus Terminal intersection. Walk straight for another 400 metres and cross the road. Go through the underpass to get tothe Banpo Bridge.
Seoul Subway Line 4: Get off at Dongjak Station and take Exit 1. Walk straight for 20 metres until the reach the Banpo Jugong Apartments, make a left turn and walk straight for 900 metres until you reach your Banpo Hangang Park.
Interesting Banpo Bridge Facts | 반포대교
Stretching a total length of 1495-metres, Banpo Bridge is the top half of the first double-decker bridge ever built in Korea. It connects the districts of Yongsan on the north side of the Han River, and Seocho on the south. It was completed over 40 years ago, back in 1982.
Banpo Bridge Yongsan and Seocho districts across the Han River © Seoul Metropolitan Government/Penta Press
You’ll also hear Banpo Bridge referred to as Banpodaegyo Bridge. They are one and the same, so don’t get too confused by this.
It’s because the phonetic translation of the Korean 반포대교, is Banpodaegyo. This is actually a total misnomer, since 반포 = Banpo and 대교 already means big bridge, but it’s widely accepted anyway.
Jamsugyo is often under water during Korea’s monsoon season.
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Jamsugyo | 잠수교
The bottom half of this double decker bridge is called Jamsu Bridge or Jamsugyo. It was specifically designed to be under water. In fact, the Korean 잠수교, actually means submerged bridge.
When rainfall is high during monsoon season, you can count on Jamsugyo disappearing completely from view under the collected rainfall. This doesn’t happen that often, so it’s not dangerous or anything. Don’t worry!
The bottom half of Banpo Bridge is called Jamsugyo.
Car-Free Jamsugyo Bridge Festival
Head to Jamsugyo on Sundays between 1:00 and 9:00PM to enjoy the Ddubuk Ddubuk Festival, where you can enjoy food trucks, beanbag chairs, a food festa, a library, and much more.
It runs in the months of May to June, and September to October.
The Ddubuk Ddubuk Festival on Jamsugyo Bridge © Seoul Metropolitan Government/Penta Press
Best of all, it’s car-free on these days, and you can see unique panoramas of the east and west sides of the city, with views of the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain and the waters of the Han River as your soundtrack.
Essential Day Tours from Seoul
What | Where | Cost | Why Join this Tour | Full Details |
DMZ Tour | Demilitiarized Zone / Paju / Imjingak | from 72,100 won | Parts of the DMZ MUST be visited on a guided tour, due to security clearances. Optional add-ons like suspension bridge, or DMZ gondola available. | |
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress + Korean Folk Village | Suwon and Yongin | 78,500 won | Hwaseong is a majestic UNESCO Fortress. The Korean Folk Village is a vast living museum of the Joseon Dynasty. Both are south of Seoul in satellite cities. | |
Nami Island + Surrounding Region | Gapyeong / Chuncheon | from 38,000 won | Most popular day tour near Seoul, but spread far apart from each other, with few public transit options. Huge range of add ons to choose from, like Alpaca World to the Rail Bike to the Garden of Morning Calm. |
Which side of Banpo Bridge should I Visit?
Banpo Bridge is located almost exactly in the centre of Seoul, and connects the districts of Seocho in the south, to Yongsan in the north.
Access to the Some Sevit floating islands is on the south end of Banpo Bridge
The south end is definitely where most of the action is. There’s green space for picnicking, places to sit and watch the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain show, and access to the Some Sevit Floating Islands.
On weekends, in the spring months, you can explore the Hangang Moonlight Night Market with its food trucks and shopping stalls on Sunday evenings. You can also enjoy views of Namsan Mountain and N Seoul Tower from the south side.
The Night Market is on the south end of Banpo Bridge.
The north side of Banpo Bridge is less developed, however you can still find bike paths, workout stations, and some green spaces.
Where to Get Unique Views of the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain
I’ve personally never found it overly crowded to watch the rainbow fountain show. It is a very large park after all – but if you’re after a unique view of the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, there’s a few ways to get one.
There’s some unique places to watch the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain show.
Take a Han River Cruise
Address: 290 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul | 서울특별시 영등포구 여의동로 290 노들나루
One of the best ways to get up close and personal with the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain is by taking a Han River Cruise.
Whether it’s a yacht or ferry cruise, you’re sure to get an exciting view that most people don’t usually see.
See the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain from a different perspective
Eland is the sole provider of cruises on the Han River, with docks at Yeouido and Jamsil Hangang Parks. If seeing the Banpo Bridge fountain show is your priority, you’ll want to head to Yeouido and book the Moonlight Cruise. This is the one that’s timed to give you a great view of all that light and water up close.
HAN RIVER CRUISES | From afternoon tea to buffet + cruise combos, there are many different cruise offerings available. If you want to see the Moonlight Rainbow Fountain though, be sure to book the Moonlight Cruise. It’s the only one that goes to Banpo Bridge. Want a more private experience? Choose a Han River Cruise by YACHT instead.
Go to the Starbucks Seoul Wave Art Center
Address: 145-35 Jamwon-ro, Seocho District, Seoul | 서울시 서초구 잠원로 145-35
The Starbucks Seoul Wave Art Center floats right on top of the Han River. It takes just 20 minutes to walk along the paths on the south bank of the riverside to reach Banpo Hangang Park from here.
Starbucks Seoul Wave is a 20 minute walk from Banpo Bridge © Seoul Metropolitan Government/Penta Press
This is the place to get caffeinated, enjoy artworks, fashion, and product launches, before heading outside to get a glimpse of the Banpo Bridge Rainbow fountain in the distance too.
At Dongjak Bridge
Address: 350 Dongjak-daero, Seocho District, Seoul | 서울시 서초구 동작대로 350
There used to be a 5 floor convenience store at Dongjak Bridge, where you could enjoy the Banpo Bridge Fountain show from a different vantage point, but alas, it is no more.
You can still make your way to the south end of Dongjak Bridge though, where you’ll find the Dongjak Gureum Cafe. It offers views of the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain from an elevated location.
You can see Namsan Tower from Dongjak Bridge © Sarah Mak
You can also see N Seoul Tower and the western side of the city from this vantage point. Their menu includes both western and Korean options, as well as coffee, of course. Last order is at 9:30PM, and reservations are not required.
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Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain: FAQs
You’re all set! You know everything you need to know to see the Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain show. Who’s going?
WanderingTravelr
I missed going to Banpo bridge the last time that I went to Korea (it was February, so a weeee bit cold) – but I’ll definitely have to go see it once I’m there next year!
shelley
Haha good thing you didn’t try to go. It doesn’t run in February! Only from April to October – is your visit during that time? It’s definitely worth seeing, especially since there’s so much other stuff going on there too. 🙂
AndysWorldJourneys
looks absolutely gorgeous by night! great pics!
shelley
Night time is definitely the best time to go see this show! 🙂
Alison and Don
Wow, this looks amazing. Great photos!
Alison
Shelley @Travel-Stained
I think the best perspective on this fountain show must be from above… now to just figure out exactly where that is. :p
Madeline Fink Fletcher
I saw this when I was in Seoul in 2015. It was a great free thing to do! The music choices that went with the fountain display were very eclectic, which was entertaining. 🙂
Shelley @Travel-Stained
Haha “eclectic” is definitely the right word to describe the music choices. 😉 That area has developed so much – and so many of the things are free. It’s really a great place to hang out in Seoul… especially on warm evenings.
Mabel Kwong
The water coming out of Banpo Bridge does look like rainbow water. So cool! Didn’t know it was a double-decker bridge. I guess Jamsu Bridge below isn’t open to the public to walk across when it’s monsoon season. Banpo Bridge sounds like quite a long bridge and if you wanted a good workout, maybe you could walk all around it as a good workout and see all the views in a day 😛 Beautiful photos you managed to get of the bridge. The blue hour one looks amazing 🙂
Shelley @Travel-Stained
During monsoon, Jamsu Bridge is totally under water, and sometimes you see only the tops of trees poking out of the water. It’s nuts! You’re right, it would be a great workout to wander up, down and across those bridges. I usually ride my bike across and that takes long enough! :p I wish I could take credit for those photos, but alas – there are people much more talented than I who took them! 😉