The Dazzling Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain | Current Schedule 2026 + 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.

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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Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Overview

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).

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.

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.

When is the Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain show?

The Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain operates every day from mid-March 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.

The current Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain schedule is as follows:

March 16th to 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.

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.

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 | 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!

Car-Free Jamsugyo Bridge Festival

Head to Jamsugyo on Sundays from April 26th to June 14th, 2026 to enjoy the Ddubuk Ddubuk Festival, where you can check out food trucks, beanbag chairs, a food festa, a library, and much, much more.

It runs in spring and autumn in Korea.

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.

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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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.