COEX & Starfield Library

Visitor Information

📚 Discover Seoul’s Famous Open Library & Lifestyle Complex

COEX Mall (코엑스) is one of the largest underground shopping and entertainment complexes in Asia, located in Seoul’s modern Gangnam district. Inside the mall, visitors can explore shopping areas, restaurants, cafés, exhibitions, entertainment facilities, and the world-famous Starfield Library (별마당도서관).

Starfield Library has become one of Seoul’s most iconic indoor attractions, featuring towering bookshelves, modern architecture, and a peaceful reading atmosphere in the middle of the busy city. The library is especially popular among photographers, students, travelers, and K-drama fans due to its stunning design and relaxing environment.

Whether you want to shop, relax in cafés, enjoy Korean lifestyle culture, or capture aesthetic photos, COEX and Starfield Library offer one of the best modern experiences in Seoul.

⏰ Opening Hours

COEX Mall

10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Starfield Library

10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

⚠️ Individual restaurants, cafés, and attractions inside COEX may operate on different schedules.

🎟️ Admission

• COEX Mall Entry: Free

• Starfield Library Access: Free

• Some exhibitions, events, aquarium tickets, or cinemas may require separate admission fees.

🌟 Highlights

• Famous Starfield Library 📚

• Giant floor-to-ceiling bookshelves

• Modern architecture & aesthetic photography spots

• COEX Aquarium nearby

• Luxury shopping & Korean fashion stores

• Cafés & dessert spots

• K-pop & entertainment events

• Direct underground subway access

📸 Best Photo Spots

• Central Starfield Library viewing area

• Upper floor balcony views

• Escalator perspectives overlooking the library

• Nighttime interior lighting

💡 Weekday mornings are usually less crowded for photography.

🌆 Best Time To Visit

Recommended Times

• Afternoon for shopping & cafés ☕

• Evening for modern city atmosphere ✨

• Weekdays for quieter library access

💡 Helpful Tips

• The library is very popular during weekends and holidays

• Photography is allowed throughout most public areas 📸

• Combine your visit with nearby Gangnam attractions

• COEX Mall is huge, so allow extra time for exploring

• Many K-pop events and pop-up stores are hosted nearby

📍 Address

English Address

513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Korean Address

서울특별시 강남구 영동대로 513

🚇 How To Get There

Subway

• Samseong Station (Line 2)

• Exit 5 or 6

• Direct underground connection available