Starfield Library Suwon & Starfield Suwon Mall 별마당도서관 스타필드수원점 & 스타필드 수원
▶What is so special about Starfield Library in Suwon?
▶Attractions Nearby (around Suwon Station, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress)
10:00 - 22:00
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Hwaseo Station (line 1, exit 1/4). 8 mins walk.
💡53 mins on subway from Seoul Station.
💡1 subway stop away from Suwon Station - KTX/ITX/Mugunghwa (31-36 mins from Seoul Station) & Subway Line 1/Suin-Bundang Line.
Starfield Library Suwon is a beautiful library in Korea located inside Starfield Suwon shopping mall that is officially opened on 26 January 2024. With its opening, Suwon is emerging as a new hot place!
Starfield Library in Suwon
what's so special ✦ 4th - 7th floor ✦ Vinyl Cafe
Starfield Library Suwon (also referred as Byeolmadang Library in Korean) is probably the most famous attraction and photo hot spot of Starfield Suwon shopping mall complex.
💡Admission to Starfield Library Suwon is free and anyone can enter the library.
What is so special about Starfield Library Suwon?
Starfield Library Suwon is the second Starfield Library, following the success of Starfield Library at COEX Mall in Seoul.
While Starfield Library Seoul is spread across 2 floors with 13m high bookshelves, Starfield Library Suwon surpasses its predecessor in size, spanning 4 floors (4th to 7th floor) with maximum bookshelves height of 22m! There is also a Starfield Library Kids that is not available at the COEX Mall branch too.
The library is designed to eliminate the boundaries between floors, allowing you to view the whole library and its glass ceiling anywhere from 4th to 7th floor. The bookshelves are arranged in three sections: center, left and right. At the center of the magnificent library is the Grand Staircase, a tiered seating area.
There are many pretty cozy corners with chairs/sofa and tables where you can sit back and relax in the library.
Vinyl Starfield Suwon
On the 5F of the library is LP Cafe (/Vinyl Cafe) where you can listen to LPs for a minimal entrance fee that includes 1 drink. You can choose your favourite music from the collection of 10,000 LPs that include POP, KPOP, OST, etc.
Each seat is equipped with a turntable (with how to use instructions) and headset. If you managed to get a 'window' seat, you will have the perfect panoramic view of Starfield Library Suwon right in front of you as you listen to your LP music.
Starfield Suwon Mall Highlights
mega mall ✦ directory & floor guide ✦ SMOB ✦ star garden & pet park ✦ famous cafes & restaurants ✦ entertainment ✦ fashion & lifestyle ✦ pet supply ✦ large supermarket
Starfield Suwon - The Shopping Mall
Starfield Suwon mega mall, operated by Shinsegae Group is the largest mall in Suwon. It spans from B8 to 8F at the size of 46 football stadiums.
What makes Starfield Suwon different from other Starfield Malls?
Though Starfield Suwon is the 5th Starfield (following COEX Mall, Goyang, Anseong & Hanam), it is the first '2nd generation Starfield' focusing on the MZ generation.
To target the trendy age group of 20s and 30s, Starfield Suwon has brought in a large number of experiential stores, trendy designer and food brands considered as hot places in Seongsu-dong, Hannam-dong and Hongdae in Seoul. As such, over 30% of its 400 stores are not available in existing Starfields.
Starfield Suwon is also a pet-friendly mall with facilities (e.g. rooftop pet park, pet lounge, restaurants) catering to pet families.
Starfield Suwon - Directory & Floor Guide
8F -
Pet Park, Star Garden, Cocco Square
7F -
Starfield Library, Eatopia, Concord Fitness Club, Megabox Cinema, SMOB, Champion The Black Belt, Outback Steakhouse, Baby Lounge
6F -
Starfield Library, Classkok, TGX Academy & Screen, Hanssem, iloom, AK Golf, The North Face, Salomon, Hair Salon, Aven House
5F -
Starfield Library, Electromart, Toy Kingdom, Shinsegae Factory Store, Musinsa Standard, New Balance, Adidas, MLB, Fun City, LP Cafe
4F -
Starfield Library, YP Books, Uniqlo, Muji, Nike, Andar, Lush Spa, Happier Mart
3F -
Kids Library, ZARA, H&M, SPAO, MIXXO, Tictoc Island, Artbox, New Balance Kids, TopTen Kids, Loro a.nook Cafe, Mirukku Cafe, Baby Lounge
2F -
Gourmet Street, ZARA, H&M, COS, Arket, Massimo Dutti, Coach, Michael Kors, LCDC, Obscura, London Bagel Museum
1F -
Deli & Sweet, Molly's Pet Shop, Starbucks, Orga Whole Foods, Dalmatian, Audi, Volvo, Cafe Knotted, Customer Service, First Aid, Stroller Service
B2 -
Traders Wholesale Club (open warehouse store by emart), No Brand (supermarket brand by emart), Daiso, SK Telecom, Pharmacy/Internal Medicine, Clothes Repair
B3-B8 -
Parking Lot
SMOB
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7F
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10:00 - 21:00
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2 hour pass: ₩26,000 (off-season), ₩30,000 (peak season)
SMOB is a playground for both adults and kids (above 120cm) where you can experience 23 different sport entertainment activities that include 360 Swing, Rope Course, Archery, Batting, Jumping Tower, Zip Line, Dart, Climbing, Bungee, Slide, etc.
Star Garden - Urban Getaway & Pet Park
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8F
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10:00 - 22:00
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free
The 8F rooftop Star Garden & Pet Park is a must-visit for pet lovers! Different zones are set up for pets and their families to enjoy the open area, including Off-Leash (small dogs & large dogs), Play Ground, Walkway, Pet Wash Station, Sunken Garden, Private Booth and Photo Zone.
💡Check out Korea's pet fashion at the Pet Park and shop for your beloved pets back home at Molly's (1F).
3 Main Cafe & Restaurant Zones @Starfield Suwon
There are 3 main F&B zones at Starfield Suwon, namely:
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1F - Bites Place (snacks that you can enjoy without sitting down)
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2F - Gourmet Street (restaurant-like feel where you can enjoy dishes from famous chefs)
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7F - Eatopia (food court)
Famous Cafes & Restaurants @Starfield Suwon
There are many fabulous food options at Starfield Suwon. Besides the popular cafes and restaurants recommended, there are also Salt House Deli (1F), Bonanza Coffee Roasters (1F), Super Matcha (1F), Hotcho (2F), etc.
Entertainment @Starfield Suwon
Champion the Blackbelt is an indoor playground for the kids with Twin Match Courses, Sky Maze, Curve Wall Slide, Low Drop Wire, Slime experience, Art Experience, Sand Play and Play Zone. Other entertainment outlets include Fun City (game arcade) and MEGABOX Cinema.
Fashion & Lifestyle @Starfield Suwon
At Starfield Suwon, you can find many popular Korean and international fashion brands, including LCDC, musinsa standard, Over The Pitch, Beanpole, TopTen10, 8seconds, WHO.A.U, FILA, Nike, Puma, Columbia, Coach, H&M, COS, Arket, Obscura, Dude IamShop, etc.
For Korean jewellery and watch brands, there are LLOYD and minigold. For beauty lovers, check out the favourite Olive Young and CHICOR too. Popular prop shops include Happier Mart and Butter Shop.
Pet Supply @Starfield Suwon
Molly's Pet Shop (1F) is a must-visit for pet families. There are extensive selection of pet accessories (e.g. clothes, toys, grooming tools, eating bowls, bags, cushions, strollers, health care products), snacks and food. There are also pet photo zone, fitting room, lounge, pet grooming and animal hospital.
Large Supermarket @Starfield Suwon
If you still have some time available, pop in for a super store experience at Traders Wholesale Club (B2). You can find anything from fresh produce, ready meals, bakery, groceries, home appliances, household items, clothing, etc.
💡You can make purchases without store membership.
💡The store is closed on 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month.
Attractions Nearby
around Suwon Station ✦ Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
Around Suwon Station (KTX, ITX, Mugunghwa & Subway)
1 subway stop away is Suwon Station where you can find more shopping options (like Lotte Department Store, Lotte Mart and Suwon Station Rodeo Street) and Suwon Tourist Information Center.
Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
A short bus ride from Starfield Suwon will take you to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage.
As the fortress wall encircles the town on higher ground, you can enjoy panoramic view on your walk. Also, you can easily exit the fortress to visit the nearby chic cafes, temporary palace, Suwon Chicken Street or join in the fun for Korean archery!
Recommended Hotels near Starfield Library Suwon (/Suwon Station)
If you want to visit the most popular attractions in Suwon including Starfield Library Suwon @Starfield Suwon and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, it might be a good idea to stay overnight in Suwon. There are several good hotel options available near Suwon Station too.
Listing order based on walking distance from Suwon Station:
Novotel Ambassador Suwon
★★★★ | 8.6 Review Rating
Novotel Ambassador Suwon is the only hotel located conveniently next to Suwon Station (KTX/ITX/Mugunghwa) or 1 min walk from Suwon Station (line 1/Suin Bungdang Line, exit 4). It is 1 subway stop away to Starfield Library Suwon and bus stop to Suwon Hwaseong Fortress (9 mins ride) is in front of the hotel or across the road.
Map of Starfield Library Suwon, Suwon Station (KTX, ITX, Mugunghwa & Subway) & Nearby Hotels
Map of Getting to Starfield Library Suwon from Hwaseo Station (line 1)
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