Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Seoul National University
South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Activities
(Seoul) Korean Cooking Class with a Pro Chef
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip
Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Our pick of the best Gwanak-gu Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwanak-gu
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Yeoksam-dong
Travellers choose Yeoksam-dong for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yeoksam Station or Gangnam Station and check out top sights like Teheranno.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Sinchon-dong
Consider a visit to Yonsei University Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Sinchon-dong. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Sinchon Station or Ewha Woman's University Station.
- Seoul National University
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Lotte World Tower
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gwanghwamun
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Seoul City Hall
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Songdo Central Park
- Korea University
- Namsan Park
Are there hotels near Gwanak-gu?
- Yeongdeungpo-gu Hotels
- Seocho-gu Hotels
- Guro-gu Hotels
- Dongjak-gu Hotels
- Geumcheon-gu Hotels
- Bangbae-dong Hotels
- Doksan-dong Hotels
- Guro-dong Hotels
- Sillim-dong Hotels
- Sadang-dong Hotels
- Bongcheon-dong Hotels
- Daerim-dong Hotels
- Namhyeon-dong Hotels
- Sangdo-dong Hotels
- Bangbae 2-dong Hotels
- Sadang 1-dong Hotels
- Sangdo 1-dong Hotels
- Jowon-dong Hotels
- Guro 3-dong Hotels
- Siheung-dong Hotels