Gangil-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gangil-dong
Popular places to visit
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 culturally rich 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 charming cafes 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.
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.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Our pick of the best Gangil-dong Hotel Deals
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Nice cooked to order breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Nice, clean, and welcoming
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
very good service and clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
きれいに掃除されたお部屋で、リムジンやwowpassのことを尋ねても丁寧で、優しいスタッフに心地よい滞在ができました。
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
This was the perfect option for a family friendly vacation. The views were stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Clean, kind staff, comforable bed and pillow
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gangil-dong
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall.
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
