Gangseo-gu Travel Guide
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 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.
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 vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Other neighbourhoods around Gangseo-gu
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trickeye Museum, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gwanghwamun
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Songdo Central Park
- Korea University
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Namsan Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Are there hotels near Gangseo-gu?
- Mapo-gu Hotels
- Yeongdeungpo-gu Hotels
- Sangam-dong Hotels
- Yangcheon-gu Hotels
- Gyeyang Hotels
- Magok-dong Hotels
- Gonghang-dong Hotels
- Mok-dong Hotels
- Balsan-dong Hotels
- Gayang-dong Hotels
- Hwagok-dong Hotels
- Yeomchang-dong Hotels
- Yangpyeong-dong Hotels
- Deungchon-dong Hotels
- Gayang 1-dong Hotels
- Banghwa-dong Hotels
- Ujangsan-dong Hotels
- Banghwa3-dong Hotels
- Yangpyeong 2-dong Hotels
- Sinjeong-dong Hotels