Gangseo-gu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gangseo-gu
Popular places to visit
Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Seoul Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Seoul Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Seoul. Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.
LG Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at LG Arts Centre on your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
National Aviation Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Aviation Museum in Seoul. Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.
Gangseo Hangang Park
After visiting Gangseo Hangang Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.
Korea SGI Gangseo Cultural Center
Enjoy an outing to Korea SGI Gangseo Cultural Center during your stay in Seoul. Take some time to visit the shops in this walkable area.
Activities
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Our pick of the best Gangseo-gu Hotel Deals
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT
"Nothing piece of poo."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
"Super clean property in a really nice area. The staff was very helpful and polite. The amenities were readily available and quite wide ranged to support.."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Had a great stay here. Hotel itself is very nice, clean. Room was spacious. Location is not too far from the subway station, only a few minutes walk to Euljiro-3-ga station. Would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Best view in town!!"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Nice room and clean! Good location!"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Gangseo-gu
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
