Gwanak-gu Travel Guide

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A city sidewalk with a stone wall, green bushes, and trees.
A tree-lined pathway leading to a building with a staircase.
A park with green trees, pink flowers, and a person in a red jacket walking on a path.
A traditional Korean gate with a red door, green and red pillars, and tiled roof.
A stone monument with a unique stepped design surrounded by well-maintained bushes and flowers.

Stay near popular Gwanak-gu attractions

Seoul National University

8.2/10 (438 reviews)
South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.
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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

AU$55
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

AU$76
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

AU$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

AU$91
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: Night Market Food Tour with Local Guide

Seoul Street Food Market Tour

AU$103
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Street Food Market Tour
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Our pick of the best Gwanak-gu Hotel Deals

Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro

Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro

4 out of 5
1458 Nambusunhwan-ro, Gwanak-gu Seoul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Gocheok Sky Dome and Lotte Outlets Seoul ...
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Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is AU$183 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$183
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is AU$158 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$158
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$145 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$145
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun Market ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel beautiful surroundings friendly staff"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Stanford Hotel Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is AU$120 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$120
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,729 reviews)
"Everything is OK"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

3 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is AU$327 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$327
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,339 reviews)
"Lovely well located hotel. Staff were great. Lifts are a bit confusing. But otherwise a property I’d definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Hotel Gracery Seoul
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Our guide on where to stay in Gwanak-gu

Find the best Gwanak-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwanak-gu
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A busy urban street with various shops and advertisements.

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.

A statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Gwanak-gu Travel Guide

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