Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gwanak-gu
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.
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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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.
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 w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
Our pick of the best Gwanak-gu Hotel Deals
Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro
"Small, relatively modern boutique hotel with well maintained sauna facilities. Breakfast buffet was a 3.8/5 for 20,000 won. Simple but effective. Onsite laundry facilities is a plus. If you have time, go to the 18th floor rooftop terrace where a robot will make you a latte or cappuccino for a or ..."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"We had a wonderful stay at Hotel the BOTANIK Sewoon Myeongdong. The hotel is relatively new, and everything feels clean, and very well kept. The breakfast brunch was excellent. Would definitely book this hotel again next time when we're in town."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
"My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ..."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Location"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Lotte Hotel World
"Great hotel. The best in Seoul."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Seoul Garden Hotel
"We had to wait 2 hours for checkin. I know the check in time is 3 pm, but there are always some rooms that are ready earlier. Then at 3pm there were many people checking in at the same time. I liked the location. Airport limusine in front of the hotel for 18000 won. one washing machine and one dryer ..."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
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 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheran-ro, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Namsan Botanical Garden. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
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.
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