Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings, a prominent tower, and a bridge over a body of water.
A city skyline with a prominent tower, a river reflecting lights, and a bridge with illuminated roadways.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent tower, a curved bridge over water, and a brightly lit highway.
A park with a pathway, trees, and a city skyline in the background.
A riverside park with a cyclist, a bridge, and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Gwangjin-gu attractions

Children's Grand Park

10.0/10 (1 review)
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Children's Grand Park home during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

AU$59
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

AU$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library & Temple

Seoul: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots

AU$77
per adult
Seoul: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

AU$13
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

AU$3
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
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Our pick of the best Gwangjin-gu Hotel Deals

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

5 out of 5
177 Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu Seoul
The price is AU$271 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$271
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff was not helpful when I needed to use the lounge and housekeeping doesn't clean the rooms well."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Grand Walkerhill Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$642 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$642
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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$242 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$242
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,880 reviews)
"The hotel is well located next to two stations. The hotel is modern and in good condition. It includes a well stationed air conditioned gym. It was very handy to have washer and dryer in the room, too."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

3 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$125 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$125
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is AU$274 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$274
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$329 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$329
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Lotte Hotel World
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Our guide on where to stay in Gwangjin-gu

Find the best Gwangjin-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwangjin-gu
Learn more about Gwangjin-gu
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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 cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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 Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, 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 modern building with a large sign, steps leading up to it, and people walking around.

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.

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