Gangbuk-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A red bridge over a body of water with high-rise buildings in the background.
A densely packed urban skyline with numerous high-rise buildings.
A snow-covered landscape with a frozen pond, bare trees, and a distant building on a hill.
A traditional pavilion with ornate roof and colorful decorations, situated by a calm lake with trees in the background.
A densely populated city with high-rise buildings and a mountain range in the background.

Stay near popular Gangbuk-gu attractions

National Cemetery for the April 19th Revolution

Enjoy a stop at National Cemetery for the April 19th Revolution, a landmark worth seeing in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp701.958
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Rp946.995
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

Rp965.085
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Rp577.863
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

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

Rp1.138.215
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

Rp875.550
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
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Top hotels in Gangbuk-gu

SOO HOTEL

SOO HOTEL

2 out of 5
4 Deongneung-ro 19-gil Seoul Seoul
The price is Rp652.488 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp652.488
Rp717.737 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Popular attractions Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"This hotel is great, and it's in a nice location with plenty of good food around."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

SOO HOTEL
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is Rp4.142.493 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp4.142.493
Rp5.012.416 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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
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 Rp4.152.199 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp4.152.199
Rp4.567.419 total
5 Oct - 6 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,080 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

3 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is Rp4.347.451 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp4.347.451
Rp4.782.196 total
12 Oct - 13 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! (1,334 reviews)
"Proximity to street market"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Hotel Gracery Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.479.934 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp1.479.934
Rp1.627.927 total
11 Oct - 12 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! (1,728 reviews)
"Everything is OK"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is Rp1.318.158 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.318.158
Rp1.449.974 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
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Where to stay in Gangbuk-gu

Find the best Gangbuk-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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.

Gangbuk-gu Travel Guide