Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
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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.

Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

N Seoul Tower
This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.

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 vibrant 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.
Things to do

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

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

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

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

South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket

Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
Top hotels in Gwanak-gu

Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro
"The room is a bit small, and one of the lights near my room's door is broken and keeps flickering."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"All the above"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Best view in town!!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Seoul Garden Hotel
"Staff were not helpfully. It was difficult to get any help."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gwanak-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.




















