Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
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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.
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.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Things to do
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Gwanak-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Los servicios del hotel muy caros
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great location, comfortable room, very helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Shilla Seoul
We loved our stay. If there were any complaints, it was that we could not stay longer.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Didn't try breakfast, as there are many restaurants around the area. Staff are frienfly snd helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
N.A
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
The best experience ever for us in South Korea! Highly recommend and will visit again!
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
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 Teheranno, 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 Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. 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 Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
- Seoul National University
- Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University
- Horim Museum
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Songdo Central Park
- Hongik University
- Olympic Park
- Korea University
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Goyang Stadium
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