Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

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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Things to do

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

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

Rp982.355
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Picture 2 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Rp965.923
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp682.828
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Rp589.413
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

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

Rp893.050
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

Seoul : DMZ N.Korean interview Suspension Bridge Gyeongbokgung

Rp675.860
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul : DMZ N.Korean interview Suspension Bridge Gyeongbokgung
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Top hotels in Gwangjin-gu

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

5 out of 5
177 Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.920.744 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp2.920.744
Rp3.534.101 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 ...
Grand Walkerhill Seoul
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is Rp4.543.380 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
Rp4.543.380
Rp5.497.490 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,536 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

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 Rp2.267.763 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp2.267.763
Rp2.494.539 total
22 Sept - 23 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 ...
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

4 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.467.466 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp2.467.466
Rp2.714.213 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is Rp1.298.109 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
Rp1.298.109
Rp1.427.920 total
30 Sept - 1 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
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is Rp1.469.847 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp1.469.847
Rp1.616.832 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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 ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
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Where to stay in Gwangjin-gu

Find the best Gwangjin-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwangjin-gu
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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 modern urban plaza with a large, curved sculpture, tall buildings, and a reflective sphere.

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 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 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.

Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide