Guro-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Guro-dong
Popular places to visit
Guro Digital Complex
Guro Digital Complex is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
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.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
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.
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)
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Top hotels in Guro-dong
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GURO
The room was very spacious with plenty of storage space, and everything was clean and well maintained. We tried the hotel breakfast on our last day, but it was disappointing as most of the food was overly salty.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Good quiet and safe location off Main Street. Easy access to metro. Room is clean and spacious. Bed is comfortable. Bathroom is spacious and clean. Shower is hot with good water pressure. No face towels. Thermostat is a little hard to figure out. Elevators can be slow in the morning breakfast and ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Hotel room was clean. Staffs were really helpful and accommodating. Location is easily accessible for public transportation and street food market
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Grand Hyatt Seoul has a fantastic location above Itaewon with beautiful views, and that's about all it has going for it. The service was among the worst I have experienced at a hotel in this category. I repeatedly asked for housekeeping and no one ever came. Turndown service simply doesn't exist ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Excellent location, friendly reception staff, definitely recommend
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Affordable hotel in an excellent location.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Guro-dong
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.
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.
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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 N Seoul Tower.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
