Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
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.
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 charming cafes in this culturally rich 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.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup (NK Museum & Susp. Bridge)
DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Gwanak-gu
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Amazing location and very well-maintained hotel. Very clean rooms and high-end technology in the rooms. Very happy with the location, good staff, and amazing property to stay.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Highly recommended! We will check in again if we will be back in Korea :)
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Hotel was fine, nice and clean, quiet at night. Good size room and bath with expected amenities. Skip the on-site restaurants, the Indian/Mediterranean was not good, neither was the coffee shop.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
We enjoyed our 4 night stay at ENA Suite Hotel. The hotel is centrally located wh easy access to metro and bus stations. The hotel staffs were very friendly and helpful. There are several restaurants within walking distance. The hotel's location is very convenient.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Lotte Hotel World
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Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
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 Teheran-ro, 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 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.
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.
