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.
See properties

Things to do

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

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

Rp988.130
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Rp971.601
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

Rp713.540
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Rp592.878
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Night Market Food Tour with Local Guide

Seoul Street Food Market Tour

Rp1.329.484
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Street Food Market Tour
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

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

Rp898.300
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
See all activities in Seoul

Top hotels in Gwangjin-gu

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

5 out of 5
177 Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.653.647 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp2.653.647
Rp3.210.913 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It was such a great experience overall from douglas stay to grand walkerhill. Everything was smooth and staffs were great help. I would visit for next year again."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Grand Walkerhill Seoul
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 Rp2.591.367 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.591.367
Rp2.850.504 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,255 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, walking distance to central area but tucked away so not too noisy."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.693.249 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.693.249
Rp2.962.580 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is Rp1.556.987 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.556.987
Rp1.712.686 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

3 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.629.385 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
Rp2.629.385
Rp2.892.324 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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 Dongdaemun No.2

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

2 out of 5
325, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is Rp1.408.058 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.408.058
Rp1.548.864 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
See all 2,892 properties in Gwangjin-gu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Gwangjin-gu

Find the best Gwangjin-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwangjin-gu
Learn more about Gwangjin-gu
A cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

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 statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

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 city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

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.
Photo by TM
Open Photo by TM

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