Yongsan-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Yongsan-gu
Popular places to visit
N Seoul Tower
This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.
Namsan Mountain Park
Walk amid this peaceful natural environment, ride a cable car and marvel at Seoul’s majestic skyline at this sprawling mountain park.
Itawon Street
During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Itawon Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
National Museum of Korea
Marvel as natural light illuminates the galleries of this contemporary museum building, which houses thousands of ancient and valuable Korean objects.
War Memorial of Korea
Learn about the history of war in Korea, marvel at the vast range of military hardware on display and pay your respects to the many lives lost in war.
Yongsan Electronics Market
Discover a vast range of gadgets, check out some of the latest technology or haggle for a bargain in this trading hub for all things wired.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Full Day DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola
Top hotels in Yongsan-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best ever !
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
Good service
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
Nice suite Convenient location
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Mondrian Seoul Itaewon
Room was large and clean. Gym was AMAZING! Spa/sauna was an additional minima charge, but worth it!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
the room is very clean, the staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Room was great. Staff were very friendly. Our room was cleaned every day. Overall great experience
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yongsan-gu
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.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
Pil-dong
While you're in Pil-dong, take in top sights like Namsangol Hanok Village and jump on the metro at Chungmuro Station to see more of the city.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and Gwanghwamun Square. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
