Gwanak-gu
Seoul
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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.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
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
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Top hotels in Gwanak-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Other than a long check in, everything was spectacular.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The service is great, the front desk staff are really helpful. The room is clean and I like the fact that they clean well. I am most impressed with the location. It’s close to the station and also the buses are making the location super accessible. There are a lot of restaurants you could go.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Staff was helpful (and I leaned on them a lot. The facility was and well thought out for the longer term traveler.The neighborhood was a little disorienting. The”front” of the hotel opens up to a maze of small pathways and temporary construction walkways. One is reasonably close to what you want ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Everything was good. Clean, good amenities. I like that they have laundry facilities with good washer and dryer. The concierge on the ground level was very helpful ( he is wearing glasses). He helped us in navigating our way in Myeondong.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Clean room and helpful staff. I will come back in the future.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 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 KEPCO Art Center 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.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. 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.
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.
Gwanak-gu
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