Gwanak-gu

Seoul

A city sidewalk with a stone wall, green bushes, and trees.
A tree-lined pathway leading to a building with a staircase.
A park with green trees, pink flowers, and a person in a red jacket walking on a path.
A traditional Korean gate with a red door, green and red pillars, and tiled roof.
A stone monument with a unique stepped design surrounded by well-maintained bushes and flowers.

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Seoul National University

8.2/10 (438 reviews)
South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.
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Things to do

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

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

€49
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul

Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (JSA Museum & Bridge Crossing)

€44
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (JSA Museum & Bridge Crossing)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

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

€45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk

€34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk
GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Full-Day Royal Palace & Seoul City Tour (Pick-up)

€61
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Full-Day Royal Palace & Seoul City Tour (Pick-up)
Seoul: Night Market Food Tour with Local Guide

Seoul Street Food Market Tour

€66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Street Food Market Tour
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Top hotels in Gwanak-gu

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 €147 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
€147
18 Nov - 19 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 ...
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is €152 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€152
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,965 reviews)
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LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is €125 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
€125
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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 Dongdaemun No.2

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

2 out of 5
325, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is €75 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
€75
9 Nov - 10 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
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is €81 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
€81
23 Nov - 24 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
The price is €122 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€122
2 Dec - 3 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
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Where to stay in Gwanak-gu

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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.
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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.

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