Gangseo-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Gangseo-gu
Popular places to visit
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
After visiting Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lotte World Tower
Lotte World Tower is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Gangseo-gu
Mayfield Hotel Seoul
They should offer airport shuttle since the location of the hotel is way to far to the stores.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT
Great location, ill use it again if i come back to the area
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
Very good
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Golden Seoul Hotel
The staff were kind and the room was clean
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best ever !
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Very clean and spacious room. Love the kitchen and the balcony. Convenient washer and dryer. They don’t provide toothbrush/toothpaste or laundry detergent but atleast they have 2 convenience stores nearby. Very close to a lot of popular shopping streets that are within 15-20 minute walking distance. ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gangseo-gu
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Statue of Sejong the Great. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
