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 charming cafes 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 culturally rich area.
Namdaemun Market
During your trip to Seoul, you can do some window-shopping at Namdaemun Market. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, a popular green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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 culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Gangseo-gu
Mayfield Hotel Seoul
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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
yes, the room is clean, everything is good.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Botanic Park
The rooms were so clean , housekeeping came everyday and replaced everything. Front desk was very nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
From H US Hotel with Aank Seoul Gangseo Hwagok
Room is very clean. Staff are friendly and try to help as much as they can. Mattress could be more soft because its hard like rock but otherwise this quality/price ratio is amazing
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great location, clean, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Everything from the kind and courteous housekeeping staff to the reception staff. The hotel is not one to miss out on. The breakfast was spectacular also, plenty of choice and well worth the money paid for it.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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 Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
