Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
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Visit Gwanak-gu
Popular places to visit
Seoul National University
Explore the campus of Seoul National University during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 vibrant area.
Namdaemun Market
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Namdaemun Market, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. 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 Gwanak-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Decent hotel, rooms are fairly small and the washrooms are very tight. Overall decent stay and would stay again for the view and neighborhood.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Great amenities inside our room. It has dry/steam cleaning. Staffs were very helpful. There was issue on the a/C but they manage to fix it right away. Overall, the place is perfect for us..
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Great location . Nearby the airport bus 50 meters, nearby Meyundong shopping and nightlife area . Breakfast is superior!!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Breakfast was good
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Highly recommended! We will check in again if we will be back in Korea :)
Reviewed on 23 Apr 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 Gangnam-daero 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.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheran-ro, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
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.
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.
