Gwanak-gu Travel Guide
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Visit Gwanak-gu
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
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
(Seoul) Korean Cooking Class with a Professional Chef
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Top hotels in Gwanak-gu
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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 Teheranno, 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.
- Seoul National University
- Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University
- Seoul Museum of Art - Nam Seoul Annex
- Lotte World
- Namdaemun Market
- Everland
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Lotte World Tower
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Songdo Central Park
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Hongik University
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Korea University
- Guro Digital Complex
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 2
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Hyundai Department Store
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Hotels Near Gwanak-gu, Seoul
- Yeongdeungpo-gu Hotels
- Seocho-gu Hotels
- Guro-gu Hotels
- Dongjak-gu Hotels
- Geumcheon-gu Hotels
- Doksan-dong Hotels
- Bongcheon-dong Hotels
- Bangbae-dong Hotels
- Sillim-dong Hotels
- Sadang 1-dong Hotels
- Bangbae 2-dong Hotels
- Sadang-dong Hotels
- Sangdo 1-dong Hotels
- Sangdo-dong Hotels
- Sindaebang 1-dong Hotels
- Nakseongdae-dong Hotels
- Guro 3-dong Hotels
- Namhyeon-dong Hotels
- Inheon-dong Hotels
- Daerim-dong Hotels