Yongsan-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

War Memorial of Korea featuring signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people
Yongsan Park showing a garden as well as a small group of people
War Memorial of Korea showing a fountain and a pond
War Memorial of Korea showing a garden, wild flowers and a statue or sculpture
National Museum of Korea featuring flowers as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

N Seoul Tower showing a city, nightlife and modern architecture

N Seoul Tower

This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.

N Seoul Tower
Namsan Park which includes hiking or walking and a garden as well as a small group of people

Namsan Mountain Park

Walk amid this peaceful natural environment, ride a cable car and marvel at Seoul’s majestic skyline at this sprawling mountain park.

Namsan Mountain Park
National Museum of Korea showing heritage elements and interior views as well as a small group of people

National Museum of Korea

Marvel as natural light illuminates the galleries of this contemporary museum building, which houses thousands of ancient and valuable Korean objects.

National Museum of Korea
Itawon Street

Itawon Street

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Itawon Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Itawon Street
War Memorial of Korea showing interior views and art

War Memorial of Korea

Learn about the history of war in Korea, marvel at the vast range of military hardware on display and pay your respects to the many lives lost in war.

War Memorial of Korea
Yongsan Electronics Market which includes interior views and shopping

Yongsan Electronics Market

Discover a vast range of gadgets, check out some of the latest technology or haggle for a bargain in this trading hub for all things wired.

Yongsan Electronics Market

Things to do

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

฿413
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island

Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island

฿1,962
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,369
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Chenggyecheon Stream in Seoul Night tour_PLK Travel

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

฿1,434
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

฿60
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
From Seoul: Nami Island, Korean Garden & Rail Bike Day Trip

From Seoul: Nami Island, Korean Garden & Rail Bike Day Trip

฿2,524
per adult
From Seoul: Nami Island, Korean Garden & Rail Bike Day Trip
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Top hotels in Yongsan-gu

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿6,813 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
฿6,813
฿8,243 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Los servicios del hotel muy caros"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Mondrian Seoul Itaewon

Mondrian Seoul Itaewon

5 out of 5
23, Jangmun-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿5,884 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
฿5,884
฿6,472 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff in general was top notxh. The staff member Victoria was extremely helpful, courteous and genuinely kind in assisting us with our checkout and procuring a taxi for our airport departure. I was so pleased to have been a guest here. This hotel will forever be my go to when staying in Seoul. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Mondrian Seoul Itaewon
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station

4 out of 5
366, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,817 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿4,817
฿5,829 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,368 reviews)
"Lovely corner room with floor to ceiling windows with an amazing view. Great location close to Seoul Station so ideal for the A’rex / airport train, plus lots going on in the area"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

4 out of 5
95, Cheongpa-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,716 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,716
฿4,088 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"My only complaint is that I could not cancel the 1st day of my reservation, which probably the fault of Expedia, rather than the hotel."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

4.5 out of 5
95, Cheongpa-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,955 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿4,955
฿5,450 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"really close to a big mall, nice hotel morning buffet was ehhh for the price. Enjoyed staying there"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

5 out of 5
95, Cheongpa-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿6,193 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿6,193
฿6,813 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, right beside Yongsan Station and Ipark mall. Room was nice and spacious!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
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Other neighbourhoods around Yongsan-gu

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Itaewon-dong

If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

Hoehyeon-dong

While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.

Hoehyeon-dong
Deoksugung Palace showing a garden as well as a small group of people

Sogong-dong

Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.

Sogong-dong
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

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.

Myeong-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

Jongno-gu
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.

Jung-gu

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