Yongsan-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Yongsan-gu
Popular places to visit
N Seoul Tower
This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.
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.
Itawon Street
During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Itawon Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple
Seoul: Nami and Petite France Tour with Optional K-Garden
Top hotels in Yongsan-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Grand Hyatt Seoul has a fantastic location above Itaewon with beautiful views, and that's about all it has going for it. The service was among the worst I have experienced at a hotel in this category. I repeatedly asked for housekeeping and no one ever came. Turndown service simply doesn't exist ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
Good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Mondrian Seoul Itaewon
I went back as I've been before - but my 'romantic memories' were soon washed away. I was quickly reminded that the elevators takes forever (as in it is actually a problem), the staff has an attitude, and the rooms are small (with absolutely no option to work - not even a lounge). I was provided ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The hotel is very nice and comfortable. The breakfast is great, the suite has washer, dryer, an amazing steaming machine. The kitchen is completely unequipped, not even basics like plates, and the amenities are extra (you need to pay extra to use the playroom). Overall we really enjoyed our stay ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Love love love this place! My second time staying here and was just as good, super clean rooms and lovely staff, a super convenient location as well with the shopping streets within a five minute walk and easy access to public transport as well! Would definitely recommend :)
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Nice place and well kept. Staffs were very helpful, friendly, courteous. Nice selection for breakfast and they were made to order. At around 8 AM constructions started lots of noise and hammering sounds that we couldn’t sleep in!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yongsan-gu
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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.
