Gangdong-gu Travel Guide
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Visit Gangdong-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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul: Jamsil Baseball Stadium Game Ticket with Dinner&Beer
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage
Top hotels in Gangdong-gu
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Good location , friendly staff and clean comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Hotel was conveniently located, suite was spacious and pleasing, checking in and out was a breeze and staff were polite and prompt. However, due to yhe woody nature of the bathroom, it emitted some odor after the 3rd day of my 5-night stay. Brownie points for having netflix available for the ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The room is very spacious. Great for family with kids. Very clean. Washing machine n dryer are extra useful especially during winter periods. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
This is my second time staying here and I love it!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Gracery Seoul
It was as expected. Easy check in process and free lockers to store your stuff upon on check out.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gangdong-gu
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center 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.
Gangdong-gu Travel Guide
- Lotte World
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Namdaemun Market
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Everland
- Seoul City Hall
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Ski World at Konjiam Resort
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Korea University
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- The Garden of Morning Calm
- Seoul National University
Hotels Near Gangdong-gu, Seoul
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