Gwanak-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A city sidewalk with a stone wall, green bushes, and trees.
A tree-lined pathway leading to a building with a staircase.
A park with green trees, pink flowers, and a person in a red jacket walking on a path.
A traditional Korean gate with a red door, green and red pillars, and tiled roof.
A stone monument with a unique stepped design surrounded by well-maintained bushes and flowers.

Stay near popular Gwanak-gu attractions

Seoul National University

8.2/10 (438 reviews)
South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.
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Things to do

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

฿1,092
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,397
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

฿1,489
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
From Seoul: Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour

From Seoul: Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour

฿2,125
per adult
From Seoul: Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ : N Korean Defector Talk+Suspension Bridge+Gyeongbok Palace

฿1,252
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ : N Korean Defector Talk+Suspension Bridge+Gyeongbok Palace
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul

Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul

฿1,997
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
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Top hotels in Gwanak-gu

Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro

Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro

4 out of 5
1458 Nambusunhwan-ro, Gwanak-gu Seoul
The price is ฿2,494 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿2,494
per night
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Gocheok Sky Dome and Yeouido Hangang ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
"there was black mold in the shower and when it was brought to the front desks attention she said she knows and that they aren’t going to do anything about it and the other rooms have it as well. wasn’t able to get a refund or partial refund either."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Anook Signature Hotel Seoul Guro
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿12,706 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿12,706
per night
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,949 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,949
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,894 reviews)
"Nice location and very spacious"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

3 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU Seoul
The price is ฿3,394 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,394
per night
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,833 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,833
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,988 reviews)
"Very good hotel, excellent staff, comfortable clean room. I would have given it 5 star had if they had flagged the construction site noise next door on booking site or in advance of check in. A note in room with earplugs was a bit late. Otherwise a great hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿6,390 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿6,390
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Lotte Hotel World
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Where to stay in Gwanak-gu

Find the best Gwanak-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gwanak-gu
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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A modern building with a large sign, steps leading up to it, and people walking around.

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.

Gwanak-gu Travel Guide