Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide

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Gwangjin-gu
Gwangjin-gu
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Popular places to visit

Children's Grand Park

Children's Grand Park

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Children's Grand Park home during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Children's Grand Park

Konkuk University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Konkuk University during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Konkuk University

Ttukseom Hangang Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ttukseom Hangang Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ttukseom Hangang Park

Paradise Casino Walkerhill

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Paradise Casino Walkerhill during your time in Seoul? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Paradise Casino Walkerhill

AX-Korea

You can enjoy a show at AX-Korea on your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

AX-Korea

Sejong University Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sejong University Museum in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sejong University Museum

Things to do

Guided Gyeonggido Bucheon Gimpo Day Tour

Guided Gyeonggido Bucheon Gimpo Night Tour

฿1,965
per adult
Guided Gyeonggido Bucheon Gimpo Night Tour
Kayaking

Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and Kayak Activities in Han River

฿1,081
per adult
Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and Kayak Activities in Han River
Seoul: Stand Up Paddle Board

Seoul: Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) & Kayak in Han River

฿1,053
per adult
Seoul: Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) & Kayak in Han River
Han River Urban Nature Bike Tour in Seoul

Seoul Urban Nature Bike Tour along Han River

฿1,522
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Urban Nature Bike Tour along Han River
Gyeonggi do Yangpyeong Day Tour

Gyeonggi do Yangpyeong Day Tour

฿1,638
per adult
Gyeonggi do Yangpyeong Day Tour
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Urban Nature Bike Tour along Han River

Seoul: Urban Nature Bike Tour along Han River

฿1,645
per adult
Seoul: Urban Nature Bike Tour along Han River
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Top hotels in Gwangjin-gu

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

Grand Walkerhill Seoul

5 out of 5
177 Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,954 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,954
฿4,785 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Older hotel. Location is isolated."

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Grand Walkerhill Seoul
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,201 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,201
฿4,622 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,642 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿5,072 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,072
฿5,579 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,849 reviews)
"was a decent hotel. rooms were modest size but clean. walking distance from train station was ok if you have the time. conveniently close to the market."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,589 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,589
฿2,848 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿9,741 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿9,741
฿11,787 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The service (check-in, dining, guest services) was excellent!! The views overlooking Gangnam was awesome."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Step Inn Myeongdong 1

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

3 out of 5
15F, 55 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,833 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿1,833
฿2,016 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Staff were great when I needed to interact. Room was small but perfect for me. Being right next to reception meant it was a little loud at times esp during breakfast, but I’d certainly stay again"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Step Inn Myeongdong 1
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwangjin-gu

Seoul Forest which includes a park and a city

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.

Seongsu-dong
Olympic Park showing a city, a high-rise building and landscape views

Songpa-gu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Songpa-gu
Samseong-dong which includes interior views

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 Starfield COEX Mall.

Samseong-dong
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Gangnam-gu

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Gangnam-gu
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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong

Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide