Yongsan-gu Travel Guide
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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 walkable 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
Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Top hotels in Yongsan-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Excellent hotel. It is 15 minutes up and down a steep hill to the nearest subway so we mostly used Ubers although they are relatively cheap. There’s a huge bar area as you walk into the hotel but no real lobby so you either have to order food or drinks but nowhere really to just sit and chat and ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
"The location of hotel is good. The lobby is not on the ground floor, so it takes time to get to the lobby (wait for elevators). The gym is small and does not offer much. Otherwise good."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Mondrian Seoul Itaewon
"Hotel is a short train ride to the palaces, quiet area. The restaurants and convenience store is just downstairs which is a plus."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
"Las habitaciones están pensadas para personas jóvenes, inspiradas en gamers, un poco pequeñas pero muy cómodas, excelente ubicación y el desayuno muy completo."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
"Wonderful room! This is a great place to stay -- very convenient to the train. Nice rooms."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"The rooms and bathrooms are large and clean. The breakfast has a wide variety of food options. Lots of restaurants around the hotel. I would highly recommend staying at this hotel."
Reviewed on 30 May 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 Namsan Botanical Garden. 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 Sejong Cultural Center and Gwanghwamun Square. 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.
