Gwanak-gu
Visit Gwanak-gu
Popular places to visit
Seoul National University
South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.
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.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Things to do
(Seoul) Korean Cooking Class with a Professional Chef
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul City Full Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace, Seoul Tower, Insadong
Top hotels in Gwanak-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwanak-gu
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil 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.
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.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trickeye Museum, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
- Seoul National University
- Seoul National University Museum of Art
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Everland
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- N Seoul Tower
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gwanghwamun
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Hongik University
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Korea University
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Songdo Central Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Guro Digital Complex
- Olympic Park
- Namsan Mountain Park
Hotels Near Gwanak-gu
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- Sadang-dong Hotels
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- Bongcheon-dong Hotels
- Bangbae 2-dong Hotels
- Sadang 1-dong Hotels
- Jowon-dong Hotels
- Namhyeon-dong Hotels
- Daerim-dong Hotels
- Sindaebang 1-dong Hotels
- Daehak-dong Hotels
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