Gangdong-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river curving through a city with high-rise buildings and a bridge in the distance.

Stay near popular Gangdong-gu attractions

Amsadong Prehistoric Dwelling Site

You can find out about the history of Seoul with a stop at Amsadong Prehistoric Dwelling Site. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

NZ$68
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

NZ$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options

NZ$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

NZ$95
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

NZ$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

NZ$114
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
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Our pick of the best Gangdong-gu Hotel Deals

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 NZ$221 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$221
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,140 reviews)
"Hotel is in great location close to bars, cafe and restaurants. Rooms provide kitchen,washer and dryer. Clean towels and bottled water everyday and rooms are cleaned every two days. Helpful staff and convenience 24 hour store on site as well as gym, pool table, screening room and golf play onsite. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$289 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$289
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,241 reviews)
"This hotel exceeded our expectations. The staff and the accommodations were excellent. Rooms were extremely clean and upgraded. It is no surprise that JAL has their crew stay at this hotel. It is located in area with plenty of food options. Our next stay in Seoul would be at this hotel!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$227 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$227
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun Market ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel beautiful surroundings friendly staff"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Stanford Hotel Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$149 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$149
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,756 reviews)
"they do offer breakfast with many options , in Gangnam it is very worth and washer with dryer ( pay option) but still , location is good , staff 24 hours , very helpful , detail"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

3 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$374 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$374
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,368 reviews)
"The hotel was mostly expensive and there was an additional charge for breakfast which I felt was a bit excessive. They operated as a nickel and dime entity. The hotel was clean and staff were very engaging. The manager greeted everyone and subsequently had a worker address any needs clients had. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Hotel Gracery Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$418 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$418
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,999 reviews)
"The staff on the 1st floor were highly dedicated and incredibly helpful. The cleaning staff on the 24th floor were also very professional, and the location is absolutely perfect."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
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Our guide on where to stay in Gangdong-gu

Find the best Gangdong-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gangdong-gu
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A cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

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.

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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 Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

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Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

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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 bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Gangdong-gu Travel Guide

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