Gangdong-gu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gangdong-gu
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
N Seoul Tower
Wherever you are in Seoul, you'll usually be able to spot this landmark that offers superb views over the city.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This vast commercial district is a shopper's paradise with its many malls, boutiques and specialist shops sitting happily alongside traditional Korean market places.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Activities
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
Our pick of the best Gangdong-gu Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Everything about our stay was amazing."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Having a little studio apartment was very handy as Seoul was my first stop on a longer trip, so being able to do a load of laundry before leaving was useful. However I think the location is better for 2nd or 3rd time visitors to Seoul as you are not right in the thick of everything. You are however ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Lotte Hotel World
"Room is clean and well lit. Staff accommodated to our request as well. Will stay again"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Very nice hotel, walking distance to Namdaemun and Myeong-dong Markets! Loved that I was able to do laundry everyday, and the kids enjoyed the pool! Friendly staff, and staff that spoke English too!"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
"Clean hotel in the center of Myeongdong"
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Gangdong-gu
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.
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.
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.
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.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
Gangdong-gu Travel Guide
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