Nowon-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Nowon-gu attractions

Taereung and Gangreung Royal Tombs

You can find out about the history of Seoul with a stop at Taereung and Gangreung Royal Tombs. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit 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 Nowon-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$227 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$227
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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! (2,101 reviews)
"We stayed at The Hotel Botanik for 11 days. Our room was cleaned daily. If we needed an extra towel the front desk was super quick in delivering. My middle daughter had a medical incident and they were extremely attentive in responding along with calling 119 Medics who arrived within 3 mins. Manager ..."

Reviewed on 6 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$213 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$213
7 Oct - 8 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! (1,199 reviews)
"The room was clean and well maintained. Having a spotless soaking tub was a wonderful bonus after a long day of walking."

Reviewed on 5 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$179 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$179
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! (1,004 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$153 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$153
7 Oct - 8 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 ...
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$398 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$398
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,339 reviews)
"Lovely well located hotel. Staff were great. Lifts are a bit confusing. But otherwise a property I’d definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 3 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$453 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$453
7 Oct - 8 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 ...
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
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Our guide on where to stay in Nowon-gu

Find the best Nowon-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Nowon-gu
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A busy urban street with various shops and advertisements.

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.

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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.

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