Yongsan-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large, modern building with a prominent entrance and a flag on top. There are banners on either side of the entrance, and a crowd of people gathered in front.
A tree-lined pathway in a park with people walking.
A large stone building with multiple columns and a fountain in front.
A statue of a soldier on a hill with people walking around.
A modern building with a large sign, steps leading up to it, and people walking around.

Stay near popular Yongsan-gu attractions

A tower with a spherical observation deck, surrounded by fireworks.
Photo by Korea Tourism Organization
Open Photo by Korea Tourism Organization

N Seoul Tower

8.8/10 (5,111 reviews)
Wherever you are in Seoul, you'll usually be able to spot this landmark that offers superb views over the city.
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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
Picture 2 for Activity 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
Suspension Bridge

Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

NZ$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

NZ$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

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

NZ$115
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
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Our pick of the best Yongsan-gu Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$655 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$655
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Beautiful room. Incredible pool area (but unfortunately, it’s an extra fee which they don’t tell you until you see it on your bill - I didn’t like that. The breakfast buffet was wonderful."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station

4 out of 5
366, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$250 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$250
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,389 reviews)
"The hotel location was really near to Seoul Station (walking distance). It is convenient if you have large luggage to move around. However, please noted that there is two Four-Point hotel in this area and you need to get the right one. Breakfast was ok. room was considered good for Asian guest. One ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City

4 out of 5
95, Cheongpa-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$228 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$228
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Everything was good."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
Mondrian Seoul Itaewon

Mondrian Seoul Itaewon

5 out of 5
23, Jangmun-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$367 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$367
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice hotel, beautiful rooms which were a good size, but the $60+ pool fee for only two hours was not worth the free drink tokens, and it was one use per day. That’s a bummer when it’s extremely hot and erratic weather"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Mondrian Seoul Itaewon
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$298 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$298
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (1,693 reviews)
"Nice and clean, convenient!"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$455 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$455
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,503 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Good location."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Lotte Hotel World
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Our guide on where to stay in Yongsan-gu

Find the best Yongsan-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Yongsan-gu
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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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 traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

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

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