Visit Gwangjin-gu
Popular places to visit
Children's Grand Park
Meet the animals who call Children's Grand Park home during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World
Enjoy the excitement at Lotte World and see why people love this amusement park in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World Tower
Lotte World Tower is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Namdaemun Market
During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Namdaemun Market. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Gwangjin-gu Hotel Deals
Pullman Ambassador Seoul Eastpole
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Reviewed on 16 December 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. I appreciated their hospitality. The building was a bit old and looked a bit worn. However, the location was excellent. The staff were very friendly and made me feel very welcome.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Everything from the kind and courteous housekeeping staff to the reception staff. The hotel is not one to miss out on. The breakfast was spectacular also, plenty of choice and well worth the money paid for it.
Reviewed on 28 December 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
clean and spacious room - excellent service, excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 7 January 2026
Royal Hotel Seoul
Staff was polite and smiley. Room is cleaned daily. Location is unbeatable.
Reviewed on 29 December 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 November 2025
Other neighborhoods around Gwangjin-gu
Seongsu-dong
If you're spending time in Seongsu-dong, check out sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Songpa-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Lotte World while getting to know Songpa-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
Samseong-dong
Spend some time visiting places like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center while getting to know Samseong-dong, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station to see more of the area.
Gangnam-gu
Heavily concentrated wealth and high-end shopping areas like Apgujeong, COEX Mall, and Garosugil define this district. Explore Bongeun Temple and savor modern Korean cuisine at upscale restaurants near Park Hyatt Hotel.
Dongdaemun-gu
Home to the University of Seoul and bustling Cheongnyangni Station, Dongdaemun District offers a lively atmosphere with Gyeongdong Market's herbal medicine and agricultural delights. Explore cultural sites like King Sejong Memorial and Seonnongdan.
Yeoksam 1-dong
If you're spending time in Yeoksam 1-dong, check out sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno and hop on the metro to see more the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
Gwangjin-gu
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- Konkuk University
- Paradise Casino Walkerhill
- AX-Korea
- Children's Grand Park
- Ttukseom Hangang Park
- Sejong University Museum
- Acha Mountain Fortress
- Common Ground
- J-Bug
- Hanareum Pro shop
- Junggok Munhwa Cheyuk Center
- Ttukseomyuwonji
- Gwangjin Takgoo Gyosil
- Myeongdong Street
- Lotte World
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- N Seoul Tower
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Everland
- Gwanghwamun
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Hongik University
- Olympic Park
- Ski World at Konjiam Resort
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
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