Gangbuk-gu
Seoul
Visit Gangbuk-gu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favorite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island
Top hotels in Gangbuk-gu
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Even the cleaning lady was friendly to speak with.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Nice, clean, and welcoming
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Great location in Gangnam!! Entire staff was amazing!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Very helpful English speaking staff at reception. Clean and cosy stay. Very well equipped room with even cooking and washing machine. Amazing.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Amazing view Excellent staff Enjoyed very much
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Satisfied
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gangbuk-gu
Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Insa-dong
Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
Jung-gu
Travelers love Jung-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market.
Gangbuk-gu
- Lotte World
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanghwamun
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Seoul National University
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
