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.
Konkuk University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Konkuk University, during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Paradise Casino Walkerhill
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Paradise Casino Walkerhill during your visit to Seoul? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
AX-Korea
You can enjoy a show at AX-Korea during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Ttukseom Hangang Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ttukseom Hangang Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sejong University Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sejong University Museum during your travels in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Top hotels in Gwangjin-gu
Pullman Ambassador Seoul Eastpole
깨끗하고 아늑한 객실 친절한 직원 편의시설까지 다 좋았습니다
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
The Classic 500 Pentaz Executive Residence
The staffs are amazing. It was the one of the best hospitality services our family has experienced. I am highly recommend this place for the visitors to Korea. The amenities are amazing, the location is very convenient and the rooms are very clean and well designed.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Wonderful staff great location and last but not least the beds and onsite restaurant was outstanding !
Reviewed on Jan 7, 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 Dec 28, 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Great amenities and there was a convenience store in the building which was really nice since it was so cold
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Royal Hotel Seoul
The staff are very courteous and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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
Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs.
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.
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.
