Gangseo-gu Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Lotte World

Lotte World

Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Lotte World
Myeongdong Street

Myeongdong Street

When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Myeongdong Street
Namdaemun Market which includes street scenes, a city and markets

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.

Namdaemun Market
Lotte World Tower showing a skyscraper

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.

Lotte World Tower
Gyeongbok Palace featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Starfield COEX Mall

Starfield COEX Mall

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Starfield COEX Mall

Top hotels in Gangseo-gu

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok

3.5 out of 5
143 Magokjungang-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
The price is ₹9,644 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
₹9,644
₹10,608 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (274 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
Lotte City Hotel Gimpo Airport

Lotte City Hotel Gimpo Airport

3 out of 5
38, Haneul-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
The price is ₹10,551 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹10,551
₹11,606 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,676 reviews)
"Beds were awesome. The pillows and comforter were top notch. There is also a small convenience store by breakfast? Also love that a mall and metro subway is simply just down the elevator?! I will stop here every time before I visit Jeju- def helped to get over jet lag!! ^^"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Lotte City Hotel Gimpo Airport
Mayfield Hotel Seoul

Mayfield Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
94, Banghwa-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ₹11,724 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
₹11,724
₹12,896 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The stay was great, but the location is lacking. Not really the hotels fault but still an inconvenience."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Mayfield Hotel Seoul
Golden Seoul Hotel

Golden Seoul Hotel

4 out of 5
663, Gonghang-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ₹5,444 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
₹5,444
₹6,070 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and 5 minute walk to train station"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Golden Seoul Hotel
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,715 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
₹10,715
₹11,787 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,651 reviews)
"Location wise is good. We stayed for 5 nights and only one of the five days housekeeping forget to clean the bathroom."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ₹13,458 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
₹13,458
₹14,804 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,856 reviews)
"It’s a fantastic place to stay. The staff goes out of its way to help you and make your stay as pleasant as possible. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
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Other neighbourhoods around Gangseo-gu

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Mapo-gu

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

Mapo-gu
Hongdae which includes outdoor art, street scenes and a city

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

Hongdae
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Yeongdeungpo-gu

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.

Yeongdeungpo-gu
War Memorial of Korea featuring signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Yongsan-gu

4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.

Yongsan-gu
Deoksugung Palace showing a garden as well as a small group of people

Sogong-dong

Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.

Sogong-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

Jongno-gu

Gangseo-gu Travel Guide