Gwangjin-gu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Children's Grand Park
Visit the native and exotic 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 search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
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 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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Top hotels in Gwangjin-gu
The Classic 500 Pentaz Executive Residence
Exceptional service and amazing room
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great location, clwan room and pleasant stay
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern hotel with an excellent gym and close to train station. Cafe and convenience store at the bottom of the building. Odd room design - one room had no door, the other room had a clear glass sliding door so not much privacy if you’re booking the 2 bedroom with friends.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Clean and convenient location
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Clean room, Kind staffa
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gwangjin-gu
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
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.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
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