Gwangjang-dong Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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 enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Gwanghwamun
Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red Suspension bridge)
Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm
Gyeongju One-day Excursion with KTX Train Ride
Top hotels in Gwangjang-dong
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwangjang-dong
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.
Jamsil-dong
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Jamsil-dong. Top attractions like Lotte World and Jamsil Baseball Stadium are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Samjeon Station or Jamsilsaenae Station to see more of the city.
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 Starfield COEX Mall.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bongeunsa Temple 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 Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
- AX-Korea
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Everland
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Caribbean Bay
- Guro Digital Complex
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza