Gangbuk-gu 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 vibrant 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 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.
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.
Things to do
Hiking Adventure Bukhansan Highest Peak & Old Buddhist temples visit (Lunch inc)
Grandma's Home Cooking Class at Korean House l Seoul
Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course
South Korea: Half Day Morning Seoul Guided Tour - Seoul Cultural Treasures
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Gangbuk-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Gangbuk-gu
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.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. 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
Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.
- Dream Forest
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- N Seoul Tower
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Guro Digital Complex
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Namsan Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Myeongdong Cathedral
Hotels Near Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
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