Yongsan-gu Travel Guide

Seoul
Yongsan Park showing a garden as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

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N Seoul Tower

4.5/5(92 reviews)

This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.

N Seoul Tower
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Namsan Park

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Walk amid this peaceful natural environment, ride a cable car and marvel at Seoul’s majestic skyline at this sprawling mountain park.

Namsan Park
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National Museum of Korea

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Marvel as natural light illuminates the galleries of this contemporary museum building, which houses thousands of ancient and valuable Korean objects.

National Museum of Korea
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Itawon Street

4/5(1 review)

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Itawon Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Itawon Street
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Yongsan Electronics Market

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Discover a vast range of gadgets, check out some of the latest technology or haggle for a bargain in this trading hub for all things wired.

Yongsan Electronics Market
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War Memorial of Korea

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Learn about the history of war in Korea, marvel at the vast range of military hardware on display and pay your respects to the many lives lost in war.

War Memorial of Korea

Things to do

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DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge

£55
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
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Jeongseon Night Dream Welchon FAM Party

£163
Per adult
Jeongseon Night Dream Welchon FAM Party
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Korean traditional Wedding_MI

£135
Per adult
Korean traditional Wedding_MI
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Private Full-day Customizable tour with Professional Guide

£332
Per adult
Private Full-day Customizable tour with Professional Guide
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N Seoul Tower Ticket in Seoul

£17
Per adult
N Seoul Tower Ticket in Seoul
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Private tour: N.Korea Cooking Class & Talk with N.Korean Defector

£139
Per adult
Private tour: N.Korea Cooking Class & Talk with N.Korean Defector
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Top hotels in Yongsan-gu

Hamilton Hotel
Hamilton Hotel
3 out of 5
179, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £71 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
£71
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Best Hotel in Itaewon."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Hamilton Hotel
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £296 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£296
per night
12 May - 13 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were truly fantastic in helping us with every query and ensuring that our stay was enjoyable. The rooms were lovely, spacious and comfortable with phenomenal views"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
4 out of 5
366, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £113 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£113
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,128 reviews)
"We needed a great hotel right near Seoul Station and this IS IT!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
4 out of 5
95, Cheongpa-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £101 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£101
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Very very clean with allot of options for travel and shopping. Super easy access to the Subway and KTX. I did order room service once, it was very fast, with exceptional taste and quality."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
4.5 out of 5
95, Cheongpa-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £133 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£133
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"I love it's near big mall, station."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Yongsan - Seoul Dragon City
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £99 per night from 13 May to 14 May
£99
per night
13 May - 14 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,014 reviews)
"I’ve stayed with ENA both times I’ve visited SK and I would most likely stay with ENA again whenever I’m back. The rooms are clean, the staff are super nice and helpful. It’s in a very central area so I can always go get what I need quickly. There’s plenty of food and shops nearby. There’s a bus ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Yongsan-gu

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Itaewon-dong

If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

Hoehyeon-dong

While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.

Hoehyeon-dong
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

Myeong-dong
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Sinchon-dong

Consider a visit to Yonsei University Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Sinchon-dong. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Sinchon Station or Ewha Woman's University Station.

Sinchon-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 Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

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.

Jung-gu

Yongsan-gu Travel Guide

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