Guro 5-dong
Seoul
Visit Guro 5-dong
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World
Enjoy the excitement at Lotte World and see why people love this amusement park in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
South Korea: COEX Aquarium Admission Ticket
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small Group Tour to DMZ, Susp.Bridge&NKorea M. with Hotel Pickup
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Guro 5-dong Hotel Deals
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern rooms, spacious, comfortable - we had a lovely stay in Seoul thanks to the Botanik!
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Our experience was really great and we olan to stay there again.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
We were given the wrong room which was smaller than the one we booked. It was resolved after 1hr, probably because it was so busy as it was around 4pm around checking time. When we finally got the new room, the fridge was wobbly & had a hard time using it. The bathroom sink & tub had some rust around ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Quaint facilities (not derogatory. It's pretty average) Everything else was excellent.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Breakfast was good, staff so helpful. The room a bit hot and need to open window.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Location is 5 minutes walk from Singil Station. Rooms are small but not a problem. Best of all is their breakfast! Great food choices and lots of tables.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Guro 5-dong
Yeongdeungpo-gu
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.
Hongdae
Urban arts and indie music thrive near Hongik University, with graffiti murals adorning Hongdae Mural Street and live music venues aplenty. Shop at independent clothing stalls, vintage shops, and visit quirky theme cafes.
Mapo-gu
Home to universities and the vibrant Hongdae club district, Mapo District boasts a lively cultural scene and diverse shopping and dining options. Easily accessible via multiple subway lines, don't miss the iconic Seoul World Cup Stadium and nearby parks.
Yongsan-gu
Central Seoul's Yongsan District boasts diverse shopping and nightlife in Itaewon, cultural attractions like the National Museum of Korea, and convenient transport via Seoul Subway Lines 1, 4, and 6.
Itaewon-dong
Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
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.
