Gwanak-gu

Seoul

A city sidewalk with a stone wall, green bushes, and trees.
A tree-lined pathway leading to a building with a staircase.
A park with green trees, pink flowers, and a person in a red jacket walking on a path.
A traditional Korean gate with a red door, green and red pillars, and tiled roof.
A stone monument with a unique stepped design surrounded by well-maintained bushes and flowers.

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Seoul National University

8.2/10 (438 reviews)
South Korea’s leading university is a city within a city, with students living, exercising, learning and socializing on site at its main campus.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

￥6,099
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

￥5,177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

￥8,942
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

￥8,484
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options

￥7,060
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector

Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge

￥6,589
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge
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Gwanak-gu Hotel Deals

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ￥22,242 per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
￥22,242
￥24,660 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,228 reviews)
"Clean room and perfect amenities"

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is ￥22,720 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥22,720
￥25,190 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,243 reviews)
"Been to 66 countries, this was one of the worst breakfast . There was hot water issues for 2 days..talked to the manager for some type of compensation to no avail. Gym consists of 4 machines, no way to clean after use. Not foreigner friendly, not many speak complete English. No moisturizer in bathroom. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is ￥12,349 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥12,349
￥13,677 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

3 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ￥21,859 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
￥21,859
￥24,261 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

2 out of 5
325, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ￥11,468 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥11,468
￥12,701 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥17,215 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
￥17,215
￥19,107 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"No A/C? The wall unit is only for looks in October. It was hot in the room, and I was sweating. Called the front desk to complain and they turned it on for me on their end. It was cold overnight and I couldn't control thr temperature in the room. Sweat or be cold, those are only options. They offer ..."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Stanford Hotel Seoul
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Where to stay in Gwanak-gu

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A cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

Myeong-dong

Travelers love Myeong-dong for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral.

A statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

Gangnam-gu

Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

Hongdae

Spend some time visiting places like Gyeongui Line Forest Park while getting to know Hongdae, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.

A bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Gwanak-gu

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