Gangbuk-gu
Seoul
Visit Gangbuk-gu
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Top hotels in Gangbuk-gu
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great location, clean, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Everything from the kind and courteous housekeeping staff to the reception staff. The hotel is not one to miss out on. The breakfast was spectacular also, plenty of choice and well worth the money paid for it.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean room with convenient store and restaurants.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Royal Hotel Seoul
The location is extremely convenient, and the accommodation quality and overall environment are comfortable, making it an excellent alternative to a five-star hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Good location in between insadong and Myeongdong. Clean rooms and friendly staff. Good value for money.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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 Gwangjang Market, 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 Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
Gangbuk-gu
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Anguk-Dong Hotels
- Banghak-Dong Hotels
- Hotels near Bukchon Hanok Village
- Chang-Dong Hotels
- Hotels near Cheonggyecheon
- Hotels near Dobongsan Station
- Hotels near Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Dongdaemun-Gu Hotels
- Hotels near Dongmyo Station
- Hotels near Doota Mall
- Gongneung-Dong Hotels
- Hotels near Gwangjang Market
- Hotels near Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Hotels near Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
- Hotels near Hyehwa Station
- Ikseon-Dong Hanok Village Hotels
- Imun 1-dong Hotels
- Gay friendly Hotels in Insa-dong
- Hotels with Air Conditioning in Insa-dong
- Hotels with Breakfast in Insa-dong
- Hotels with indoor pool in Insa-dong
- Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Hotels
- Hotels near Jongno Catholic Church
- Majang-Dong Hotels
- Mia-Dong Hotels
- Hotels near Mia Station
- Nowon-Gu Hotels
- Pyeongchang-Dong Hotels
- Sangbong-Dong Hotels
- Seongbuk-Gu Hotels
- Ssangmun 2-dong Hotels
- Sungin-Dong Hotels
- Hotels near Sungshin Women's University
- Suyu-Dong Hotels
- Hotels near Taereung Station
- Ui-Dong Hotels
- Wolgye-Dong Hotels
- Yongdu-Dong Hotels
- Baeksasil Valley
- Bangsan Market
- Bugak Skyway
- Cheonggyecheon
- Choi Sunu House
- Choong Ang High School
- Daehan Hospital
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Doseonsa Temple
- Gwangjang Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Gyeongdong Market
- Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
- Heunginjimun Gate
- Hwagyesa Temple
- Hyundai City Outlet
- Ikseon-Dong Hanok Village Holidays
- Insa Art Center
- King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall
- Kokdu Museum
- Korea Furniture Museum
- Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art
- Seongbuk-Gu Holidays
- Seoul Art Space Sindang
- Visit Banghak-dong
- Visit Daehangno
- Visit Dobong-gu
- Visit Donam-dong
- Visit Donghwa-dong
- Visit Eunpyeong-gu
- Visit Gongneung-dong
- Visit Hwanghak-dong
- Visit Ikseon-dong Hanok Village
- Visit Insa-dong
- Visit Jangan-dong
- Visit Jegi-dong
- Visit Jingwan-dong
- Visit Jongam-dong
- Visit Jung-gu
- Visit Junggye-dong
- Visit Jungnang-gu
- Visit Mangu-dong
- Visit Mia-dong
- Visit Myeong-dong
- Visit Nowon-gu
- Visit Samcheong-dong
- Visit Seongbuk-dong
- Visit Seongbuk-gu
- Visit Seongdong-gu
- Visit Sindang-dong
- Visit Sogong-dong
- Visit Songcheon-dong
- Visit Ssangmun-dong
- Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Museum
- Visit Seoul
- Sindang-Dong Tteokbokki Town
- Sungshin Women's University
- Yoogeum Museum
