Garak-dong
Seoul
Visit Garak-dong
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 top-notch restaurants 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 vibrant 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.
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
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony
Top hotels in Garak-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Such a lovely way to start our adventure in Korea. The view was stunning, food amazing and the service kind and engaged.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Complements on a great stay. Arrived around 11.00pm, reception were friendly and great English speakers. Room was clean had all the amenities you could wish for. Was a great base to explore Seoul. Would be happy to stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Clean room, courteous, friendly and efficient staff. The room was hot, we were told to open the windows for cold air however there was a big construction going next building; it was loud.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
The staff were so kind and helpful. Great English for foreign tourists.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Garak-dong
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
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.
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