Gangseo-gu
Seoul
Visit Gangseo-gu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Gangseo-gu
LOTTE CITY HOTEL GIMPO AIRPORT
Fast check in & comfy room for a quick stay before a shockingly early flight out of Gimpo airport. Be aware even though the hotel is connected to Gimpo airport, doors that directly access Gimpo don’t unlock until 5 am. So be prepared to walk around outdoors (which takes about 20 minutes) instead ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
Didn’t eat breakfast there. Staff very helpful. No car. Cleaned the room perfectly.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Mayfield Hotel Seoul
good location for airport transit
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
A pretty good location for Myeongdong and for public transport from the airport (the Airport Limo bus stops by the nearby Park Hotel) and for City Hall Metro Station and lots of buses. Not too far from the main railway station either. There are better located hotels right in Myeongdong, but they ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Lotte Hotel World
completely satisfied with stay including cleaness, professional, very kind service of all the staff: gate door, front desk, guest service and room service, receiving online orders delivering to the room, bag storage and
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
The bed was too low and uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gangseo-gu
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
Gangseo-gu
- West Seoul Lake Park
- Lotte World
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Songdo Central Park
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Korea University
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Gwangjang Market
