Title: Visit Gangbuk-gu: 2026 Gangbuk-gu, Seoul Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Gangbuk-gu](https://expedia.com/Gangbuk-Gu-Seoul-Hotels.0-n553248635277407551-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Seoul](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Seoul.d178308.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Seoul](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Seoul.d178308.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Gangbuk-gu](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gangbuk-Gu.d553248635277407551.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gangbuk-gu Vacations](https://expedia.com/Gangbuk-Gu.d553248635277407551.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Gangbuk-gu ## Seoul ![apartment along the Han River in Seoul.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407551/f9b7ee93-a97f-480e-9343-b98e1715e66b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Apartment in the North Viewed from Namsan Mountain in Seoul](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407551/78fa7aeb-543a-4fd6-a410-1f68e22bce9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Landscape of a park with lots of snow.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407551/e7f00f13-c8f3-4605-a269-9a5bb27ee682.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dream Forest park in Seoul, South Korea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407551/9dd7f2f2-0e13-4c6a-b0f8-1ecc65d799ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An old town in Seoul, South Korea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635277407551/e84203c3-a6c0-4fb3-9f56-a14ea5de474b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Gangbuk-gu Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Seoul Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Seoul.dx178308) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Myeongdong shopping street at night in Seoul. Seoul, South Korea, 2015.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974882735/59891133-120b-4437-ab1e-cf7f7503ac14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Myeongdong-Street-Myeong-dong.d553248635974882735.Vacation-Attraction) ![Scenic park at downtown of Seoul, South Korea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080035/d33882ed-5027-425f-8098-6cfc879a949d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lotte-World-Songpa-gu.d6080035.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dongdaemun History and Culture Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080017/dc1543a2-894f-4636-bdd7-977d929eab4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dongdaemun History and Culture Park This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces. [](https://expedia.com/Dongdaemun-History-And-Culture-Park-Jung-gu.d6080017.Vacation-Attraction) ![COEX Convention and Exhibition Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080015/040b6413-72b3-4bba-95b6-b6d7892a6beb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/COEX-Convention-And-Exhibition-Center-Gangnam-gu.d6080015.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lotte World Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621594534921/8be16b24-26f7-46f5-b55d-9ef147eb9201.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lotte-World-Tower-Songpa-gu.d553248621594534921.Vacation-Attraction) ![Traditional Korean style architecture at Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul, South Korea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526920794/e45d5a27-61da-4653-9111-94a98776e9a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bukchon Hanok Village You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Bukchon-Hanok-Village-Jongno-gu.d553248621526920794.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![GyeongBokGung Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307525/72e6026f-a9ad-4fd2-8939-048158d03d13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up) $68 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-royal-palace-and-seoul-city-tour-hotel-pick-up.a1307525.activity-details) ![Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2139052/77de396a-e806-4c6a-b21a-ea29a2ea688f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower) $30 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/best-seoul-city-tour-gyeongbokgung-palace.a2139052.activity-details) ![Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1325069/b363552a-3f72-4962-a8b0-d979a4343615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge $38 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/signature-dmz-tour-exclusive-nk-defector-talk-suspension-bridge.a1325069.activity-details) ![Seoul Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2471005/69881e54-03ee-446d-b398-8a0e6cdc812a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park) $45 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/seoul-night-tour-gwangjang-market.a2471005.activity-details) ![Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3221493/e717e930-113d-44d2-be41-eddbc398083f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (JSA Museum & Bridge Crossing) $49 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-korea-dmz-tour-from-seoul-jsa-museum-bridge-crossing.a3221493.activity-details) ![Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2008596/8b1c5c20-dbf2-43bc-a073-1ef23490dddc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple $32 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/korean-palace-and-temple-tour-in-seoul-gyeongbokgung-palace-and-jogyesa-temple.a2008596.activity-details) [See all activities in Seoul](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Seoul.d178308.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Gangbuk-gu Hotel Deals ![HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110880000/110879300/110879232/4021b2f5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG 23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul $119 nightly $131 total May 6 - May 7 Total with taxes and 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! (1,228 reviews) Housekeeping is not doing good job of cleaning all of recycled bottles either not picking them up or pick up the wrong thing. They can go for many days not doing it. When they did, they are mistaking and trashing a pair of expensive Birkenstock shoes instead. Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F6%2F2026&endDate=5%2F7%2F2026&selected=110879232&PinnedHotelID=110879232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407551) ![LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12615800/12615733/d8879f86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG 362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul $150 nightly $166 total May 7 - May 8 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,989 reviews) Love love love this place! My second time staying here and was just as good, super clean rooms and lovely staff, a super convenient location as well with the shopping streets within a five minute walk and easy access to public transport as well! Would definitely recommend :) Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F7%2F2026&endDate=5%2F8%2F2026&selected=12615733&PinnedHotelID=12615733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407551) ![Grand Hyatt Seoul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21727/e8c93786_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hyatt Seoul 322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $220 nightly $242 total Apr 26 - Apr 27 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) The staff and kind helpful and friendly. Made a luxurious stay warm and homey Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F26%2F2026&endDate=4%2F27%2F2026&selected=21727&PinnedHotelID=21727&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407551) ![ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21520000/21518500/21518483/0dbd21f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun 36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul $140 nightly $154 total May 7 - May 8 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,393 reviews) Hotel was in a great location. I enjoyed my stay here. The service was friendly and helpful. Only complaints I have were that the hotel seems outdated and I think their bathroom drainage system stinks! Overall though, I would stay here again. Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F7%2F2026&endDate=5%2F8%2F2026&selected=21518483&PinnedHotelID=21518483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407551) ![Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27800000/27793700/27793623/71d01134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam 323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul $70 nightly $78 total May 6 - May 7 Total with taxes and 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,800 reviews) Affordable hotel in an excellent location. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F6%2F2026&endDate=5%2F7%2F2026&selected=27793623&PinnedHotelID=27793623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407551) ![Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15530000/15528600/15528590/7e6370e8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong 15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul $86 nightly $95 total May 6 - May 7 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,039 reviews) Generally pretty good. BUt there are a few thing they can repair in the room. Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=5%2F6%2F2026&endDate=5%2F7%2F2026&selected=15528590&PinnedHotelID=15528590&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635277407551) [See all 2,554 properties in Gangbuk-gu](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F7%2F2026&endDate=4%2F8%2F2026®ionId=553248635277407551) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Explore cultural sites like King Sejong Memorial and Seonnongdan. [](https://expedia.com/Seoul-Dongdaemun-Gu.dx6049710) ![Injeongjeon Hall at Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976381450/a9ff0d83-5afa-46a4-a119-6d7bcbb03c36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station. [](https://expedia.com/Seoul-Jongno-1234-Ga-Dong.dx553248635976381450) ![Insa-dong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622832931550/638cbeb3-b50d-47ba-a6ea-2a60a58f2dc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Insa-dong 5/5(1 area review) Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town. [](https://expedia.com/Seoul-Insa-Dong.dx553248622832931550) ![Jongno-gu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6259935/b7554bb6-234f-4452-ab2d-918a4c28a1cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jongno-gu 4.5/5(383 area reviews) Historic center of Seoul, Jongno District boasts palaces like Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung, museums such as Art Center Nabi, and the vibrant Gwangjang Market. Explore Insa-dong, Cheonggyecheon stream, and Jogyesa temple for a rich cultural experience. [](https://expedia.com/Seoul-Jongno-Gu.dx179268) ![Euljiro-dong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3124/3252ca29-2508-4305-abd4-6860af55e4ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station. [](https://expedia.com/Seoul-Euljiro-Dong.dx553248635976008655) ![Gwanghui-dong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3124/e2279123-7d66-43ce-bd80-a550fe087854.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gwanghui-dong While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city. 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