Visit Garosu-gil
Popular places to visit
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 vibrant area.
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 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.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favorite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (opt Railbike)
DMZ & Gondola & Suspension Bridge Full Day Tour From Seoul
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
Garosu-gil Hotel Deals
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Lotte Hotel World
The Shilla Seoul
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Other neighborhoods around Garosu-gil
Gangnam-gu
Heavily concentrated wealth and high-end shopping areas like Apgujeong, COEX Mall, and Garosugil define this district. Explore Bongeun Temple and savor modern Korean cuisine at upscale restaurants near Park Hyatt Hotel.
Seongsu-dong
If you're spending time in Seongsu-dong, check out sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Samseong-dong
Spend some time visiting places like Starfield COEX Mall while getting to know Samseong-dong, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station to see more of the area.
Itaewon-dong
Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Seocho-gu
Travelers choose Seocho-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station and check out top sights like Gangnam-daero.
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.