Yongsan-gu

Seoul

War Memorial of Korea showing signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people
Yongsan Park featuring a park as well as a small group of people
War Memorial of Korea which includes a pond and a fountain
War Memorial of Korea showing wildflowers, a garden and a statue or sculpture
National Museum of Korea showing flowers as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

N Seoul Tower showing nightlife, a city and night scenes

N Seoul Tower

You can find out about the history of Seoul when you stop by N Seoul Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

N Seoul Tower
Namsan Park showing hiking or walking and a garden as well as a small group of people

Namsan Mountain Park

Explore the great outdoors at Namsan Mountain Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Namsan Mountain Park
National Museum of Korea which includes interior views and heritage elements as well as a small group of people

National Museum of Korea

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Korea in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

National Museum of Korea
The best Japanese ramen in Seoul. Only 7,000 won for some authentic Tonkatsu Ramen. The gyoza was also a hit. Take Itaewon Station exit 3 and walk down the street a couple blocks until you see the little ramen sign hanging from this small, wood-front establishment. It is open 24 hours, but space is limited, and there is almost always a line out the door.

Itawon Street

During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Itawon Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Itawon Street
War Memorial of Korea showing interior views and art

War Memorial of Korea

You can spend time studying the exhibits at War Memorial of Korea during your travels in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

War Memorial of Korea
Yongsan Electronics Market featuring shopping and interior views

Yongsan Electronics Market

During your trip to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Yongsan Electronics Market. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Yongsan Electronics Market

Things to do

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

$55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

$41
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

$69
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

$61
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)

$35
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

$65
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
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Other neighborhoods around Yongsan-gu

Itaewon which includes street scenes as well as a couple

Itaewon-dong

3/5(1 area review)

Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

Hoehyeon-dong

While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.

Hoehyeon-dong
Deoksugung Palace featuring a garden as well as a small group of people

Sogong-dong

Visitors to Sogong-dong love its popular shops, and you can check out Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.

Sogong-dong
Myeongdong showing shopping, street scenes and a city

Myeong-dong

5/5(2 area reviews)

Major shopping and tourism hub, Myeongdong boasts mid-to-high priced retail stores, international brands, and Korean cosmetics. Explore pedestrian-friendly streets, visit Myeongdong Cathedral, and easily access Seoul Subway Lines 2 and 4.

Myeong-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market featuring signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(380 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.

Jongno-gu
Dongdaemun Design Plaza featuring modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(1,180 area reviews)

Travelers love Jung-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street.

Jung-gu

Yongsan-gu

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