District of Seoul
25 Districts (Gu) of Seoul
1.Jongno-gu
종로구Heart of traditional Seoul. Home to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong, and Gwanghwamun Square.
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2.Jung-gu
중구City center with Myeongdong shopping, Namdaemun Market, N Seoul Tower, and Deoksugung Palace.
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3.Yongsan-gu
용산구Itaewon international district, National Museum of Korea, and Yongsan Electronics Market.
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4.Seongdong-gu
성동구Rising trendy area with Seongsu-dong (Seoul's Brooklyn), cafes, and creative spaces.
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5.Gwangjin-gu
광진구Home to Children's Grand Park, Konkuk University area, and Gwangnaru Hangang Park.
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6.Dongdaemun-gu
동대문구Famous for Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), fashion wholesale markets, and 24-hour shopping.
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7.Jungnang-gu
중랑구Residential area with Jungnang Stream and Manguri Park. Gateway to eastern Seoul.
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8.Seongbuk-gu
성북구Cultural and academic area near the old Seoul Fortress Wall. Quiet residential neighborhood.
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9.Gangbuk-gu
강북구Northern Seoul district near Bukhansan National Park, great for hiking.
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10.Dobong-gu
도봉구Gateway to Dobongsan mountain hiking trails. Peaceful residential area.
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11.Nowon-gu
노원구Large residential district in northeastern Seoul with Bukhansan access.
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12.Eunpyeong-gu
은평구Northwestern Seoul with Bukhansan views. Eunpyeong Hanok Village is a hidden gem.
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13.Seodaemun-gu
서대문구Home to Seodaemun Prison History Hall, Yonsei/Ewha universities, and Ansan Jarak-gil trail.
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14.Mapo-gu
마포구Young and vibrant area with Hongdae (indie culture hub), Mangwon Market, and Mapo waterfront.
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15.Yangcheon-gu
양천구Residential area in western Seoul, close to Gimpo Airport and Mokdong entertainment district.
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16.Gangseo-gu
강서구Western Seoul district with Gimpo Airport, botanical garden, and emerging development areas.
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17.Guro-gu
구로구Former industrial area transformed into G-Valley digital complex. Multicultural dining options.
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18.Geumcheon-gu
금천구Southern Seoul with affordable dining, Doksan and Gasan digital valleys.
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19.Yeongdeungpo-gu
영등포구Business district with Yeouido (Korea's Wall Street), 63 Building, and IFC Mall.
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20.Dongjak-gu
동작구Home to Seoul National Cemetery and Noryangjin Fish Market. Residential area south of the river.
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21.Gwanak-gu
관악구Seoul National University area with Gwanaksan mountain hiking. Student-friendly dining.
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22.Seocho-gu
서초구Upscale southern district with Express Bus Terminal, Gangnam Station south side, and arts center.
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23.Gangnam-gu
강남구Seoul's most famous district. Premium shopping on Garosu-gil, COEX Mall, and Bongeunsa Temple.
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24.Songpa-gu
송파구Olympic Park, Lotte World, Seokchon Lake, and the iconic Lotte World Tower (555m).
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25.Gangdong-gu
강동구Eastern Seoul with Amsa-dong Prehistoric Settlement Site and Gil-dong Ecological Park.
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