Guro 5-dong
Seoul
Visit Guro 5-dong
Popular places to visit
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
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 vibrant area.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector
Small-Group Full-Day Royal Palace & Seoul City Tour (Pick-up)
Top hotels in Guro 5-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"The suites are very spacious and comfortable for families. The amenities are adequate, was impressed with the full size fridges in the suites, not sure if it's the same for normal rooms. Could be better if basic cooking equipment are provided in the room instead of having to rent (I think it comes ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"This hotel my best friend and I call our home away from home. The staff are super friendly and can speak English. I love that you get free bottles of water and then tea/instant coffee. The rooms are cleaned daily. It is beyond close to the subway and walking distance to quite a few popular areas. ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Glad Mapo
"Quite good experience with Mapo"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
"very clean and nice"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Very clean and very Friendly staff."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Guro 5-dong
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
