2024 Gangnam-gu Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

bibimbap that hit just the right spot

#timetotravel I love trying out local restaurants on my trips as the food is often somewhat different to the chain restaurants that may be mass-produced. As we were walking the high streets in Gangnam, we found a no-frill place serving delicious bibimbap that hit all the right spots in our stomach. From the spicy kimchi to the bean sprout soup, to the beef bibimbap in stone pot, the taste was exactly the way we like it! No wonder it was packed with customers at lunch time. How we wish to bring this restaurant home with us! Hongbaek Restaurant Samseong Jungang station ( line 9) exit 6 walk 1 min #cityexplorer #southkorean #seoul #whattoeatseoul

Kamesushi, culinary gem of Gangnam

#seoultrip #tripblazers #foodie Kamesushi Located in the vibrant district of Gangnam in Seoul, Kamesushi is a renowned restaurant that takes you on a journey of exquisite flavors and traditional Japanese cuisine. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the finest sushi and culinary artistry that will leave you craving for more. Omakase Experience: For the ultimate culinary adventure, indulge in our Omakase experience. Allow our master chefs to showcase their skills and creativity by curating a personalized menu based on the freshest ingredients of the day. Each course is a surprise, taking you on a gastronomic journey that showcases the essence of Kamesushi's culinary expertise. Whether you're a sushi connoisseur or an adventurous food lover, Kamesushi at Gangnam is a destination that promises an unforgettable dining experience. Highly recommended.

Get ready to meet your favorite characters at

The Line Friends flagship store in Gangnam, South Korea is a must-visit destination for fans of the Line Friends characters. Line Friends is a popular brand that originated from the messaging app LINE and has since expanded into a variety of products, including plush toys, stationery, clothing, and more. At the flagship store in Gangnam, visitors can explore four floors of merchandise, interactive exhibits, and photo opportunities with the iconic characters. From Brown the bear to Cony the rabbit, Line Friends has something for everyone. This flagship store is a perfect place to pick up souvenirs or gifts for friends and family, or just to have some fun exploring the world of Line Friends.

GANGNAM STYLE STATUE

statue dedicated to South Korean Pop star "PSY", who rose to fame through his Gangnam Style dance, will be unveiled in the city of Seoul. PSY's YouTube videos have been viewed more than 4,6 billion times (until Jan'23). Near the statue, a display was made to play the Oppa Gangnam Style song with a loud enough sound. We can pose in front of the statue as proof that we have visited GangNam Seoul. I myself feel impressed already able to visit it. #tripblazers #couplestrip #awesomepic #deliciousfood #foodie

SM Town Coex Artium

This trip was back in 2018, I went there in Summer. The weather was good, and public transports were very convenient here. A little reminder to download subway apps offline, and be mindful that subway closing time is 11:50pm or 1:50am. Train – Samseong Station (Line 2 – exit 5 and 6) Bus – Trade Center bus station (143, 2413, 4419, 9407, 9414, 9507, 9607, Gangnam 08) Opening Hours: Daily 11am – 10pm | SMTOWN Museum only: 11.30am – 9.30pm (Last entry 9.00pm) anyway i heard Sm Town Coex Artium is currently closed, please check and arrange your schedule from time to time#smtown #seoul #gangnam #tripblazers

韓國首爾打卡able咖啡廳Mooni

Went there a bit late, but the dark sky has its own charisma. The decorations are really stunning, suitable for taking great pictures. The flower cake with a smile on is good ( a well done cream cake), as well as the puppy one (it is kinda croissant with cream on top). The scone is a bit dry, the grape cake is under my expectation. Chocolate latte does its own work while milk tea latte somehow surprises me with the taste of cinnamon which makes the whole thing more refreshing. I don’t really remember the price, but they are not too expensive and still worth a try with the bonus of the nice appearance. 📍 16 Apgujeong-ro 56-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea #韓國 #首爾 #cafe #首爾好去處 #狎鷗亭

My heart's hometown... At the end of the year, I visited #Ca

#겨울여행 @onhwa_gangnam to eat our traditional food soufflé pancakes🤍 #vallona Chocolate Soufflé Pancakes Christmas is also approaching, so I ordered chocolate pancakes because I wanted to feel the delicious flavor of chocolate! A pancake with heavy chocolate mousse on top and a pancake that shakes here and there even if you move it a little.. It's really good☺ When you cut it in half, jam mixed with crunchies between the first and second floors? This is more sinful... I also like the savory taste of overflowing chocolate crumble! #oregrasse This is the first drink I'm trying out! Good combination with chocolate!! The espresso layer and the milk layer are separated. The name was a little unfamiliar, but the way to drink it was also unfamiliar. I drank the espresso with a subtle cacao scent because I didn't mix it, and after drinking the milk that went well with the pancakes, I liked this one too! #appleade Ade of gentleness is rude. Do you know what to do in winter? Since I had omont-aid the other day, I washed the thick chocolate with apple-ade and enjoyed the warm and refreshing taste. It is my dream to visit all Onhwa branches in Korea. Double half next year? I will do my best to achieve it! I'll finish off the rest of my year-end promises and eat a lot of delicious food! #cafeonhwagangnambranch #gangnamcafe #gangnamrestaurant #soufflérestaurant #seoulsouffle #gangnamsouffle #gangnamdate #yeoksam-dongCafe #yeoksam-dong Restaurant #gangnamdessert #souffle #sinnonhyeoncafe #newcafe #gangnamstationcafe #sinnonhyeon Restaurant #dessert #sinnonhyeon StationCafe #gangnamnewcafe

Best Thailand Food in Korea

This is a very famous Thai noodle, Pho. This noodle with beef broth is perfect for lunch or dinner. the weather in Korea is in the mood, so it is perfect to enjoy this noodle. the noodles are made from rice flour. chewy and easy to chew. the meat is also very tender. it tastes really good. a bit more expensive than typical korean noodles but it's tasty and worth it. besides noodles they also serve thai rice. Address: 28 Apgujeong-ro 50-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul the menu I ordered: Jumbo Rice Noodles KRW 13,800 Back Ribs Rice Noodles KRW 15,800 Beef Rice Noodles 9,800 won #foodie #thailandfood #awesomepic #korea

Halloween 🎃 at Mammiamia cafe

#spooktaculartrip #cafe #halloween 📍45 Apgujeong-ro 42-gil, Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul Halloween 🎃 decorations can be seen all around Seoul. Here's a Bakery & Brunch cafe at Apgujeong, Gangnam-gu with nice Halloween decor. As you can see, Mammamia greets all guests with their moving pumpkin scarecrow and pumpkins right at the entrance. There are also other Halloween decorations when going inside the cafe, with some of their bakery items in Halloween theme. We got the Mango Custard Croissant 🥐 with the pumpkin merrigue on top, and 2 drinks to go with the croissant. The atmosphere at the cafe is very French style with the outside area feeling like you are dining in a garden with lots of plants and flowers. 😍

Addicted to daily fix

Address - 70 Nonhyeon-ro 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Ambiance/Facilities - Daily fix is a chic and trendy restaurant with a calm but happy atmosphere. The restaurant is well decorated, spacious and colorful. Highlights - The fresh ingredients and well spiced food was a pleasant surpise. The portion sizes were good and all the food was so flavorful. I highly recommend the pastrami sandsich and the chicken sandwhich. Avg. Price per Person - 10 000krw - 25 000krw per person. Rating - Everything was perfect and i really enjoyed my meal. So i will gladly give the 9/10. Highly recommended for a satisfying lunch.

COEX MALL

The famous mall located in Gangnam district, Seoul. this is a must visit when you travel to South Korea. I went to the big library which is Starfield library there were a cute accessories shop. just get off at Gangnam Station and walk for 1 minute, here you are arrived in COEX Mall. this is a really big mall with a lot of entertainment #passionpassport #staycation #gooutside #mall

Starfield Library

Starfield Library is a true public library located in the wealthy neighborhood of Gangnam district, located inside a busy shopping mall Starfield Coex. Here, you have plenty of space to stop and read, and many cafes around for you to sit and sip while reading. What I want to compliment is that the library on the shelves are all REAL books, not like another place in China that also follows this style but only the design is printed on the wall. The minus point is that this area is a bit busy, so it will be difficult to concentrate and read because there are many temptations from restaurants, shopping, and other amusement parks around. A place worth visiting when going to Korea, everyone!

Blue Bottle Coffee in South Korea! ☕️

Los Angeles meets South Korea by bringing their LA based Coffee Chain to the Gangnam District of South Korea. The interior is beautiful with high ceilings and wooden accents in their architecture. When I went, there was a lot of people so it was very hard to find a seat. The tables are very small the cafe can get pretty packed. However, their coffee was great and the desserts here are very delicious as well. Definitely try it if you’re ever in the area!! 😋😋 #foodie #cafe #southkorea #gangnam #seoul #desserts #urbanexplorer #coffee #createwithtrip Address: 129 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 주소: 서울특별시 강남구 테헤란로 129

Gangnam District

Gangnam-gu is Seoul’s upscale, modern center, home to gleaming skyscrapers, designer brands and even the SM Town catering to K-Pop fever, SMTOWN coexartium offers avid fans the opportunity to tour through training and recording rooms, see hologram performances, and buy products and souvenirs of popular idols. If you wanna see the huge hands forming the famous dance of the Gangnam style music video go outside the Starfield Library Mall. #summervacation#hotelstay#urbanexplorer

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Indoor Book Date Spot

If you want to enjoy a book date in a beautiful space, I recommend the Starfield Library located on the B1 floor of COEX Mall at Samseong Station!! It's a great place to sit and read books for free with countless books available! It's so popular that it's become a must-visit spot for tourists~👍 Recommended as a book date spot ✅Starfield Library 📍513, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Starfield COEX Mall B1 🕰️Every day 10:30~22:00

A New Bagel Shop in Gangnam🩷.

New York Love Bagel in Gangnam, Korea🥯 I wandered in when I got hungry in the evening, and all the bagels lined up at the counter looked so delicious that I ended up eating two🩷 Strawberry cream cheese bagel and cheese bagel^_^ There were so many unique flavors of bagels that I was spoiled for choice🥸 Everyone was buying in bulk^ - ^ The seating was quite spacious and comfortable💖 The staff were all kind and made it a pleasant place to be! There were many different types of bagels, they were light and easy to eat, and I definitely want to go back🥺 🏠 1st Floor, W Building, 31 Bongeunsa-ro 2-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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A Private Studio with Ghibli Vibes in Japan

I visited a private studio filled with antiques and cute items in every corner. They also rent out costumes, so you can take photos with an authentic Japanese snap feel! A visit here guarantees 100% life shots, so make sure to check it out! 📍Alt Tab Space (1st and 2nd floors, 5-12 Seolleung-ro 96-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul)

Selected Nicks: Experience the Outdoor Vibe in Gangnam

📍Selected Nicks 1st Floor, 37 Teheran-ro 4-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul ▪️Selected Nicks is a charming cafe where you can feel the outdoor vibe right in the heart of Gangnam! ▪️With its large size, including a basement, first floor, second-floor terrace, and eighth-floor rooftop, there's always plenty of seating available at this Gangnam cafe! ▪️The layout of Gangnam Nicks allows you to enjoy the outdoor vibe at a glance! ▪️We recommend starting with a terrace seat.

Brunch at Cheongdam Cafe - Salt Bread at Cheongdam Knotted Studio.

It's been a while since I visited, and the variety of bakery items has greatly increased. The prices are reasonable, and the staff are very friendly. There are so many types of bread, and they are all incredibly delicious 🥰. It's great that you can enjoy Knotted donuts without waiting in line. The store is spacious and has a wide variety of bread, making it a perfect date spot in Gangnam 🥐🍞. 🌺 Business Hours: 09:00 - 21:00 ⚘️ Knotted Studio 1st Floor, 15 Dosan-daero 53-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Gangnam's Unique Date Spot: Miri's Library

In a cozy kotatsu room filled with Ghibli vibes, there are board games, journaling supplies, crayons, postcards, and over 300 books. You can enjoy a snug and private time here. 🏷️Miri's Library 📍Address: 5-12, Seolleung-ro 96-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 🕖Hours: Daily 10:00~24:00 / 100% Reservation Required 🔍Entrance Fee: 21,000 KRW per person for 6 hours

A great brunch cafe recommendation!

Cafe 413 Project, located in Gangnam Yeoksam, is a wonderful brunch cafe!! I love it so much that I often go there during my lunch break at work~ It's very popular, so you need to go a bit earlier than lunchtime! Great atmosphere and delicious food! ✅Cafe 413 Project Yeoksam 📍19-11 Nonhyeon-ro 97-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 🕰️Tue~Sat 10:30~22:00 / Sun 10:30~21:00 ❗️Closed every Monday

Rooftop Bar Diamante: A Recommended Gathering Spot in Cheongdam-dong

The atmosphere at Rooftop Bar Diamante is fantastic. If you're planning a date in Cheongdam or Apgujeong, I highly recommend this place. 👍 The menu is impeccable, and the drinks are excellent. The luxurious ambiance made me very happy! 🧡 The tables are spacious and wide, so you don't have to worry about the neighboring tables, making it very comfortable. ⏱️ Business Hours 11:30 AM - 01:00 AM (Closed every Sunday) 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Break Time 🥞 Rooftop Bar Diamante 4th-5th Floor, 42 Dosan-daero 81-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Recommended Rooftop Bar Diamante for Cocktail Highball Gathering in Cheongdam-dong.

It's an absolutely stunning place💕. The exotic and luxurious atmosphere makes it perfect for a lunch visit~😍. Right now, they have a 1+1 event on some lunch menu items, which is an amazing deal! I highly recommend the Rigatoni with Ragu Sauce and the Prime Rib:) The welcome cocktail they serve is really delicious, so I suggest leaving your car at home, haha. It was the best cocktail I've ever had🩷. This place makes your eyes, taste buds, and ears happy, haha💕. Highly recommended for girls' gatherings or anniversary dates~ㅎㅎ. ⏱️Business Hours 11:30 AM - 1:00 AM 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Break Time Rooftop Bar Diamante 4th-5th Floor, 42 Dosan-daero 81-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Romana Cheongdam Terrace Cafe Apgujeong Rodeo European Atmosphere

Cheongdam's No.1 Hot Spot, Fell in Love with Italian Vibes👏👏 I couldn't help but walk in while passing by😏 🤍Fell in love because it's so beautiful! Romana is a must-visit cafe when you come to Cheongdam! Every corner is beautiful for photos. The drinks and desserts are really delicious♥️ 📍Romana Cheongdam 1st Floor, 25 Dosan-daero 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

I visited Yiseuljae, a large cafe located in Songridan-gil, Jamsil

I heard good reviews about it, so I decided to check it out while I was nearby. It's great that pets are allowed :) The cream cheese cookie was amazing when eaten cold, and the Levain cookie was also very delicious! The madeleines and most of the other items were large and thick, so I think you'll be satisfied with whatever you choose! I had to get my order to-go because it was almost closing time, but I definitely want to dine in and enjoy the food next time! 🧁YISEULJAE 이슬재 Seoul, Gangnam-gu, Hakdong-ro 77-gil 10, 1st floor, Cafe Yiseuljae

The First Coffee Exploration of the Year

The concept for this year's coffee exploration is 'Single Origin Iced Coffee with a Focus on Acidity.' Despite this, it maintains a natural and smooth texture without being heavy. I prefer light roasted coffee that retains the original flavor of the green beans. If the quality of the green beans is not good, it tends to have off-flavors. Moreover, there are still too few people who enjoy acidity, making it difficult for cafes to offer lightly roasted coffee. This place seems to have a premium concept, with many Geisha varieties and lightly roasted options that are rich in fruity flavors! 📍Standard System 48-5, Seolleung-ro 148-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Apgujeong Rodeo Station Cafe Apgujeong Rodeo Station Bingsu Dessert Cafe

Fresh Melon Bingsu served whole at Cheongdam Dessert Cafe IMC. You can enter the cafe labeled 'Melt' on the basement floor 1. The interior of the store is quiet and relaxed, which is nice. The whole melon bingsu is expensive, but since it's in season, the melon is sweet and delicious. I also want to try other fruit bingsu. It was perfect for two people. 📍IMC Nature Poem Basement 1, 461 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul