Gangnam District, Seoul

Name: Gangnam District
Address: Seoul, South Korea

#290 among attractions in Seoul

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Gangnam District is one of the 25 local government districts which make up the city of Seoul, South Korea. Gangnam translates to "South of the River". Gangnam District is the third largest district in Seoul, with an area of 39.5 km². As of the 2017 census, Gangnam District had a population of 561,052. There is a high concentration of wealth in the district with prices for an apartment as of 2020 having risen by 83 times in 40 years compared to just 6 times in the rest of Seoul. Gangnam district is generally referred to as a part of Gangnam School District Eight, along with Seocho District. This district shares half of Gangnam-daero Gangnam Station area with Seocho District, which is one of the most crowded places in Korea. ()

Alternative names: Area: 15.27 mi²Coordinates: 37°29'48"N, 127°1'39"E

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서초구 (서초2동)Seoul South Korea

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Gangnam District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Arts Center, Seonjeongneung, National Library for Children and Young Adults, Seocho-dong.

1.5 miSW
Theater, Art museum, Concerts and shows
Arts Center, Seoul
38 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Seoul, South Korea, the Seoul Arts Center stands as a premier destination for theatre aficionados and cultural enthusiasts alike. This illustrious venue, known for its diverse range of performances and artistic displays, is a testament...
1.4 miNE
Tomb, Park, Historical place
Seonjeongneung, Seoul
37 min walk • In the heart of Seoul's modern cityscape lies Seonjeongneung, a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a tranquil escape from the urban rush. This royal tomb complex, dating back to the Joseon Dynasty, is the resting place of two kings and one queen, encapsulating...
~1670 ftN
Library
National Library for Children and Young Adults, Seoul
9 min walk • The National Library for Children and Young Adults is a branch library of the National Library of Korea, that aims to provide information services and reading promotion services to children and young adults, located in Tehaeran-ro 7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.
1.1 miSW
Neighbourhood
Seocho-dong, Seoul
28 min walk • Seocho-dong is a dong, or neighborhood of the greater Gangnam area Seocho-gu district of the South Korean city of Seoul. Seocho-dong is divided into 4 different dong which are Seocho 1-dong, 2-dong, 3-dong and 4-dong. The main street is Teheranno.
0.5 miNE
Skyscraper, Cafe
Gangnam Finance Center, Seoul
14 min walk • Gangnam Finance Center, formerly known as Star Tower or I-Tower, is a 204 metres skycraper in Seoul, South Korea.It was constructed in the period 1995–2001. It is the 33rd tallest building in South Korea and 9th or 10th tallest building in Seoul. It has 45 surface floors, and 8 underground ones.
1.3 miE
Neighbourhood
Daechi-dong, Seoul
32 min walk • Daechi-dong is an affluent neighborhood in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Daechi-dong is divided into three different “dongs” which are Daechi 1-dong, 2-dong, and 4-dong. Daechi-dong is predominately considered the residential area of Gangnam.
0.8 miSW
Universities and schools
Seoul National University of Education, Seoul
20 min walk • The Seoul National University of Education is a government-run institution which provides training for future public elementary school teachers in South Korea.
0.6 miNE
Neighbourhood
Yeoksam-dong, Seoul
15 min walk • Yeoksam-dong is a ward of Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Teheranno runs through Yeoksam-dong and has some of the tallest buildings in Seoul, comprising a collection of corporate headquarters and high-rise office buildings.
~760 ftW
Museum
Boutique Monaco, Seoul
4 min walk • Boutique Monaco is a 117-metre, 27-storey residential skyscraper in the ward of Seocho-gu in Seoul. The working title of this building was "Missing Matrix"; it was designed by architect Minsuk Cho, and has 172 units.

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Which popular attractions are close to Gangnam District?

Nearby attractions include Boutique Monaco, Seoul (4 min walk), National Library for Children and Young Adults, Seoul (9 min walk), Gangnam Finance Center, Seoul (14 min walk), Yeoksam-dong, Seoul (15 min walk).

How to get to Gangnam District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gangnam District:

Bus

Gangnam Station, Samsung Electronics • Lines: 서초03, 서초09 (1 min walk)
Gangnam Station Exit 9 • Lines: 서초10, 서초11 (3 min walk)

Metro

Gangnam • Lines: 2, 306 (2 min walk)
Sinnonhyeon • Lines: 9 (15 min walk)