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Garak-dong - Seoul, South Korea
18 Oct — 19 Oct2
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Garak-dong. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 11 October 2024.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:November
Average price in Garak-dong:€66/night
Cheapest price found:€48/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Saturday
€59 - €89
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
€56 - €80
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

About Garak-dong

Located south-east of Seoul’s suburban sprawl, Garak-dong is a neighbourhood in the district of Songpa-gu. It’s home to an immense seafood market and the family-friendly attractions of Lotte World while it’s also on the doorstep of the UNESCO-listed Namhansanseong Fortress.

Things to do in Garak-dong

Seafood lovers shouldn’t miss a visit to the Garak Fish Market, which is home to more than 1,000 stalls selling locally caught fish, king crabs and lobsters. In addition to live and fresh seafood, you can also find dried seafood products, meats, fruits and vegetables. On the third floor of the market are several restaurants where you can take your seafood purchases and have them cooked to order.

Travelling with kids? Head to Lotte World, a sprawling entertainment complex that features the largest indoor theme park in the world. Embark on the “Jungle Adventure” boat ride or experience “The Conquistador” Viking ship ride before learning about Korean culture and history at the Folk Museum. A monorail winds its way between the indoor and outdoor attractions of Lotte World and offers elevated views of Magic Island.

Garak-dong is a convenient base for visiting the Namhansanseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed monument used as an “emergency capital” during the Joseon Dynasty. In addition to its 17th-century palace, it features royal living quarters, offices and ancestral shrines linked by a series of stone stairways. A well-preserved wall stretches more than 12 kilometres around the site and can be accessed along a network of hiking trails.

Getting around Garak-dong

Garak-dong is around an hour by train from Seoul Station and 1.5 hours from Incheon International Airport. It’s connected to destinations across the South Korean capital along Line 3 and 8 of the Seoul Subway. Buses travel throughout the neighbourhood.

Facts about staying in Garak-dong, Seoul

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  • What is a good hotel near Hongdae Area?

    With a rating of 8.6/10 from 6,096 reviews, L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE is a hotel close to Hongdae Area that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Garak-dong near Bosingak Belfry?

    Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong is rated 8.4 from 4,196 reviews and is close to Bosingak Belfry.

  • Is there a good hotel near Myeong-dong Subway Station?

    If you’re visiting Myeong-dong Subway Station then the nearby Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (4,196 reviews scoring it at an average 8.4/10).

  • How much do hotels in Garak-dong cost?

    €62/night is the average price of a hotel in Garak-dong, based on HotelsCombined searches over the last 3 days.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Garak-dong?

    Over the last 3 days, Garak-dong hotels have been found for as cheap as €52/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Garak-dong?

    The most popular landmark in Garak-dong is Hongdae Area located in Seoul, followed by Bosingak Belfry and Myeong-dong Subway Station, located in Seoul and Seoul, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Garak-dong, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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