Things to Do in Gangnam — COEX, Temples & Garosu-gil (2026)
Gangnam is modern Seoul — the underground Starfield Library at COEX, the serene Bongeunsa Temple surrounded by skyscrapers, and Garosu-gil's tree-lined boutique street.
31 attractions (8 free entry) | Data: Korea Tourism Organization | Updated: March 2026
Free Entry Ticket Required Unlabelled = verify at venue
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1. COEX Artium (코엑스아티움) Check at Venue
📍 513, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-6000-0114
A striking 42-meter-tall glass atrium inside COEX mall featuring large-scale digital art displays and a premium cinema.
2. COEX Aquarium (코엑스 아쿠아리움) Ticket Required
📍 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-700-7200
A large underground aquarium inside the COEX mall with diverse marine life exhibits, popular with families and ocean enthusiasts.
3. Starfield Library (별마당도서관) Check at Venue
📍 513, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-6002-5300
A breathtaking 13-meter-tall open library inside COEX mall with 50,000 books and striking architecture — an iconic Seoul photo spot.
4. Ktown4u COEX (케이타운포유 코엑스) Check at Venue
📍 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A popular K-pop merchandise store inside COEX mall, stocking albums, photocards, and fan goods for every major K-pop group.
5. Convention and Exhibition Center (COEX) (한국종합무역센터(코엑스)) Check at Venue
📍 513, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-6000-0114
Southeast Asia's largest underground convention center, packed with a mall, aquarium, library, and entertainment venues in one complex.
6. Sinsa-dong Garosu-gil Road (신사동 가로수길) Free Entry
📍 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A beloved tree-lined boulevard in Gangnam filled with independent cafes, boutiques, and restaurants — one of Seoul's most stylish streets.
7. Seoul Bongeunsa Temple (봉은사 (서울)) Ticket Required
📍 531 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-3218-4800
Data from Korea Tourism Organization. Opening hours and admission fees may change — verify on Naver Map or official websites. Last updated: March 2026.
8. Apgujeong Rodeo Street (압구정 로데오거리) Free Entry
📍 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Gangnam's most fashionable street, lined with luxury boutiques, K-beauty salons, and trendy restaurants in Seoul's affluent district.
9. Cheongdam Fashion Street (청담패션거리) Free Entry
📍 Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul-si
Seoul's luxury fashion corridor lined with flagship stores of global designer brands, rivaling the world's top shopping destinations.
10. Cheongdam Park (청담공원) Free Entry
📍 26, Yeongdong-daero 131-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A peaceful green park in the upscale Cheongdam neighborhood, offering a quiet retreat amid Gangnam's fashionable streets.
11. Seolleung and Jeongneung Royal Tombs [UNESCO World Heritage] (서울 선릉과정릉) [유네스코 세계유산] Ticket Required
📍 1 Seolleung-ro 100-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-568-1291
Two royal Joseon-dynasty tombs in the heart of Gangnam — a UNESCO World Heritage site offering serene parkland amid skyscrapers.
12. Dosan Park (도산공원) Free Entry
📍 20, Dosan-daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A verdant memorial park in Gangnam honoring independence activist Dosan Ahn Changho, offering a peaceful green escape with walking paths.
13. Dosan Ahn Changho Memorial Hall (도산안창호 기념관) Check at Venue
📍 20 Dosan-daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-541-1800
A museum honoring independence leader and educator Ahn Changho, set in the park bearing his name in the heart of Gangnam.
14. Gangnam (강남) Check at Venue
📍 Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-3423-5114
Seoul's most glamorous district made world-famous by PSY's song, known for luxury shopping, cutting-edge dining, and K-pop culture.
15. Jennyhouse (제니하우스) Check at Venue
📍 56 Seolleung-ro 146-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 010-5689-1484
A renowned Korean beauty salon and hair studio in Apgujeong, popular with celebrities and tourists seeking a premium K-beauty makeover.
16. Korea Culture House (KOUS) (한국문화의집) Check at Venue
📍 12-9, Teheran-ro 92-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-3011-1788
A cultural center promoting traditional Korean arts through regular performances, tea ceremonies, and craft workshops for visitors.
17. Seoul Center for National Intangible Cultural Asset (서울국가무형문화재전수회관) Check at Venue
📍 406, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-566-6300
A dedicated venue preserving and performing Korea's UNESCO-listed intangible cultural heritage, from mask dances to royal court music.
18. Yearimdang Art Hall (예림당아트홀) Check at Venue
📍 337, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-6413-3689
A boutique cultural venue in Gangnam hosting intimate music recitals, art exhibitions, and children's educational performances.
19. Figure Museum W (피규어뮤지엄W) Ticket Required
📍 3, Seolleung-ro 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-512-8865
A unique museum displaying thousands of detailed collectible figures from pop culture, anime, and art in an immersive gallery setting.
20. Horim Art Center (Horim Museum Sinsa) (호림아트센터(호림박물관 신사분관)) Ticket Required
📍 317, Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-541-3523
A prestigious private museum in Gangnam showcasing a world-class collection of ancient Korean ceramics, Buddhist art, and artifacts.
21. Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) (국기원(세계태권도본부)) Ticket Required
📍 (Kukkiwon), 32, Teheran-ro 7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-567-1058
The global home of taekwondo — visitors can watch live demonstrations and learn about Korea's iconic martial art at its official headquarters.
22. Park Ryu Sook Gallery (박여숙화랑) Ticket Required
📍 461, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-549-7575
One of Seoul's most respected private art galleries in Cheongdam, representing major Korean and international contemporary artists.
23. Hyanggieok (향기억) Check at Venue
📍 23 Seolleung-ro 157-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A sensory-focused cultural space in Gangnam dedicated to the art of Korean fragrance, offering workshops and scent-based experiences.
24. Nungin Sunwon (능인선원) Check at Venue
📍 340 Yangjae-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A traditional Buddhist meditation center in Gangnam offering a serene escape from city life with temple stay programs available.
25. Samseong Sunrise Park (삼성해맞이공원) Free Entry
📍 39 Yeongdong-daero 128-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A small urban park near COEX popular for morning walks, jogging, and enjoying peaceful green space in the heart of Gangnam.
26. Hallym University of Graduate Studies (한림국제대학원대학교) Check at Venue
📍 405, Yeoksam-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-3453-9333
A private graduate university in Gangnam known for international studies and business programs in one of Seoul's most dynamic districts.
27. Hema Studio (헤마스튜디오) Check at Venue
📍 20-10 Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-70-7504-1415
A contemporary art and design studio space in Gangnam hosting creative workshops, exhibitions, and collaborations with local artists.
28. S.J. Cho Korean Paper Art Gallery (조수정 한지그림 갤러리) Ticket Required
📍 14, Teheran-ro 92-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | 📞 +82-2-501-1505
A gallery specializing in hanji (Korean traditional paper) art, showcasing the delicate and expressive works of artist S.J. Cho.
29. L CREER (엘크레) Check at Venue
📍 41 Dosan-daero 15-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A premium Korean beauty and skincare concept store offering curated cosmetic brands in an elegant Gangnam retail setting.
30. Ceramic Palace Hall (세라믹 팔레스 홀) Ticket Required
📍 90 Irwon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
A gallery and showroom dedicated to fine Korean ceramics, celebrating the country's long tradition of celadon and white porcelain artistry.
31. KstarROAD 한류스타거리 (KstarROAD Hallyu Star Road) Free Entry
📍 394, Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul