Top Attractions in Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu Essentials

Gangnam-gu balances high-tech urbanity with deep historical roots. The district features the Starfield Library's floor-to-ceiling shelves and the COEX Aquarium within one of Asia’s largest underground malls. Historical sites include the 8th-century Bongeunsa Temple and the UNESCO-listed Seonjeongneung royal tombs. Modern culture is represented by the 'Gangnam Style' monument and the high-end boutiques of Apgujeong Rodeo Street. As the global headquarters for Taekwondo, Kukkiwon offers insight into Korea’s national martial art, while the Gangnam Station underground market provides a dense concentration of local fashion and cosmetics.

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Starfield Library

Located inside COEX Mall, this open-air public library features 13-meter-tall bookshelves and a collection of over 50,000 books and magazines. The space provides free seating and serves as a venue for cultural performances and lectures.

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Gangnam Style

A large bronze sculpture depicting the crossed-hand gesture from Psy’s 2012 hit song. Located outside the COEX convention center, the monument plays the song and features interactive lighting for visitors.

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Bongeunsa Temple

Bongeunsa is a Korean Buddhist temple located in Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu in Seoul, South Korea.

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COEX Aquarium

The COEX Aquarium is an aquarium located within the Starfield COEX Mall in the Gangnam District of Seoul, South Korea.

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Seonjeongneung

Seonjeongneung is a burial ground from the Joseon dynasty, located in Seoul, South Korea.

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Apgujeong Rodeo Street

Apgujeong-dong is a ward of Gangnam-gu in Seoul, South Korea. It is considered one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in South Korea.

Gangnam Station Underground Shopping Center

This extensive subterranean mall located within Gangnam Station contains hundreds of small shops specializing in affordable fashion, cosmetics, and mobile accessories. It serves as a major transit hub connecting Seoul Subway Line 2 and the Shinbundang Line.