📝 1. Overview
Gangnam isn’t just a viral song—it’s Seoul’s sleek, style-forward district where luxury meets hustle. Skyscrapers rise over designer boutiques, top-tier clinics, and buzzing entertainment venues. From high-end shopping at COEX to plastic surgery streets and late-night BBQ joints, Gangnam reflects Korea’s fast-paced, ultra-modern lifestyle. Work hard, play harder—it all happens here.
🌟 2. Highlights
🛍️ COEX Mall – Asia’s largest underground shopping complex
🎵 K-Star Road – K-pop landmarks and idol agency buildings
🏙️ Teheran-ro – Seoul’s Silicon Valley with tech giants and venture firms
🌸 Bongeunsa Temple – A serene escape right beside skyscrapers
🧖♀️ Beauty & Wellness Streets – Clinics, spas, and beauty shops galore
🍖 Korean BBQ Heaven – Some of the best beef spots in town
🗺️ 3. Sub-Zones in Gangnam
| Sub-Zone | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Gangnam Station Area | Shopping, nightlife, restaurants, and tons of people |
| COEX & Samseong-dong | Huge mall, aquarium, temples, and luxury hotels |
| Apgujeong / Cheongdam | K-beauty clinics, K-pop agencies, luxury boutiques |
| Yeoksam / Teheran-ro | Offices, startups, conference centers, calm cafés |
🎟️ 4. Tickets & Passes – Popular Attractions
| Attraction | Price (Adult) | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COEX Aquarium | ₩28,000 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Bongeunsa Temple | Free | 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| SMTOWN Square (outside) | Free | 24/7 (photo spot only) |
| Starfield Library (inside COEX) | Free | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
💡 5. Tips
🛍️ Gangnam Station’s underground mall = hidden shopping gem
📷 Apgujeong Rodeo Street is top-tier for celeb-style street photos
💇♀️ Book hair/clinic/spa appointments in advance
🍖 Try BBQ joints near Yeoksam for after-work food culture
📱 Offline maps help inside COEX—it’s massive
🍽️ 6. Must-Try Foods in Gangnam
🍖 Hanwoo Korean BBQ – Premium local beef grilled right at your table
🍜 Naengmyeon (Cold Noodles) – Refreshing after spicy dishes
🥩 K-Bulgogi Sets – Thin-sliced, sweet beef with all the sides
🍴 7. Nearby Eats – Top 3 Picks
1. Saebyukjip (새벽집)
📍 29 Eonju-ro 152-gil, Gangnam-gu (Cheongdam area)
🍖 24/7 Korean BBQ haven. Loved by locals, celebs, and night owls alike.
2. The Hyundai Seoul Food Hall (COEX)
📍 COEX Mall B1F, near Starfield Library
🍱 Trendy food court with global eats, gourmet Korean, and dessert kiosks.
3. Janguhjin (장어진)
📍 34 Teheran-ro 1-gil, Gangnam-gu
🐟 Specializes in grilled eel—a power lunch favorite among office workers.
🏨 8. Hotel Areas (Why Stay Here?)
Samseong-dong / COEX Area
→ Great for shopping, events, and modern hotels
Gangnam Station Area
→ Perfect for nightlife, dining, and transit access
Apgujeong / Cheongdam
→ Upscale vibe, K-beauty access, quiet stays
🚗 9. Access
📍 From Incheon Airport
🚆 AREX Express → Line 2 transfer at Seoul Station → Gangnam / Samseong Station (~70–80 min)
📍 From Gimpo Airport
🚇 Line 9 → Transfer at Express Bus Terminal → Line 2 to Gangnam (~40 min)
📍 Getting Around
🚇 Key stations: Gangnam (Line 2), Samseong (Line 2), Apgujeong Rodeo (Bundang Line)
🚕 Taxis common—download Kakao T for easy booking
🌐 10. Contact / Info
🔗 Visit Seoul
📞 +82-2-120 (Korea Travel Hotline)
📍 Info Desks: COEX Mall, Gangnam Station Underground Mall, Bongeunsa Temple
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