Garosu-gil (Korean:가로수길) is an upscale area in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea. The name means "tree-lined street", referring to the ginkgo trees planted along the streets in the area. Garosu-gil is known for luxury boutiques, galleries, restaurants, and cafes.
Garosu-gil, Fashion Street in Cheongdam-dong and Rodeo Street in Apgujeong-dong are connected by the main Apgujeong-ro and are the main fashionable and trendsetting areas in Seoul.
History
In the 1980s, art galleries started to move into the area, after which a variety of cultural facilities have formed. These have provided the foundation of Garosu-gil. Later in the 1990s, the area began to attract young artists and fashion designers, the latter of which would launch their own brands, transforming Garosu-gil into the "Designer Street." Many small shops and restaurants, as well as a wide range of popular clothing stores, have since moved into the neighborhood. Based on this history, Garosu-gil presents a fascinating dichotomy of the old and new.
The first Apple Store in South Korea, Apple Garosugil, opened on the street in January 2018. Over time, Garosu-gil has evolved into a key commercial hub for flagship stores of major international and domestic lifestyle, eyewear, and fashion brands, such as Gentle Monster, Tamburins, and Maison Kitsuné.
Map of the surrounding area, with Garosu-gil highlighted in blue
