Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Kyunghee University
Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Top hotels in Dongdaemun-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Dongdaemun-gu
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
- Gyeongdong Market
- Yeonghwiwon & Sunginwon Burial Mounds
- Lotte World
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Lotte World Tower
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanghwamun
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Olympic Park
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Hotels Near Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
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