Irwon-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Irwon-dong
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Irwon-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
This property will not be an ideal vacation hotel. We had to walk through an alley to get to the hotel. And it is far away from everything. The area is not that safe to walk back to the hotel at night. The receptionists were not as friendly. The bed sheets were dirty. And they don't change it. They ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Good location, walking distance to Myondon and Seoul station. Room was nice and clean, variety of amenities were provided.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The room is modern with a lot of space. The beds are very comfortable and clean. The staff are very friendly and nice. The location is very accessible to transit and walking distance to restaurants and shopping areas. I will definitely stay here again if I will go back to Seoul.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
air condition
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The location is great and staff is very helpful. The breakfast has a great variety of foods.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irwon-dong
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
