Sogong-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Sogong-dong
Popular places to visit
Deoksugung Palace
The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.
Sungnyemun Gate
Admire the majesty of this towering historic gate and marvel at the stark contrast between this proud symbol of ancient Seoul and its ultra-modern surroundings.
Seoul Museum of Art
You can browse the exhibits at Seoul Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Chongdong Theater
Traditional, English-friendly Korean theatre is performed inside this contemporary space.
Agriculture Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Agriculture Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
Top hotels in Sogong-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great location, comfortable room, very helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Gracery Seoul
A lovely hotel in a great location. Really efficient check-in and check-out - super simple with the kiosks. The room is nicely set up with amenities like pajamas and slippers. The breakfast was great - a lot of variety, tea, coffee, juice, Korean dishes, and more. The location is perfect - restaurants ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Excellent breakfast. Great value.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun
Staff were excellent,especially Aidan. They were so helpful in orientation to the city and the local area. Location is superb, food great and the room was fine. We will recommend the hotel to our friends.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Crown Park Hotel
Great location, spacious rooms with everything you need. Large modern bathroom, shower was superb! Easy walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul
Stayed in Frasers Place Namdaemun for the two years in row, but this time with my 6 month old baby. We got portable baby cot. Staffs are super friendly as always. Plan to visit next year again.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sogong-dong
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Sogong-dong Travel Guide
- Deoksugung Palace
- Sungnyemun Gate
- Seoul Museum of Art
- Rolling Ball Museum
- Lotte World
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanghwamun
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
