Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Yeoksam 1-dong
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam
Good service
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam
It was a great comfort for me. Home away home
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Excellent second stay at the hotel. Chose this hotel as great first time experience and even better second time. Staff were extremely helpful in many aspects. Breakfast staff were wonderful. Excellent location and easy access to transport. Thank you. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Everytging was perfect
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
체크인은 아주 빨랐어요. 처음 배정받은 방의 문을 열고 들어가니, 하수구 냄새같은 좋지 않는 냄새가 확 코를 찔렀고, 즉시 프론트에 컴플레인하니, 비교적 빨리 다른 방으로 배정해 주었어요. 새로 배정받은 방은 세탁물 냄새처럼 깨끗한 냄새가 났어요. 만족했어요.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yeoksam 1-dong
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center 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 Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
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.
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 Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
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.
Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide
- Teheranno
- Kukkiwon
- Gangnam-daero
- Kyobo Tower
- Lotte World
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- Gwanghwamun
- N Seoul Tower
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
