Daechi 1-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Daechi 1-dong
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.
Activities
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony
Our pick of the best Daechi 1-dong Hotel Deals
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
This was a nice hotel. Daniel was very helpful to our family. The other staff were very helpful and courteous. I would visit this hotel again.
Reviewed on 26 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
Location was really convenient
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. The signature suite room is equipped with pretty much everything you need. The washer & dryer really helped out a lot. Foreign exchange is available on a machine located in the lobby. Good staff and greaf location.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Room was spacious and staff was excellent. Great spot to park if you bring a vehicle.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Daechi 1-dong
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju 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.
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.
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.
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.
