Hwagok 8-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hwagok 8-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.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Our pick of the best Hwagok 8-dong Hotel Deals
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Nice cooked to order breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Clean room. Great bathroom qater pressure.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
very good service and clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
This was an amazing hotel with incredible facilities, great location and the staff even allowed us an early check in! Thank you team!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
This was the perfect option for a family friendly vacation. The views were stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Good location near the major museums and palaces in Seoul. Room was small but had all the amenities we expected. Breakfast and service were good.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hwagok 8-dong
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
