Cheongdam-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cheongdam-dong
Cheongdam-dong
Cheongdam-dong
Cheongdam-dong
Cheongdam-dong

Head to this affluent part of the popular Gangnam District to position yourself comfortably in Seoul’s lap of luxury, if only for a day.

If Gangnam is nicknamed “Seoul’s Beverly Hills,” then Cheongdam would be Beverly Park Circle. This is where the super-rich come to find the best of fashion shopping, dining, clubbing and pampering. Come here to window shop or bring your credit card and mingle with the rich and famous.

The former pear orchard district of Cheongdam is officially a ward of popular Gangnam. The Maseratis, Teslas and Mercedeses parked outside the cosmetic surgery clinics and fashion shops are your first hint that money is no issue here.

As you walk around, you may notice that Cheongdam is not just a flash residential and shopping area. It’s also an economic hub for powerful global companies, especially those in the entertainment, information technology and car industries.

Wealthy business people and the latest Korean pop and TV stars come here often to visit beauty salons, department stores, hidden clubs and eye-catching restaurants.

You can’t miss Cheongdam Fashion Street, one of South Korea’s most famous shopping hubs with storefronts for luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton and Cartier.

If you are keen to hit the nightlife of Cheongdam, your options are endless. Visit some real local icons first. How about dinner at The Class, where all the celebrities eat? Follow it up with sweet French crêpes under the artistic ceiling of Ciel de Monet, which means “Monet’s Heaven.” For evening cocktails, all you have to do is press the right book in the library-style ante-room of Le Chamber and the underground speakeasy bar will open its doors like magic.

Find Cheongdam-dong, which means “Cheongdam District,” south of the Han River, in the heart of Gangnam. This Gangnam district has its own subway station along line 7 and you can easily get around on foot once there. Rent a cab if you’re planning on clubbing until late at night.

Remember that this is a place to see and be seen. Be sure to really dress up and don’t hesitate to select your most daring outfit, because new styles spotted in Cheongdam tend to spread across Asia like wildfire.


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Our pick of the best Cheongdam-dong Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$461 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$461
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Los servicios del hotel muy caros"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$255 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$255
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,982 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and breakfast was delicious!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$552 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$552
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"The executive lounge was great!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Shilla Seoul
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$274 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$274
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,747 reviews)
"Room carpets were stained and dirty"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$303 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$303
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (766 reviews)
"We loved staying here! The hotel is so clean and new feeling. The location is good to take a quick taxi or about a 20 minute walk to Myeongdong street. The property around the hotel looks like it was destroyed by a fire or something but they seem to be working on cleaning it up and there are nice ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE

4 out of 5
415 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$203 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$203
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,658 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Cheongdam-dong

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Gangnam-gu

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Gangnam-gu
Samseong-dong showing interior views

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 Starfield COEX Mall.

Samseong-dong
Seoul Forest which includes a city and a park

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.

Seongsu-dong
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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.

Yeoksam 1-dong
Seocho-gu which includes a river or creek, a bridge and modern architecture

Seocho-gu

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Seocho-gu
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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.

Itaewon-dong


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