Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A riverside walkway with steps, a bridge, and modern buildings.
A traditional Korean pavilion with ornate roof and wooden pillars.
A cityscape at dusk with modern high-rise buildings, a traditional building, and a busy intersection.
A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.
A historic fortress with a moat, surrounded by modern buildings and a cityscape under a pink sky.

Stay near popular Dongdaemun-gu attractions

Kyunghee University

10.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

AU$56
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library & Temple

Seoul: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots

AU$78
per adult
Seoul: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

AU$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

AU$13
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Picture 2 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

AU$78
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul

Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul

AU$80
per adult
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
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Our pick of the best Dongdaemun-gu Hotel Deals

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 21-gil Seoul
The price is AU$91 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$91
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
8/10 Very good! (13 reviews)
"Ok stay. Hotel a little dated, it is located on a good bus route. 20 mins to the markets we wanted to visit. Really good affordable restaurants in the area. Would have liked to stay abit more central but then we wouldn't have eaten at local great places. Would have liked bigger towels and a kettle ..."

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is AU$86 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$86
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel
Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

3 out of 5
341, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (413 reviews)
"Not a bad place but a good distance from main locations like Hongdae. Lots of traffic noises at night"

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

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Dongdaemun Bellus Hotel

Dongdaemun Bellus Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 24-gil, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is AU$61 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$61
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
Dongdaemun Bellus Hotel
Mangrove Sinseol

Mangrove Sinseol

2 out of 5
22, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is AU$101 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$101
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a business centre. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Bukchon Hanok ...
8.2/10 Very good! (194 reviews)
"Very great staff, handles problems quickly and efficiently. Convenient transportation, there is also a lot of convenience stores nearby."

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Mangrove Sinseol
Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon

Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon

2 out of 5
103 Jeonnong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is AU$75 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$75
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street are located ...
Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon
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Our guide on where to stay in Dongdaemun-gu

Find the best Dongdaemun-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

Gangnam-gu

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

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern building with a large sign, steps leading up to it, and people walking around.

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.

A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Bukchon Hanok Village. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide

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