Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dongdaemun-gu
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Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun-gu

Popular places to visit

Kyunghee University

Kyunghee University

Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Kyunghee University
Lotte World

Lotte World

4/5(31 reviews)

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.

Lotte World
Myeongdong Street

Myeongdong Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Myeongdong Street
Namdaemun Market featuring a city, street scenes and markets

Namdaemun Market

4.5/5(59 reviews)

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.

Namdaemun Market
Lotte World Tower which includes a high-rise building

Lotte World Tower

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.

Lotte World Tower
Gyeongbok Palace which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Gyeongbokgung Palace

4.5/5(75 reviews)

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Activities

GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

AU$103
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

AU$4
per traveller
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul

Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul

AU$53
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

AU$79
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge
Amazing DMZ TOUR with Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up

Amazing DMZ TOUR with Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up

AU$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Amazing DMZ TOUR with Exclusive North Korean Defector Meet-Up
DMZ TOUR_PLK TRAVEL_ HALF DAY DMZ

[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River

AU$60
per adult
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
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Our pick of the best Dongdaemun-gu Hotel Deals

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

3 out of 5
341, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$54 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$54
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (376 reviews)
"I have checked room and washroom door didn't close well. I told to staff and he show other room and changed room. I liked the new room, every day clean room and new towels. Location was great. Close Dabsimni staion and from the staion i can travel in Seoul easy. Plus next the hotel enterance there ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun
Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon

Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon

2 out of 5
103 Jeonnong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$70 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$70
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Starfield COEX Mall are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
"I'm mostly satisfied with everything. I'm willing to revisit."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon
Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel

Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
98, Cheonho-daero 83-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$64 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$64
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (442 reviews)
"Very nice staff. The staff make up for the other areas in the hotel. For the price can’t beat it. Hotel does need maintenance with new floors but then again for the price it’s understandable now with that being said it’s not like the floors are horrible and there falling apart but they do either ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel
Aank Hotel Cheongnyangni

Aank Hotel Cheongnyangni

122-7, Yangnyeongsi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$58 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$58
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace are located ...
Aank Hotel Cheongnyangni
Mangrove Sinseol

Mangrove Sinseol

2 out of 5
22, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$78 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$78
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a business center. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (164 reviews)
"So nice it’s in the center of Seoul and everything was very safe and clean. Great for solo or friends traveling"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Mangrove Sinseol
Rio Hotel

Rio Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Hoegi-ro 29-gil Dongdaemun District, Seoul
The price is AU$974 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$974
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace ...
Rio Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park featuring a city as well as a small group of people

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-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
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(171 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.

Jung-gu
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Euljiro-dong

While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.

Euljiro-dong
Insadong featuring art and interior views

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong

While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Insadong which includes shopping as well as a small group of people

Insa-dong

Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.

Insa-dong

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