Dongjak-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Noryangjin Fish Market which includes markets and marine life
Noryangjin Fish Market which includes food and markets as well as a small group of people
Noryangjin Fish Market which includes food and markets
Noryangjin Fish Market featuring food and markets as well as an individual female
Noryangjin Fish Market showing food and markets

Popular places to visit

Noryangjin Fish Market featuring food and markets as well as an individual female

Noryangjin Fish Market

Wake up early to watch the fish auctions at this boisterous market and purchase fresh seafood to have prepared before you at casual restaurants.

Noryangjin Fish Market
Boramae Park

Boramae Park

Explore the great outdoors at Boramae Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Boramae Park
Lotte World

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.

Lotte World
Myeongdong Street

Myeongdong Street

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

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

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

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 Dongjak-gu Hotel Deals

Shilla Stay Guro Digital Complex Station

Shilla Stay Guro Digital Complex Station

4 out of 5
596, Siheung-daero, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$138 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$138
11 Nov - 12 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Overall stay was wonderful! I'd consider staying here again. The only thing was the door was heavy so it was loud when it closed and the room was smaller than expected. Other than that, the hotel was very clean, the staff were very friendly and the area was convenient to walk around."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Shilla Stay Guro Digital Complex Station
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$483 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$483
9 Nov - 10 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$270 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$270
3 Nov - 4 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$549 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$549
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,006 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$260 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$260
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$206 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$206
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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

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Other neighbourhoods around Dongjak-gu

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Yeongdeungpo-gu

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Yeongdeungpo-gu
War Memorial of Korea featuring signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Yongsan-gu

4/5(26 area reviews)

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.

Yongsan-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
Namdaemun Market featuring markets, street scenes and a city

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.

Hoehyeon-dong
Hongdae featuring street scenes, a city and signage

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.

Hongdae
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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