Gwanghui-dong Travel Guide

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

Popular places to visit

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Dongdaemun Design Plaza

4/5(7 reviews)

Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza
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Hyundai City Outlet

During your visit to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hyundai City Outlet. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hyundai City Outlet
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Doota Mall

During your trip to Seoul, you can do some window-shopping at Doota Mall. While in this vibrant area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Doota Mall
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Migliore Mall

During your visit to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Migliore Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Migliore Mall
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Pyounghwa Market

5/5(1 review)

During your visit to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Pyounghwa Market. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Pyounghwa Market
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Goodmorning City

4/5(1 review)

During your visit to Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Goodmorning City. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Goodmorning City

Activities

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Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip

AU$87
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip
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DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red suspension bridge)

AU$83
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red suspension bridge)
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Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm

AU$122
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm
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Jeonju Shuttle Bus Service & Hanbok Experience(From Seoul/Busan)

AU$104
Per adult
Jeonju Shuttle Bus Service & Hanbok Experience(From Seoul/Busan)
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From Seoul: Classic K-Drama Dae Jang Geum Park Tour

AU$113
Per adult
From Seoul: Classic K-Drama Dae Jang Geum Park Tour
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Alpaca World Tour with Nami Island & optional Railbike or Garden

AU$132
Per adult
Alpaca World Tour with Nami Island & optional Railbike or Garden
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Our pick of the best Gwanghui-dong Hotel Deals

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1
3 out of 5
337 Toegye-ro, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$114 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$114
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and N Seoul Tower are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (980 reviews)
Typical Toyoko Inn
"Located about 5 minutes from Dongdaemon history and cultural park metro station. Use exit 4 from station to get to hotel. This exit has elevator to street level. There is also an airport bus stop outside hotel. Staff were very friendly on check in. Room was small but efficient. The bidet toilet was ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun 1
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
3 out of 5
325, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$115 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$115
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,076 reviews)
"was expecting there to be toothbrush and toothpaste but there wasn't, which is totally fine. i was just expecting more amenities to be provided."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
5 out of 5
238 Euljiro, Jung Gu, Seoul, KR
The price is AU$251 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$251
per night
16 May - 17 May
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 clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Central location to all areas by subway. Free hotel shuttle services to main tourist areas. Hotel is in shopping area."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
Hotel PJ Myeongdong
Hotel PJ Myeongdong
4 out of 5
71, Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$146 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$146
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Property was beautiful and nice that's why we see alot of people having their wedding there. Close to convinient store transportation and very nice bed to sleep in. Definitely recommend this hotel. Thank you"

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Hotel PJ Myeongdong
Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence
Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence
3.5 out of 5
9 Chungmu-ro 2-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$157 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$157
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and N Seoul Tower are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"The setup is like you're in a Korean home in kdrama. I love this place"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$562 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$562
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this spa hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff were truly fantastic in helping us with every query and ensuring that our stay was enjoyable. The rooms were lovely, spacious and comfortable with phenomenal views"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwanghui-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
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

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.

Myeong-dong
Insadong showing 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 Jogyesa Temple, 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 showing 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
Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

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
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

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

Jongno-gu

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