Hongji-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hongji-dong
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge
Our pick of the best Hongji-dong Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Los servicios del hotel muy caros
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Excellent hotel and huge room
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Shilla Seoul
We loved our stay. If there were any complaints, it was that we could not stay longer.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Didn't try breakfast, as there are many restaurants around the area. Staff are frienfly snd helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Well appointed suite, suitable for a family of 4.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Excellent!!!!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hongji-dong
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
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.
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.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
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.
