Hongji-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hongji-dong
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Activities
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Seoul City Full Day Tour - Changdeok Palace (wearing Hanbok)
Our pick of the best Hongji-dong Hotel Deals
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Nice having a washing machine and dryer in our unit!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Rooms are on the small side but are well appointed. Service is good. Breakfast is better outside. Try the hangover soup. very delicious
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The room is modern with a lot of space. The beds are very comfortable and clean. The staff are very friendly and nice. The location is very accessible to transit and walking distance to restaurants and shopping areas. I will definitely stay here again if I will go back to Seoul.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Seoul Garden Hotel
We had to wait 2 hours for checkin. I know the check in time is 3 pm, but there are always some rooms that are ready earlier. Then at 3pm there were many people checking in at the same time. I liked the location. Airport limusine in front of the hotel for 18000 won. one washing machine and one dryer ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The location is great and staff is very helpful. The breakfast has a great variety of foods.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
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 Gwanghwamun Square. 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.
