Ikseon-dong Hanok Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ikseon-dong Hanok Village
Ikseon-dong Hanok Village
Ikseon-dong Hanok Village
Photo by Ayen Ong
Photo by Ayen Ong
Photo by Jim Teo
Photo by Jim Teo

Popular places to visit

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

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Starfield COEX Mall

Starfield COEX Mall

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Starfield COEX Mall

Activities

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

AU$84
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
GyeongBokGung Palace

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

AU$120
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Starfield Suwon : Day Tour

Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)

AU$73
per child
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

AU$46
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
Seoul Night "Private Tour

Seoul Night "Private Tour"(Korean BBQ, N-Tower, Seoul Fortress, Local Market)

AU$113
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night "Private Tour"(Korean BBQ, N-Tower, Seoul Fortress, Local Market)
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Our pick of the best Ikseon-dong Hanok Village Hotel Deals

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

4 out of 5
31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$162 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$162
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (78 reviews)
"The location is great, easy to get to many places by walking or take public transportation. The staff here are helpful and friendly. Overall I enjoyed my stay here."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$214 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$214
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (2,618 reviews)
"Location, staff, cleanliness"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
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$282 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$282
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (2,842 reviews)
"Loved our stay here. Very helpful staff, the pool was nice though the hot-tub was tepid at best. Gym was nice to have, laundry was great, room was huge and super clean, all the staff was super helpful."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
The price is AU$118 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$118
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Easy accces to/from Seoul train station. Clean rooms and comfy bed. Only slight issue was noise of trains (being close to the station)"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$535 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$535
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property with exceptionally friendly staff and excellent food. The location is perfect, very convenient and easy to get around. We truly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

The Shilla Seoul
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$151 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$151
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (549 reviews)
"The hotel was really amay, the staff were so grate. I would definitely be back to stay here again."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
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Other neighbourhoods around Ikseon-dong Hanok Village

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 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 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
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 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-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
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
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

Ikseon-dong Hanok Village Travel Guide

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