Samseon-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Samseon-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.

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

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: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Our pick of the best Samseon-dong Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Decent hotel, rooms are fairly small and the washrooms are very tight. Overall decent stay and would stay again for the view and neighborhood.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Breakfast was reasonable and offers a combination of Korean and also American style breakfast items Yes the AC kept the room cool however it wasn't that hot and seoul at this time. It's great having a washing machine and dryer right inside the unit Also there is a steaming press machine where you ...
Reviewed on 2 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

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Honestly exceeded my expectations. I wish I stayed here sooner during my trip. Will be returning! Great sized rooms and clean, very friendly staff :)
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
It was a good option. It has a coin laundry and a convenience store next door. Very clean and well maintained. Nice staff. Room to leave luggage locked. Great breakfast buffet with many korean and occidental options. Has no room service.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Highly recommended! We will check in again if we will be back in Korea :)
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Samseon-dong

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.

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.

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.

Jung-gu
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.

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.

Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
