Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Yeoksam 1-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.
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.
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.
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
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Seoul DMZ Tour with 3rd Tunnel and Red Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony
Our pick of the best Yeoksam 1-dong Hotel Deals
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam
Good service
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam
The room was a nice size and the bathrooms were very clean and modern. The beds are extremely comfortable
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
We had a beautiful and excellent stay! Definitely will stay here again on our next visit.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Very kind staff and clean room. Very modern facilities.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Very fast and smooth check in and out. Hotel room was spacious and clean, lots of space for family with kids. Breakfast was great and the hotel had great service.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Royal Hotel Seoul
Great spacious, quiet room with lounge access which includes tea, coffee, snacks. The Grand restaurant was also excellent where I had 2 lunches & 1 breakfast. It is a convenient location to shopping & street food, which looked good but I did nit try since I don't like eating standing up. Will stay ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yeoksam 1-dong
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
