Bangbae 1-dong Travel Guide
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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 vibrant 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 charming cafes 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 culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Bangbae 1-dong
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero 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.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
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 Starfield COEX Mall.
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- N Seoul Tower
- Everland
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Garosu-gil
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Seoul National University
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Caribbean Bay
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Guro Digital Complex