Dapsimni-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Dapsimni-dong
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 top-notch restaurants 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
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
From Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Heroes Suspension Bridge
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
From Seoul: Nami Island, Korean Garden & Rail Bike Day Trip
Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul
Top hotels in Dapsimni-dong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025
The Shilla Seoul
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dapsimni-dong
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Cheonggyecheon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Garosu-gil
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Guro Digital Complex