Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide

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Dongdaemun-gu

Popular places to visit

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Kyunghee University

Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Kyunghee University
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Gyeongdong Market

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gyeongdong Market. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Gyeongdong Market
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Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

Walk around the campus at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies during your stay in Seoul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
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Dapsimni Antiques Market

During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dapsimni Antiques Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dapsimni Antiques Market
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Seoul Folk Flea Market

During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Seoul Folk Flea Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Seoul Folk Flea Market
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King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall

Things to do

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Grandma's Home Cooking Class at Korean House l Seoul

£36
Per adult
Grandma's Home Cooking Class at Korean House l Seoul
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Seoul: Oriental Medicine, Massage Tour, and Largest market

£39
Per adult
Seoul: Oriental Medicine, Massage Tour, and Largest market
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Korean Shamanism Walking Experience and Shopping in Seoul

£40
Per adult
Korean Shamanism Walking Experience and Shopping in Seoul
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Meat Market Tour and Premium Han woo Beef BBQ

£158
Per adult
Meat Market Tour and Premium Han woo Beef BBQ
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Seoul: Oriental medicine museum tour & make your own tea

£36
Per adult
Seoul: Oriental medicine museum tour & make your own tea
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Seoul: Oriental Medicine Healing Half day Tour

£31
Per adult
Seoul: Oriental Medicine Healing Half day Tour
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Top hotels in Dongdaemun-gu

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun
Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun
3 out of 5
341, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is £28 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£28
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (226 reviews)
"À fait walk from Dapsimni subway station, this property offers most amenities that travellers require. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2024

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel
3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
The price is £43 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£43
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Starfield COEX Mall and Lotte World are located nearby. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (392 reviews)
"Very clean and staffs are very friendly, perfect service."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2023

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel
Hotel Boutique 9
Hotel Boutique 9
2.5 out of 5
28, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £88 per night from 8 May to 9 May
£88
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this boutique hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Gyeongbokgung Palace are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (305 reviews)
Nice Hotel
"The service from both reception and housekeeping was excellent. Location was good with many convenient stores nearby Except room was a little old but the area was big though"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Hotel Boutique 9
Hotel Signature
Hotel Signature
2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 21-gil, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £40 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
£40
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Starfield COEX Mall and Lotte World Tower are ...
6/10 (1 review)
"Bed was wide size more than expected but sigallet smells was bothering me."

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2024

Hotel Signature
Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel
Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
98, Cheonho-daero 83-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £33 per night from 6 May to 7 May
£33
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (328 reviews)
"Had a pleasant stay at this hotel. Room was well furnished and designed, with adequate amenities. Short walk from the train station, many dining options around."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel
Mangrove Sinseol
Mangrove Sinseol
2 out of 5
22, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
The price is £78 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£78
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness centre and a business centre. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and N Seoul Tower are located nearby. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
"It is clean and nice for a solo traveller for me! I had a good time there and it was quiet for me to have some quiet time when i needed it, totally recommend it!!"

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2024

Mangrove Sinseol
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Other neighbourhoods around Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes 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
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 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
Insadong showing 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 showing 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
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

Myeong-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

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