Dongjak-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A bustling indoor market with various seafood stalls.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Noryangjin Fisheries Wholesale Market.
A modern building with a unique curved facade and a series of white, vertical structures in the foreground.
A fish near a coral reef with a large shell and other marine life.
A busy indoor market with various stalls and shoppers.

Stay near popular Dongjak-gu attractions

A seafood market with various seafood displayed in containers.

Noryangjin Fish Market

8.4/10 (7 reviews)
Wake up early to watch the fish auctions at this boisterous market and purchase fresh seafood to have prepared before you at casual restaurants.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

£29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

£40
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

£43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

£25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options

£34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

£49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
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Top hotels in Dongjak-gu

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is £98 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£98
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,140 reviews)
"Hotel is in great location close to bars, cafe and restaurants. Rooms provide kitchen,washer and dryer. Clean towels and bottled water everyday and rooms are cleaned every two days. Helpful staff and convenience 24 hour store on site as well as gym, pool table, screening room and golf play onsite. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo

3 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is £125 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£125
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,241 reviews)
"This hotel exceeded our expectations. The staff and the accommodations were excellent. Rooms were extremely clean and upgraded. It is no surprise that JAL has their crew stay at this hotel. It is located in area with plenty of food options. Our next stay in Seoul would be at this hotel!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Stanford Hotel Seoul

Stanford Hotel Seoul

4 out of 5
15, World Cup buk-ro 58-gil, Mapo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is £96 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£96
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Namdaemun Market ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel beautiful surroundings friendly staff"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Stanford Hotel Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is £61 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£61
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,756 reviews)
"they do offer breakfast with many options , in Gangnam it is very worth and washer with dryer ( pay option) but still , location is good , staff 24 hours , very helpful , detail"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

3 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is £164 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£164
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,367 reviews)
"The breakfast included could use a few more western friendly additions mackerel and Indian food first thing in the morning isn’t"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Hotel Gracery Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is £177 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£177
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,999 reviews)
"The staff on the 1st floor were highly dedicated and incredibly helpful. The cleaning staff on the 24th floor were also very professional, and the location is absolutely perfect."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
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Where to stay in Dongjak-gu

Find the best Dongjak-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Dongjak-gu
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A cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

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.

A statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

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

Dongjak-gu Travel Guide

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