Hwagok-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 culturally rich 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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
DMZ Tour : 3rd Tunnel, NK View, Snipergun shooting, Susp. Bridge
Top hotels in Hwagok-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Hotel seems to be newly constructed. I guess less than 6 years judging from the elevator, newer bidet toilets, good hot temperature and good pressure showers and air conditioning units. For breakfast, they will print you breakfast vouchers with an assigned date. I assumed all the vouchers were the ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Highly recommended! We will check in again if we will be back in Korea :)
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
They have everything you need. Location was excellent. Close to the market but not in it. Close ton everything else. The restaurants in the area are really good!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
We enjoyed our 4 night stay at ENA Suite Hotel. The hotel is centrally located wh easy access to metro and bus stations. The hotel staffs were very friendly and helpful. There are several restaurants within walking distance. The hotel's location is very convenient.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Lotte Hotel World
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Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hwagok-dong
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
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