Wangsimnibon-dong Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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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.

Lotte World
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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.

Myeongdong Street
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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.

Lotte World Tower
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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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
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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.

Starfield COEX Mall
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Gwanghwamun

Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.

Gwanghwamun

Things to do

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DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

£36
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
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Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour

£51
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
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Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul

£67
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
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DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red Suspension bridge)

£44
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red Suspension bridge)
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Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm

£55
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Namiseom, Petite France, & Garden of Morning Calm
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Gyeongju One-day Excursion with KTX Train Ride

£258
Per adult
Gyeongju One-day Excursion with KTX Train Ride
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Top hotels in Wangsimnibon-dong

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
The price is £50 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£50
per night
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,072 reviews)
"very convenient location, clean rooms and great breakfast"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £223 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£223
per night
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Check in was great despite how congested with a long line of wait. Check out was the worst while there was no waiting line at all, missed airport bus due to waiting for a reception to be available. Breakfast experience reminded me of being in an old school canteen, not at all elegant and food selections ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £102 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
£102
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,169 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. We stayed for 8 days. The hotel is pretty close to public transport, staff are nice and room was clean."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £58 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
£58
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Very good hotel in every respect. However one star is missing due to the idiotic design of the bench and the writing table, where it is impossible to get to the bench without injuring yourself (10 cm gap between the two), and due to the socket layout and condition (those on the bench not working, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is £103 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£103
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,788 reviews)
Great hotel centrally located
"Hotel buffet better than expected with many of the food items made in house. Close to Myeongdong Market, bus lines and subway. Staff friendly and helpful. Only negative is wait for elevators. Otherwise, would stay again."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Lotte Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £207 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£207
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,524 reviews)
"Great service and location. Highly recommended if you only have few days in Seoul."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Wangsimnibon-dong

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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

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

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