Yeongtong-gu Travel Guide

Suwon
Gyeonggi which includes heritage elements and a city

Popular places to visit

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Gwanggyo Lake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Gwanggyo Lake Park, a lovely green space in Suwon.

Gwanggyo Lake Park
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Samsung Innovation Museum

Follow the trajectory of this global giant in electronic innovation, from the company’s humble beginnings in 1969 to its cutting-edge ideas for the future.

Samsung Innovation Museum
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Hwaseong Fortress

4/5(1 review)

Enter the imposing stone gateway that leads into this UNESCO World Heritage-listed fortress and walk along the high ramparts for stunning city views.

Hwaseong Fortress
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Hwaseong Palace

Explore the exhibition halls within King Jeongjo’s official residence in Suwon and watch the Jangyongyeong guard ceremony on select Sundays.

Hwaseong Palace
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Suwon World Cup Stadium

Catch an event at Suwon World Cup Stadium during your trip to Suwon. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Suwon World Cup Stadium
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Paldalmun Gate

This mighty southern gateway of Hwaseong Fortress now sits at the center of the bustling city of Suwon as a reminder of the city’s Joseon Dynasty heritage.

Paldalmun Gate

Things to do

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Private Folk Village, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Tour

£365
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Private Folk Village, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Tour
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Top hotels in Yeongtong-gu

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 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£50
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23 Jun - 24 Jun
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,047 reviews)
"it was a good experience."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
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 £60 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£60
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,015 reviews)
"I really loved this hotel! It was in a great location (walking distance to plenty of restaurants and shopping stores) and it was right next to the airport limousine stop! The room and bathroom was clean. Also, having the bidet was nice. They have a coin laundry within the hotel and they stored my ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

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ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £99 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
£99
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,112 reviews)
"It would have been nicer if they had a mini coffee maker instead of instant coffee."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is £131 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
£131
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
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! (1,771 reviews)
"Good location. Helpful staff. Good morning/lunch buffet. Room on smaller side."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Lotte Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
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The price is £220 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
£220
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30 Jun - 1 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! (1,503 reviews)
"Great staff."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Lotte Hotel Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is £262 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£262
per night
1 Jul - 2 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! (1,005 reviews)
Incredible
"Exceptional. Hospitality was beyond amazing, loved my room with the river view, I’m missing it already haha. Loved it so much, everytime I come seoul I will definitely come back to Grand Hyatt. Thank you so much!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Yeongtong-gu

Suwon showing heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Ingye-dong

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

While you're in Ingye-dong, take in top sights like KBS Suwon Drama Center and jump on the metro at Suwon City Hall Station to see more of the city.

Ingye-dong
Suwon showing heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Paldal-gu

While you're in Paldal-gu, take in top sights like Hwaseong Palace or Hwaseong Fortress, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Suwon City Hall Station or Hwaseo Station.

Paldal-gu
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Seryu-dong

Even though there aren't top sights in Seryu-dong, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Suwon City Hall. Jump on the metro at Seryu Station to see more of the city.

Seryu-dong
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Guun-dong

While Guun-dong isn't home to many top sights, Hwaseong Palace and Suwon Baseball Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Guun-dong
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Imok-dong

While Imok-dong isn't home to many top sights, Mr. Toilet House and Korea Railroad Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Imok-dong

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