Hwagok 8-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.

Lotte World Tower
Lotte World Tower is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Hwagok 8-dong

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Everything was very clean and well- maintained. The staff were dignified and courteous, very helpful, and spoke English well. The pool was really nice and the fact that it was open long hours was a huge plus for me
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Clean Room, great location.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Room was great for our group stay.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
very good service and clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
This was the perfect option for a family friendly vacation. The views were stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Perfect location to go around Seoul. Clean room and kind staff. Recommended
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hwagok 8-dong

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.

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.

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.
Hwagok 8-dong Travel Guide
- Myeongdong Street
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Namdaemun Market
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gwanghwamun
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Songdo Central Park
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Korea University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Gwangjang Market
- Songdo Convensia Convention Center
- Seoul Olympic Stadium
- Port of Incheon
- National Museum of Korea
