Seodaemun-gu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Yonsei University
Explore the campus of Yonsei University during your travels in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Ewha Woman's University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Ewha Woman's University during your travels in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Yonsei University Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Yonsei University Museum during your travels in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Seodaemun Prison History Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Seodaemun Prison History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to 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
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.
Top hotels in Seodaemun-gu
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
"The location of the hotel is good; it's a fairly easy walk to many of the central sites of interest to tourists, and not far from the central business district. The breakfast is varied, though the hours are a bit limited for a late sleeper like me - breakfast closed promptly at 9:30 am on a weekday. ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Too many tourists make the hotel/lobby/restaurants crowded."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Love everything about this place."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Lotte Hotel World
"My family had a terrible experience at the swimming pool. If you are a single parent and your child is of the opposite gender and over 36 months, they are not allowed to enter the changing rooms with you. We discovered this the hard way. The receptionist let my sister enter with her two boys (6 & ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 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
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Awesome suites. We had a room with two king size beds and a separate living/kitchen room. Very large for Asian standards. Amazing location in the center of everything in Seoul!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seodaemun-gu
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
