Dongdaemun-gu Travel Guide
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Visit Dongdaemun-gu
Popular places to visit

Kyunghee University
Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Namdaemun Market
During your trip to Seoul, you can do some window-shopping at Namdaemun Market. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, a popular green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
Top hotels in Dongdaemun-gu

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun
Clean room everyday of the stay, and staff was helpful for any questions I had!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Maison Kan Hotel Dongdaemun
The location was ideal. No one at the building, all honor system, but easy to communicate via text. Clean
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

31 Page
Nice staff.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel
The staff were courteous, the rooms were clean, and the stay was comfortable. The hotel is conveniently located, close to a subway station, and has a convenience store and some restaurants nearby.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Three Seven Hotel
Unfortunately, this hotel was way too small. We arrived one day later and were told we still had to pay that night. The rooms weee extremely small. The first room’s outlet was not in the wall. The shower was right in front of the toilet. No curtain was available. The sink leaked water and the door ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Noble Residence
you get what you pay for. Excellent Cost to just come in and sleep
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dongdaemun-gu

Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.

Jung-gu
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street 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.

Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.

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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga 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.
