Dongjak-gu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Noryangjin Fish Market
During your trip to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Noryangjin Fish Market. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Boramae Park
Explore the great outdoors at Boramae Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant 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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
After visiting Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Namdaemun Market
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Namdaemun Market, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Dongjak-gu
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern rooms, spacious, comfortable - we had a lovely stay in Seoul thanks to the Botanik!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Our experience was really great and we olan to stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
We were given the wrong room which was smaller than the one we booked. It was resolved after 1hr, probably because it was so busy as it was around 4pm around checking time. When we finally got the new room, the fridge was wobbly & had a hard time using it. The bathroom sink & tub had some rust around ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Quaint facilities (not derogatory. It's pretty average) Everything else was excellent.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Breakfast was good, staff so helpful. The room a bit hot and need to open window.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Location is 5 minutes walk from Singil Station. Rooms are small but not a problem. Best of all is their breakfast! Great food choices and lots of tables.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dongjak-gu
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.
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.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
