Yeokchon-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Yeokchon-dong
Popular places to visit
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 culturally rich 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.
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.
N Seoul Tower
You can find out about the history of Seoul when you stop by N Seoul Tower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Yeokchon-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Other than a long check in, everything was spectacular.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great hotel in overall! Very nice, calm and clean with friendly staff. There are a lot of great restaurants near by and the hotel is centrally located for Seoul visits. The airport KAL bus and City Hall metro (exit 9) is next to the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean room and courteous staffs. Great location!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Great location, close to all main visit point, good breakfast with lots of variety, kind staffs, good service
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul
This was the best 4-star hotel I've ever stayed in.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yeokchon-dong
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
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.
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.
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.
