Popular places to visit
Ilsan Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ilsan Lake Park, a lovely green space in Goyang. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Haengjusanseong Fortress
Explore the great outdoors at Haengjusanseong Fortress, a lovely green space in Goyang. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Onemount
Bring your family to Onemount and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Goyang. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Hanwha Aqua Planet Ilsan
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Hanwha Aqua Planet Ilsan during your travels in Goyang. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Goyang Aram Nuri Arts Center
Enjoy an outing to Goyang Aram Nuri Arts Center during your stay in Goyang. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Ilsan Astro Camp
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ilsan Astro Camp during your travels in Goyang. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its festivals.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nami and Petite France Tour with Optional K-Garden
![[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46783832/275a125a-9621-435d-8be3-daa21601f173.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Suwon Hwaseong+Gwangmyeong Cave+Starfield Library from Seoul
Top hotels in Ilsandong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
We stayed for our entire 14 night visit while in Seoul. The hotel was easy to find from our airport bus stop and check-in was easy. There also seem to be a self check-in/out kiosks but they had plenty of reception staff ready. An ATM and WowPass machine were also in the lobby which was very convenient. ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
I stayed at the Lotte City Hotel and overall had a good experience. The location is excellent, very convenient for getting around the area and close to restaurants and transportation. The hotel is comfortable and works well for a city stay. On the downside, the single beds felt a bit too firm for ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Grand Hyatt Seoul has a fantastic location above Itaewon with beautiful views, and that's about all it has going for it. The service was among the worst I have experienced at a hotel in this category. I repeatedly asked for housekeeping and no one ever came. Turndown service simply doesn't exist ...
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The staff were very friendly and kind. Staff always made us feel welcomed. The room was clean and a bit small but perfect if you don’t plan to be in the room all day. The hotel has a WOWPASS kiosk in the lobby which was perfect for money exchange when needed. The hotel is right next to multiple restaurants ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Affordable hotel in an excellent location.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Location was convenient enough to several major attractions. Room was clean, everything functioning as expected. Great water pressure for shower.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ilsandong
Baekseok-dong
While you're in Baekseok-dong, take in top sights like Ilsan Lake Park and jump on the metro at Baekseok Station to see more of the city.
Janghang-dong
If you're spending time in Janghang-dong, check out sights like Ilsan Lake Park or Onemount and hop on the metro to see more the city at Madu Station or Jeongbalsan Station.
Ilsanseo-gu
While you're in Ilsanseo-gu, take in top sights like Goyang Stadium and jump on the metro at Daehwa Station to see more of the city.
Deogyang-gu
While you're in Deogyang-gu, take in top sights like National Women's History Exhibition Hall and jump on the metro at Hwajeong Station to see more of the city.