Boramae-dong
Seoul
Visit Boramae-dong
Popular places to visit
Lotte World
Enjoy the excitement at Lotte World and see why people love this amusement park in Seoul. Check out 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favorite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nami and Petite France Tour with Optional K-Garden
Top hotels in Boramae-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Amazing location and very well-maintained hotel. Very clean rooms and high-end technology in the rooms. Very happy with the location, good staff, and amazing property to stay.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 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 Apr 19, 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Highly recommended! We will check in again if we will be back in Korea :)
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Perfect location, excellent staff, clean and well taken care of establishment. Absolutely perfect
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Spacious rooms, comfortable beds and clean facility. Excellent location with many good restaurants nearby. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Lotte Hotel World
Location is too far away from the center of Seoul city
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Boramae-dong
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
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Yongsan-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Yongsan Electronics Market is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station to see more of the area.
Itaewon-dong
Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Hongdae
Spend some time visiting places like Hongdae Street while getting to know Hongdae, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Mapo-gu
Travelers choose Mapo-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station and check out top sights like Mangwon Market.
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.
