Heukseok-dong
Seoul
Visit Heukseok-dong
Popular places to visit
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 top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 vibrant 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.
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.
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.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Full Day DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola
Top hotels in Heukseok-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best ever !
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Amazing stay…cannot wait to go back!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean and spacious room, very friendly staff. Will stay again!
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Everything was good enough.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Most of the staff specifically the ladies were very friendly. Clean rooms, location.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Nice rooms, very accommodating a mind great location
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heukseok-dong
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.
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.
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.
Pil-dong
While you're in Pil-dong, take in top sights like Namsangol Hanok Village and jump on the metro at Chungmuro Station to see more of the city.
Myeong-dong
Travelers love Myeong-dong for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral.
