Sangsu-dong
Seoul
Visit Sangsu-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 charming cafes 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 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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.

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.

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 including Hotel Pick up

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

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)
Top hotels in Sangsu-dong

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Amazing staff, rooms always clean as well as the overall hotel itself. Has a gs25 right outside and another convenience store inside the hotel ( I forgot the name of it ) so that’s super helpful for snack and goodies at anytime of the day. Perfect place if you as me"
Reviewed on May 24, 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

Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Location"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Lotte Hotel World
"Very clean hotel with accommodating staff and fast, efficient service"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Seoul Garden Hotel
"Room was so clean"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
"Great place to stay in Seoul, right next to a subway station and it has plenty of food options in the area. The room was very spacious and the bathroom was a great size and the shower was perfect. The breakfast gets real packed in the morning, but a great array of options are delivered."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sangsu-dong

Hongdae
Spend some time visiting places like Gyeongui Line Forest Park 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.

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.

Sogong-dong
Visitors to Sogong-dong love its popular shops, and you can check out Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.

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.
