Yeomchang-dong
Seoul
Visit Yeomchang-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)

DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. Suspension Bridge

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Top hotels in Yeomchang-dong

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The room was nice and big and clean. Very accessible to the train stations. Walking distance to Myeongdong. The convenience stores and restaurants nearby are so convenient and restaurant food were great. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 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
Great
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
They have everything you need. Location was excellent. Close to the market but not in it. Close ton everything else. The restaurants in the area are really good!
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean, comfortable, and a genuinely pleasant stay. The rooms were spacious and well-maintained, making it easy to relax after a long day. The hotel is set on a quieter street, which meant no noise issues and a much more restful experience. What really stood out was the staff—consistently friendly, ...
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Lotte Hotel World
Services are excellent
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yeomchang-dong

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.

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.

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 Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art. 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.
