Anguk-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Anguk-dong
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This vast commercial district is a shopper's paradise with its many malls, boutiques and specialist shops sitting happily alongside traditional Korean market places.
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Gwanghwamun
Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.
Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Namdaemun Market
For all kinds of clothing and food at bargain prices, a trip to Seoul's oldest and largest traditional market is a must-visit.
Activities
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Insightful DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour
Our pick of the best Anguk-dong Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Such a lovely way to start our adventure in Korea. The view was stunning, food amazing and the service kind and engaged.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern hotel. Everything we needs in an affordable price in centre of city.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Very clean, incredible staff and modern well equipped apartments. Thanks for a great stay!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Super good location and staffs are helpful. Convenience stores just right next to it. Perfect.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
The staff was helpful, the room is clean. Also good location, only a few minutes walk from metro station.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Anguk-dong
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while in the area.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.
