Banghwa-dong Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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 culturally rich area.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has risen up from the ashes more than once and today, it's one of Seoul's finest examples of traditional Korean architecture.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Activities
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
DMZ Tour: 3rd Tunnel from Seoul (Option: Red Suspension bridge)
Gyeongju One-day Excursion with KTX Train Ride
Our pick of the best Banghwa-dong Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Banghwa-dong
Gangseo-gu
Gangseo-gu is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Magongnaru Station or Sinbanghwa Station to explore sights like LG Arts Centre.
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trickeye Museum, and catch 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
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gwanghwamun
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Namdaemun Market
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- N Seoul Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Hongik University
- Songdo Central Park
- Hyundai Department Store
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Seoul National University