Changsin-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

...Directly behind the Seoul City Wall Museum, you'll find this trail which runs along the old city wall. It is quite peaceful and quaint, even though it's surrounded by one of the largest cities in the world. The views backwards of the city are amazing, and more wonderful views await you as you reach the top.
...Directly behind the Seoul City Wall Museum, you'll find this trail which runs along the old city wall. It is quite peaceful and quaint, even though it's surrounded by one of the largest cities in the world. The views backwards of the city are amazing, and more wonderful views await you as you reach the top.
Directly behind the Seoul City Wall Museum, you'll find this trail which runs along the old city wall. It is quite peaceful and quaint, even though it's surrounded by one of the largest cities in the world. The view at the top is quite nice!!
Directly behind the Seoul City Wall Museum, you'll find this trail which runs along the old city wall. It is quite peaceful and quaint, even though it's surrounded by one of the largest cities in the world. The views backwards of the city are amazing, and more wonderful views await you as you reach the top.
Directly behind the Seoul City Wall Museum, you'll find this trail which runs along the old city wall. It is quite peaceful and quaint, even though it's surrounded by one of the largest cities in the world. The views backwards of the city are amazing, and more wonderful views await you as you reach the top.

Popular places to visit

Myeongdong shopping street at night in Seoul. Seoul, South Korea, 2015.

Myeongdong Street

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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.

Myeongdong Street
Scenic park at downtown of Seoul, South Korea

Lotte World

4/5(31 reviews)

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.

Lotte World
Dongdaemun Market featuring night scenes, street scenes and a city

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

4.5/5(72 reviews)

This vast commercial district is a shopper's paradise with its many malls, boutiques and specialist shops sitting happily alongside traditional Korean market places.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
Lotte World Tower which includes a high-rise building

Lotte World Tower

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.

Lotte World Tower
Namdaemun Market featuring a city, street scenes and markets

Namdaemun Market

4.5/5(59 reviews)

For all kinds of clothing and food at bargain prices, a trip to Seoul's oldest and largest traditional market is a must-visit.

Namdaemun Market
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center featuring signage

COEX Convention and Exhibition Center

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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.

COEX Convention and Exhibition Center

Activities

Taking pics with Kim

Insightful DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery

NZ$76
per adult
Insightful DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

NZ$90
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
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Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

NZ$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon

Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon

NZ$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View

NZ$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul

Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush

NZ$83
per adult
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
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Our pick of the best Changsin-dong Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$314 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$314
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
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

Grand Hyatt Seoul
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$164 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$164
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,103 reviews)
Check in and check out was incredibly fast and easy. There are two convent stores near by, one in the building and a GS25 across the street. Perfect location, only a 5 min walk from the subway. Room was clean and service was perfect. I’d recommend this stay for anyone who wants to be near Myeongdong ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$301 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$301
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,327 reviews)
Everything was great. Helpful and polite staff. Great location. Walking distance from attractions, restaurants, and City Hall subway station.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

4 out of 5
76, Chungjeong-ro, Seodaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$152 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$152
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,776 reviews)
Everything was good enough.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$177 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
NZ$177
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,917 reviews)
Most of the staff specifically the ladies were very friendly. Clean rooms, location.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$196 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$196
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,261 reviews)
Nice rooms, very accommodating a mind great location

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Changsin-dong

I didn't go inside the plaza, but was intrigued by this giant silver jelly bean of a building.

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong
I came across the Jungbu dried fish market quite by accident, and it was exactly that..a huge market selling mostly dried fish. Many vendors were giving away free samples. I thought it was good, tasting kind of like beef jerky!

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.

Euljiro-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(171 area reviews)

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.

Jung-gu
Injeongjeon Hall at Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea

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-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
F1HJ6B The Dongdaemun history and culture park in the east part of Seoul, South Korea

Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(3 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

Dongdaemun-gu
Insadong which includes shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-dong

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