Donam-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Lotte World

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.

Lotte World
Myeongdong Street

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.

Myeongdong Street
Namdaemun Market featuring a city, street scenes and markets

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.

Namdaemun Market
Lotte World Tower which includes a high-rise building

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.

Lotte World Tower
Gyeongbok Palace which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Starfield COEX Mall

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.

Starfield COEX Mall

Activities

Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge

NZ$90
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

NZ$121
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Autumn Foliage in Mt. Seorak

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

NZ$164
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul

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

NZ$61
per adult
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
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2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul

NZ$51
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

NZ$3
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
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Our pick of the best Donam-dong Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$521 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
NZ$521
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Los servicios del hotel muy caros"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$256 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$256
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,747 reviews)
"Room carpets were stained and dirty"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

LOTTE City Hotel 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$310 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$310
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,982 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and breakfast was delicious!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$624 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$624
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"The executive lounge was great!"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Shilla 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$339 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$339
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (766 reviews)
"We loved staying here! The hotel is so clean and new feeling. The location is good to take a quick taxi or about a 20 minute walk to Myeongdong street. The property around the hotel looks like it was destroyed by a fire or something but they seem to be working on cleaning it up and there are nice ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE

4 out of 5
415 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$229 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$229
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,658 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE
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Other neighbourhoods around Donam-dong

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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 featuring art and interior views

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
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park featuring a city as well as a small group of people

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
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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
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
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(171 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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

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