Donghwa-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Donghwa-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 charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
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.
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 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.
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.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
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.
Activities
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul Street Food Market Tour
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Our pick of the best Donghwa-dong Hotel Deals
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Excellent facilities and location. Many local attractions"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Location"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Lotte Hotel World
"Great hotel. The best in Seoul."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Seoul Garden Hotel
"We had to wait 2 hours for checkin. I know the check in time is 3 pm, but there are always some rooms that are ready earlier. Then at 3pm there were many people checking in at the same time. I liked the location. Airport limusine in front of the hotel for 18000 won. one washing machine and one dryer ..."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
"Great place to stay in Seoul, right next to a subway station and it has plenty of food options in the area. The room was very spacious and the bathroom was a great size and the shower was perfect. The breakfast gets real packed in the morning, but a great array of options are delivered."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Donghwa-dong
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.
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.
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.
Dongdaemun-gu
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.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
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.
