Gocheok-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gocheok-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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More
Our pick of the best Gocheok-dong Hotel Deals
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
A truly enjoyable stay at ENA Suite Seoul. We’ve been going back to this same hotel a few times every year . The room is spacious and comfortable, making it easy to relax after a long day out. Housekeeping is impeccable — the team always does a wonderful job keeping everything neat and fresh throughout ...
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Clean room and great location
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The room was very big for a family of 4 adults, very comfortable, it has a washing machine and a dryer. The rooms were clean, except the toilet was not, the staff responded promptly to come up to clean it. Will definitely recommend this hotel to family and friends. The staff Ms Kim was very helpful, ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Great location! I really recommend this hotel. Like the flexibility to check in and the lockers in case you need to enjoy Seoul for some extra hours.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Royal Hotel Seoul
Great spacious, quiet room with lounge access which includes tea, coffee, snacks. The Grand restaurant was also excellent where I had 2 lunches & 1 breakfast. It is a convenient location to shopping & street food, which looked good but I did nit try since I don't like eating standing up. Will stay ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gocheok-dong
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.
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 Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
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.
Gocheok-dong Travel Guide
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Gwanghwamun
- Hongik University
- Songdo Central Park
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
