Hwayang-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hwayang-dong
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 top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Activities
Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Our pick of the best Hwayang-dong Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Los servicios del hotel muy caros
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Excellent hotel and huge room
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Shilla Seoul
We loved our stay. If there were any complaints, it was that we could not stay longer.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Didn't try breakfast, as there are many restaurants around the area. Staff are frienfly snd helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Well appointed suite, suitable for a family of 4.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Excellent!!!!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hwayang-dong
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office 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.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
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.
Hwayang-dong Travel Guide
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanghwamun
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Hongik University
- Seoul National University
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
