Junggok 1-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Junggok 1-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 top-notch restaurants 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 vibrant 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.
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.
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 Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour
Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More
Our pick of the best Junggok 1-dong Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Other than a long check in, everything was spectacular.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The room was amazingly spacious with all amenities provided. There was also a private washing machine. The staff treated our belongings with care and were very friendly. The hotel was also close to many restaurants and eats, and a 20min walk to Myeongdong shopping street (also very accessible to ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern hotel. Everything we needs in an affordable price in centre of city.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Una buena habitación, buen baño, todo muy limpio, excelente ubicación
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
The staff were so kind and helpful. Great English for foreign tourists.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Junggok 1-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.
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.
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 COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Songpa-gu
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
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.
