Pil-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese wooden structure with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A traditional Korean temple with wooden structures and a modern building in the background.
A park with a gazebo, a pond, and a pathway.
A pathway through a forest with a mix of evergreen and deciduous trees, a person walking, and a building in the background.
A person performing an aerial stunt with a blue parachute in a park with a concrete fountain and spectators.

Stay near popular Pil-dong attractions

Namsangol Hanok Village

8.6/10 (50 reviews)
Enjoy a hands-on experience of Korean activities, lifestyles and traditions at this re-creation of a village from the Joseon Dynasty.
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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

NZ$65
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

NZ$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

NZ$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

NZ$90
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

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

NZ$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

NZ$16
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
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Our pick of the best Pil-dong Hotel Deals

Sejong Hotel

Sejong Hotel

4.5 out of 5
145, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$188 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$188
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,478 reviews)
"Sejong Hotel is very conveniently located in Myeongdong, which was probably the best part of our stay. It is easy to get around Seoul from here, and there are plenty of restaurants, shops and other things nearby. The hotel itself, however, feels quite old and dated. The rooms and common areas could ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Sejong Hotel
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$471 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$471
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Lotte Hotel World
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$233 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$233
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,004 reviews)
"Los ascensores fueron una pesadilla a toda hora, no había momento en que no haya que esperar demasiado para subir o bajar"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

4 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$225 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$225
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,281 reviews)
"The room was compact but if you’ve stayed at one of their hotels before, you’ll know the rooms are well layed out to maximise the space. I had a north facing room with a nice view of Gyeongbokgung Palace. The hotel had a convenience store next door and a stone throw away from Namdaemun market. Very ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hotel Gracery Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$129 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$129
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$142 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$142
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
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Our guide on where to stay in Pil-dong

Find the best Pil-dong areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Pil-dong Travel Guide

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