Sangbong 1-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sangbong 1-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 charming cafes 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.

Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Activities

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush

Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge

Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage
Our pick of the best Sangbong 1-dong Hotel Deals

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
This was a nice hotel. Daniel was very helpful to our family. The other staff were very helpful and courteous. I would visit this hotel again.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Everytging was perfect
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Location was really convenient
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
One of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. The signature suite room is equipped with pretty much everything you need. The washer & dryer really helped out a lot. Foreign exchange is available on a machine located in the lobby. Good staff and greaf location.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Room was spacious and staff was excellent. Great spot to park if you bring a vehicle.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sangbong 1-dong

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.

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.

Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park 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.

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 Bosingak Belfry, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Bosingak Belfry while in the area.
Sangbong 1-dong Travel Guide
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- Gwanghwamun
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
