Seowon-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Seowon-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.
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.
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.
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
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour
Our pick of the best Seowon-dong Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean room
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean and modern hotel with an excellent gym and close to train station. Cafe and convenience store at the bottom of the building. Odd room design - one room had no door, the other room had a clear glass sliding door so not much privacy if you’re booking the 2 bedroom with friends.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Clean and convenient location
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Shilla Seoul
Staying on the executive floor give you access to exquisite food that you will not find in any other hotel executive lounge. You don’t even have to go to dinner at night after attending happy hour in the lounge. Everything is so elegant and the staff is so attentive. Best executive lounge ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Lotte Hotel Seoul
All is perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seowon-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.
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.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
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.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
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.
