Sinsa 1-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sinsa 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Our pick of the best Sinsa 1-dong Hotel Deals
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The room was nice and big and clean. Very accessible to the train stations. Walking distance to Myeongdong. The convenience stores and restaurants nearby are so convenient and restaurant food were great. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
They have everything you need. Location was excellent. Close to the market but not in it. Close ton everything else. The restaurants in the area are really good!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
We enjoyed our 4 night stay at ENA Suite Hotel. The hotel is centrally located wh easy access to metro and bus stations. The hotel staffs were very friendly and helpful. There are several restaurants within walking distance. The hotel's location is very convenient.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Lotte Hotel World
Services are excellent
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sinsa 1-dong
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Statue of Sejong the Great and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while 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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
