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 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.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has risen up from the ashes more than once and today, it's one of Seoul's finest examples of traditional Korean architecture.
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.
Activities
Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Our pick of the best Sinsa 1-dong Hotel Deals
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Excellent hotel and huge room
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Shilla Seoul
We loved our stay. If there were any complaints, it was that we could not stay longer.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Room a little on the small size, view of the park from window was nice. Otherwise good stay overall. Personal touches allowed us to store our luggage temporarily since we had a late flight.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Well appointed suite, suitable for a family of 4.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Didn't try breakfast, as there are many restaurants around the area. Staff are frienfly snd helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
excellent service, gym and tennis center keep me returning
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
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 Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. 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.
Sinsa 1-dong Travel Guide
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanghwamun
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Hongik University
- Seoul National University
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Goyang Stadium
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Yeouido Hangang Park
