Sogong-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Sogong-dong

Popular places to visit

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Deoksugung Palace

4.5/5(37 reviews)

This may be the smallest of Seoul's Five Grand Palaces but it has a big soul and a mix of western and eastern architecture.

Deoksugung Palace
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Sungnyemun Gate

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Admire the majesty of this towering historic gate and marvel at the stark contrast between this proud symbol of ancient Seoul and its ultra-modern surroundings.

Sungnyemun Gate
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Seoul Museum of Art

You can browse the exhibits at Seoul Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Seoul Museum of Art
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Chongdong Theater

Get a taste of traditional Korean theatre in this English-friendly reconstruction of a Western-style venue.

Chongdong Theater
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Agriculture Museum

Rich with history, Agriculture Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Agriculture Museum
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Lotte World

4/5(31 reviews)

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 vibrant area.

Lotte World

Activities

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DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge

NZ$113
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
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Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Half Day Walking Tour

NZ$43
Per adult
Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Half Day Walking Tour
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Seoul: Ancient Palaces and Scenic Points Walking Tour

NZ$178
Per adult
Seoul: Ancient Palaces and Scenic Points Walking Tour
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Paju DMZ : Imjingak Park, Camp Greaves, Peace Gondola Day Tour

NZ$176
Per adult
Paju DMZ : Imjingak Park, Camp Greaves, Peace Gondola Day Tour
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Seoul Spectrum: Walking Through Korea's Rich Heritage

NZ$70
Per adult
Seoul Spectrum: Walking Through Korea's Rich Heritage
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Korea's Must-See: Painters & Rail Bike & Nami & Petite France

NZ$134
Per adult
Korea's Must-See: Painters & Rail Bike & Nami & Petite France
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Our pick of the best Sogong-dong Hotel Deals

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$138 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$138
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I really loved this hotel! It was in a great location (walking distance to plenty of restaurants and shopping stores) and it was right next to the airport limousine stop! The room and bathroom was clean. Also, having the bidet was nice. They have a coin laundry within the hotel and they stored my ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$208 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$208
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,078 reviews)
"Best location"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The Westin Josun Seoul
The Westin Josun Seoul
5 out of 5
106, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$551 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$551
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great seevice"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

The Westin Josun Seoul
Ramada Hotels & Suites Seoul Namdaemun
Ramada Hotels & Suites Seoul Namdaemun
3.5 out of 5
27, Chilpae-ro, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$170 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$170
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (515 reviews)
"Good facilities. Good position being a straightforward walk from Seoul Station and close to City Hall with accessibility across the city."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Ramada Hotels & Suites Seoul Namdaemun
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$551 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$551
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were truly fantastic in helping us with every query and ensuring that our stay was enjoyable. The rooms were lovely, spacious and comfortable with phenomenal views"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$250 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$250
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,765 reviews)
"Awesome!"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
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Other neighbourhoods around Sogong-dong

Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

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.

Hoehyeon-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

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

Jongno-gu
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

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.

Myeong-dong
Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-dong
Insadong showing art and interior views

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

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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.

Jung-gu

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