Yangcheon-gu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Yangcheon-gu
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 top-notch restaurants 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 vibrant 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More
Our pick of the best Yangcheon-gu Hotel Deals
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best ever !
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
部屋は清潔で、過剰なサービスはありません。泊まった部屋は大型冷蔵庫、オーブンレンジ、シンクが備わっていて、スーパーで購入して食べることができます。ホテルのエントランスを出てすぐと、ホテルの向かいにもコンビニがあり便利です。徒歩5分くらいで3路線の地下鉄駅があるので、どこに行くのも便利でした。
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The location was good as it was near key tourist areas. It is easily accessible from airport via train or airport limousine bus. The room was big and spacious with 2 kings size beds. The bathroom, shower and toilet were decent size and clean. A decent size gym with small swimming pool. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Great hotel close to bus stops, and a lot of restaurants. They also have a restaurant in the hotel that offers daily breakfast and lunch buffet at a good price. I would certainly stay at this hotel again.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The staffs were nice and professional. Their service was great as well. The location of the hotel was close to everything that I wanted to do.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Great staff for checkin and the maid was very nice. She went out of her way to provide us with fresh towels! Thank you for the lovely stay!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yangcheon-gu
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.
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.
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.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall 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.
