Donghwa-dong
Seoul
Visit Donghwa-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 vibrant 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
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
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 been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic 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 culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
Top hotels in Donghwa-dong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Step Inn Myeongdong 1
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Donghwa-dong
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
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.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the 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.
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.
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Korea University
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Gwangjang Market
- Yeouido Hangang Park