Hwanghak-dong
Seoul
Visit Hwanghak-dong
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 charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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
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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Top hotels in Hwanghak-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Daily house cleaning wasn’t maintained properly. Floors were not cleaned up. Bathroom was not washed. Room were dusty. First impression was good. Subsequent nights were disappointing."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Stayed 4 nights in a standard double. Skipped breakfast as so many other options were n the doorstep. Rooms are very specious, modern, clean and well equipped. 3+ english speaking tv channels. Bit of noise disturbance from other guests in corridor of a night but other than that no issues. On sight ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Glad Mapo
"Quite good experience with Mapo"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
"very clean and nice"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Very clean and great location. Close to all major attractions. Staff very kind. However, the room is very small and the bed is on the hard side."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Hwanghak-dong
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.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
