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 charming cafes 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.
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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Nowon-gu
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
This property was very walkable to the markets and public transportation. The staff was very nice and kind. The breakfast was great simple but good.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Very nice People and great service this place
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
An amazing stay as always. Good location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
I enjoyed the hotel, nice sized room, a 24hr convenience store, washers and dryers, clean, the area around it isn't touristy but there's good drinking spots and food spots where locals go to.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nowon-gu
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.
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 Bosingak Belfry, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park 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 Bosingak Belfry while in the area.
Jung-gu
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street 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.
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.
Nowon-gu
- Geonyeong Omni Bowling Center
- Lotte World Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- N Seoul Tower
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Korea University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- The Garden of Morning Calm
- Seoul National University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Gwangjang Market
