Yangcheon-gu
Seoul
Visit Yangcheon-gu
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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)
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Yangcheon-gu
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
I booked a Premier Suite Twin for my friend and I. The room was super spacious and clean and included several wonderful amenities, such as a sanitization closet, in-suite laundry, and a freezer! The gym was clean and in good shape, and the hotel is well-located as well. Just a short walk from a subway ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Excellent hotel. Our room was clean and roomy. Loved access to amenities and bottled water anytime we needed. We chose the option to include breakfast and it was excellent. So many options and a great combination of Korean and North American food. Lots of vegetables and fruit. Would highly recommend ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Golden Tulip Incheon Airport Hotel & Suites
I had an excellent stay at the Golden Tulip! I was there for two days before I flew out of ICN after a couple weeks in South Korea, and it was 10/10! Breakfast in the morning was great; on Expedia your can’t add it on to the room beforehand but you can buy it at the front desk for 22000 won (about ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The room is nice sized and clean but the water pipe line makes so much noise and it disrupts my sleep at night. Other than that my stay was good.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 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 Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, 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.
