Daehangno

Seoul

Sungkyunkwan University uses the name of the old royal Confucian academy (Romanized as Seonggyungwan, though Sungkyunkwan is an alternative ad-hoc Romanization and used for the university's name). It was the official academy of the Neo-Confucian Joseon Dynasty, founded in 1398, and its modern incarnation as a university dates back to 1946. Currently, Sungkyunkwan University is affiliated with the Samsung Business Group. Its curriculum remains Confucian, and it is often at the forefront of movements to oppose and undo modern liberal social reforms, such as the 2008 change to the vital records registry that replaced old Confucian family census registers with a more modern one (and eliminated special rights reserved for "head of household," a status only married men were eligible for) as well as the 2005 marriage law changes that eliminated the ban on marriage between people of same surnames (the ban was a major headache in a country that is 22% Kim and 45% Kim/Lee/Park). Sungkyunkwan's school motto is Humanity, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom (仁義禮智/인의예지), which would better be translated to "Pursue Truth and Embody Social Justice."

Popular places to visit

Scenic park at downtown of Seoul, South Korea

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.

Lotte World
Myeongdong shopping street at night in Seoul. Seoul, South Korea, 2015.

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.

Myeongdong Street
Dongdaemun Market which includes night scenes, a city and street scenes

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center featuring signage

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.

COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
Lotte World Tower showing a skyscraper

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.

Lotte World Tower
Traditional Korean style architecture at Bukchon Hanok Village in Seoul, South Korea.

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 family-friendly area.

Bukchon Hanok Village

Things to do

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

HK$430
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

HK$391
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

HK$326
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

HK$441
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

HK$508
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

HK$367
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
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Top hotels in Daehangno

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is HK$1,413 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
HK$1,413
HK$1,579 total
22 Apr - 23 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,181 reviews)
Stayed for 7 nights Inconsistent Make up Room. First attempt of Make up Room - Did not empty the rubbish bin in the room 2nd Attempt of Make up Room - Given new towel but did not clear dirty towels Tea bag and sachet coffee not top up

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is HK$1,408 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
HK$1,408
HK$1,549 total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,968 reviews)
The room was clean and neat at all times, hotel staff are polite and able to converse in English therefore no issue.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$2,420 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
HK$2,420
HK$2,928 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Nice hotel near the airport. The downside is that there isn't many venues within walking distance.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Grand Hyatt Seoul
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$1,625 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$1,625
HK$1,787 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,361 reviews)
I stayed with my family of three kids and we had an incredible time. Staff was so nice and location was great! So may good options and close to transportation. We enjoyed our stay so much.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is HK$518 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$518
HK$575 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,791 reviews)
Affordable hotel in an excellent location.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$834 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
HK$834
HK$929 total
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,026 reviews)
Location was convenient enough to several major attractions. Room was clean, everything functioning as expected. Great water pressure for shower.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
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Other neighbourhoods around Daehangno

Injeongjeon Hall at Changdeokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea

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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
I came across the Jungbu dried fish market quite by accident, and it was exactly that..a huge market selling mostly dried fish. Many vendors were giving away free samples. I thought it was good, tasting kind of like beef jerky!

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.

Euljiro-dong
Insadong featuring shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-dong
I didn't go inside the plaza, but was intrigued by this giant silver jelly bean of a building.

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.

Gwanghui-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(265 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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.

Jung-gu
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Statue of Sejong the Great and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

Daehangno

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