Dongdaemun-gu

Seoul

Cheonggyecheon canal near Dongdaemun district, Seoul, South Korea
Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park in Dongdaemun district on Jun 18, 2017 in Seoul city, South Korea
Seoul, South Korea - April, 2025: View of Dongdaemun district and Heunginjimun Gate at night.
F1HJ6B The Dongdaemun history and culture park in the east part of Seoul, South Korea
Seoul Dongdaemun Gate and Traffic in Seoul, South Korea; Shutterstock ID 681322945; Purchase Order: -

Popular places to visit

The fountain In front main building of Kyunghee university campus in Seoul.

Kyunghee University

Explore the campus of Kyunghee University during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Kyunghee University

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

Walk around the campus at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies during your stay in Seoul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

Gyeongdong Market

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gyeongdong Market. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Gyeongdong Market

Dapsimni Antiques Market

During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dapsimni Antiques Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dapsimni Antiques Market

University of Seoul

Enjoy the student vibe at University of Seoul as part of your travels around Seoul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

University of Seoul

King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall

Things to do

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

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

HK$431
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$313
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
GyeongBokGung Palace

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

HK$532
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

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

HK$509
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$294
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
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Top hotels in Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 21-gil Seoul
The price is HK$523 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
HK$523
HK$576 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
7.2/10 Good! (10 reviews)
Ok stay. Hotel a little dated, it is located on a good bus route. 20 mins to the markets we wanted to visit. Really good affordable restaurants in the area. Would have liked to stay abit more central but then we wouldn't have eaten at local great places. Would have liked bigger towels and a kettle ...

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel
Mangrove Sinseol

Mangrove Sinseol

2 out of 5
22, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is HK$626 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
HK$626
HK$699 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a business centre. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Mangrove Sinseol
Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

3 out of 5
341, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (407 reviews)
Laundry is cheap but it’s in the basement of the hotel and a bit awful smelling. The elevator is a tight fit. 7/11 downstairs is super convenient.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun
Noble Residence

Noble Residence

2.5 out of 5
197, Muhak-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
Stay at this guesthouse in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Bukchon ...
6.4/10 (44 reviews)
you get what you pay for. Excellent Cost to just come in and sleep

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

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Noble Residence
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is HK$389 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
HK$389
HK$432 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and COEX Convention ...
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2.5 out of 5
238-1, Wangsan-ro Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$263 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
HK$263
HK$294 total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Bukchon ...
8/10 Very Good! (88 reviews)
Very good location and convenience area .

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

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