Dongdaemun-gu

Seoul

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: -
Loved walking down along the stream...so cool and quiet compared to the city streets just feet above.
The stream in the middle of Seoul..it's literally right in the middle of heavy-trafficked roads, It's such a nice escape from the busy streets.
Lantern festival in November

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

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

Seoul Folk Flea Market

During your trip to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Seoul Folk Flea Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Seoul Folk Flea Market

Things to do

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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
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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)
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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
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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 Dongdaemun-gu

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 21-gil Seoul
The price is HK$393 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
HK$393
HK$432 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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$520 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
HK$520
HK$582 total
15 Apr - 16 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! (180 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Mangrove Sinseol
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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THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is HK$373 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
HK$373
HK$417 total
31 Mar - 1 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (516 reviews)
The staff were courteous, the rooms were clean, and the stay was comfortable. The hotel is conveniently located, close to a subway station, and has a convenience store and some restaurants nearby.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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2.5 out of 5
238-1, Wangsan-ro Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$220 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
HK$220
HK$247 total
31 Mar - 1 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! (84 reviews)
The staff felt kinda hostile. Don't plan on returning there.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

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Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon

Billz Hotel Dongdaemoon

2 out of 5
103 Jeonnong-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is HK$310 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
HK$310
HK$341 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street are located ...
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Other neighbourhoods around Dongdaemun-gu

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
Seoul Forest showing a bridge and a park

Seongsu-dong

While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.

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

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 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
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
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
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

Dongdaemun-gu

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