Dongdaemun-gu

Seoul

F1HJ6B The Dongdaemun history and culture park in the east part of Seoul, South Korea
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.

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

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

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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HK$429
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HK$317
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Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

HK$440
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98% of travellers recommend
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HK$232
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HK$351
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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$264 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
HK$264
HK$293 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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 Lotte World are ...
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
Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

Boutique hotel k Dongdaemun

3 out of 5
341, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$218 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$218
HK$264 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
6.8/10 (399 reviews)
Clean room everyday of the stay, and staff was helpful for any questions I had!

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

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 Myeongdong ...
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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2.5 out of 5
238-1, Wangsan-ro Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$246 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$246
HK$274 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
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 Myeongdong ...
7.8/10 Good! (83 reviews)
Nice staff.

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

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Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel

Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
98, Cheonho-daero 83-gil, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is HK$297 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
HK$297
HK$368 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
Great place and unfortunate that my Korean is lacking to be able to thank them properly. Would and hope to go again.

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Borjomi Seoul Boutique Hotel
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is HK$386 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
HK$386
HK$430 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
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 Lotte World ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (511 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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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 Dongdaemun History and Culture Park 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)

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.

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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