Yeokchon-dong
Seoul
Visit Yeokchon-dong
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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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 culturally rich area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Top hotels in Yeokchon-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
This property was very walkable to the markets and public transportation. The staff was very nice and kind. The breakfast was great simple but good.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Convenient location
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
체크인은 아주 빨랐어요. 처음 배정받은 방의 문을 열고 들어가니, 하수구 냄새같은 좋지 않는 냄새가 확 코를 찔렀고, 즉시 프론트에 컴플레인하니, 비교적 빨리 다른 방으로 배정해 주었어요. 새로 배정받은 방은 세탁물 냄새처럼 깨끗한 냄새가 났어요. 만족했어요.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Very comfortable stay in a signature suite...the washing machine and dryer were a major bonus...returning home with a suitcase full of clean clothes.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yeokchon-dong
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Bosingak Belfry while in the area.
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 Bosingak Belfry, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Yeokchon-dong
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Korea University
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Gwangjang Market
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Konkuk University
- Guro Digital Complex
- Ewha Woman's University
- Garosu-gil
- Gasan Digital Complex
