Yeokchon-dong Travel Guide
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Top hotels in Yeokchon-dong
![Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42263000/42262918/97bde113_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
![Grand Hyatt Seoul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21727/7b2bd65b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21520000/21518500/21518483/2b6295d7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2024
![Lotte Hotel Seoul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445300/445260/c3e401c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2024
![LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12615800/12615733/4f522439_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2024
![Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27800000/27793700/27793623/5d7ab6ba_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Yeokchon-dong
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Seodaemun-gu
Consider a visit to Yonsei University Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seodaemun-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Muakjae Station or Hongje Station.
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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 which includes outdoor art, street scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30280-Hongdae-Young-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trickeye Museum, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
![Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250483-Gwangjang-Traditional-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
![Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/249000/249996-Insadong.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Insadong showing art and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30261-Insadong.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
- Lotte World
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- Gwanghwamun
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Seoul City Hall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Olympic Park
- Yeonsei University
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Soraepogu Fish Market
- National Museum of Korea
- Seoul Olympic Stadium