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

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Kyunghee University, during your trip to Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Kyunghee University

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

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

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies

University of Seoul

Explore the campus of University of Seoul during your stay in Seoul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

University of Seoul

Gyeongdong Market

During your trip to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dapsimni Antiques Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dapsimni Antiques Market

King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall

You can spend time exploring the galleries in King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich 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

CA $75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
GyeongBokGung Palace

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

CA $93
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum

Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum

CA $49
per adult
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

CA $41
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
3rd Tunnel at DMZ

Small Group Tour to DMZ, Susp.Bridge&NKorea M. with Hotel Pickup

CA $89
per adult
Small Group Tour to DMZ, Susp.Bridge&NKorea M. with Hotel Pickup
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

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

CA $89
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
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Dongdaemun-gu Hotel Deals

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel

2 out of 5
8 Janghan-ro 21-gil Seoul
The price is CA $80 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
CA $80
CA $88 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Nov 16, 2025

Dongdaemun Signature Tourist Hotel
Mangrove Sinseol

Mangrove Sinseol

2 out of 5
22, Wangsan-ro, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is CA $77 per night from May 10 to May 11
CA $77
CA $85 total
May 10 - May 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a business center. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Bukchon Hanok ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Oct 21, 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 WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (410 reviews)
Not a bad place but a good distance from main locations like Hongdae. Lots of traffic noises at night

Reviewed on Apr 11, 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 WiFi, 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 Jun 28, 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 CA $70 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
CA $70
CA $78 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 CA $51 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
CA $51
CA $56 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Bukchon ...
8/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
Very good location and convenience area .

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Dongdaemun-gu

Gwanghui-dong

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
Seongsu-dong

Seongsu-dong

If you're spending time in Seongsu-dong, check out sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.

Seongsu-dong
Jung-gu

Jung-gu

4.5/5(209 area reviews)

Travelers love Jung-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market.

Jung-gu
Euljiro-dong

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 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

If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Insa-dong

Insa-dong

Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.

Insa-dong

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