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

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

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

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 culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

King Sejong The Great Memorial Hall

Things to do

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

S$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum

S$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
GyeongBokGung Palace

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

S$87
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
3rd Tunnel at DMZ

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

S$83
per adult
Small Group Tour to DMZ, Susp.Bridge&NKorea M. with Hotel Pickup
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

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

S$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
At JSA conference room

DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. Suspension Bridge

S$46
per adult
DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. 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 S$90 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
S$90
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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 S$75 per night from 10 May to 11 May
S$75
10 May - 11 May
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 Bukchon Hanok ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 21 Oct, 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 Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (408 reviews)
Laundry is cheap but it’s in the basement of the hotel and a bit awful smelling. The elevator is a tight fit. 7/11 downstairs is super convenient.

Reviewed on 7 Mar, 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 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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Noble Residence
THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

THE RECENZ Dongdaemun Hotel

3.5 out of 5
383 Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu Seoul
The price is S$71 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
S$71
27 Apr - 28 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 ...
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2.5 out of 5
238-1, Wangsan-ro Seoul Seoul
The price is S$49 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
S$49
27 Apr - 28 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! (89 reviews)
Very good location and convenience area .

Reviewed on 30 Mar, 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

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
Jung-gu

Jung-gu

4.5/5(265 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
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 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
Insa-dong

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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