Gil-dong
Seoul
Popular places to visit
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 vibrant area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Full Day DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Top hotels in Gil-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Such a lovely way to start our adventure in Korea. The view was stunning, food amazing and the service kind and engaged.
Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The cleaning service is not very good!
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean and spacious room, very friendly staff. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Everything was good enough.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Most of the staff specifically the ladies were very friendly. Clean rooms, location.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Overall a great stay! Staff was very accommodating! I spoke some Korean, but even if I didn't, most of the check-in staff had no problem communicating in English. The laundry room was easy to use. The only headache I had was taking the correct subway exit to find the hotel. Online, it said 5, but ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gil-dong
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall.
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.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Kimchi Museum. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
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.
Gil-dong
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