Gocheok-dong
Seoul
Visit Gocheok-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 top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Korea DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall & Susp. Bridge
Top hotels in Gocheok-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Kind staff, great location, clean and spacious room.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
The Shilla Seoul
We loved our stay. If there were any complaints, it was that we could not stay longer.
Reviewed on 14 Oct, 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Room was clean... cleaning ends at 4pm though so make sure not to forget to press the button to Make Up Room
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
My second stay at this hotel. Everything perfect again. Location, room, cleanliness and staff. I can highly recommend
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Staff were all very kind. Location is amazing, walkable to many places. Was very quiet and clean as well.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Staff was very helpful, great views, and great restaurants. The location is arguably the best in Seoul.
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gocheok-dong
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
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.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Gocheok-dong
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanghwamun
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Songdo Central Park
- Hongik University
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Korea University
- Garosu-gil
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Goyang Stadium
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Guro Digital Complex
- Gwangjang Market
