Sogong-dong
Seoul
Visit Sogong-dong
Popular places to visit
Deoksugung Palace
The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.
Sungnyemun Gate
Admire the majesty of this towering historic gate and marvel at the stark contrast between this proud symbol of ancient Seoul and its ultra-modern surroundings.
Seoul Museum of Art
You can browse the exhibits at Seoul Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Chongdong Theater
Traditional, English-friendly Korean theatre is performed inside this contemporary space.
Agriculture Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Agriculture Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung during your travels in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NKDefector Talk & Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Sogong-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Friendly staff and the room was spacious!
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
The room was absolutely perfect. The staff were very courteous and extremely helpful. This is the second time that we have stayed there and it is still absolutely perfect.
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Great staff and room
Reviewed on 12 Feb, 2026
Fraser Place Namdaemun Seoul
The staff were very nice and helpful
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
very nice people
Reviewed on 5 Feb, 2026
The Stay Classic Hotel Myeongdong
Strangely, we could not find any cutlery in the kitchenette. What we found absolutely ridiculous was that we were charged for leaving oir luggage for a few hours beyound our checkout time in a locker. NO HOTEL does that.
Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sogong-dong
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
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.
Pil-dong
While you're in Pil-dong, take in top sights like Namsangol Hanok Village and jump on the metro at Chungmuro Station to see more of the city.
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.
