Sogong-dong Travel Guide

Seoul
Sogong-dong

Popular places to visit

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Deoksugung Palace

4.5/5(50 reviews)

The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.

Deoksugung Palace
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Sungnyemun Gate

4/5(19 reviews)

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.

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

Seoul Museum of Art
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Chongdong Theater

Traditional, English-friendly Korean theater is performed inside this contemporary space.

Chongdong Theater
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Agriculture Museum

Rich with history, Agriculture Museum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Agriculture Museum
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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 family-friendly area.

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung

Things to do

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Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping

Rp850.465
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping
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DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge

Rp1.079.317
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert

Rp1.515.374
Per adult
Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert
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Best 2 Days Guided DMZ and Seoul City Tours from Seoul

Rp1.700.930
Per adult
Best 2 Days Guided DMZ and Seoul City Tours from Seoul
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Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Half Day Walking Tour

Rp413.200
Per adult
Seoul: Deoksugung Palace Half Day Walking Tour
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Alpaca World Tour with Nami Island & optional Railbike or Garden

Rp1.351.466
Per adult
Alpaca World Tour with Nami Island & optional Railbike or Garden
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Top hotels in Sogong-dong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp1.372.711 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
Rp1.372.711
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Modern interiors and great location within walking distance (~10min to lotte malls and Myeong-Dong shopping street. The room had temperature control and a window which opened up to let fresh air in. The breakfast Buffett looked great and reasonably priced for a hotel. Beds were comfy and housecleaning ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp1.851.025 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
Rp1.851.025
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,026 reviews)
"Well maintained and clean hotel c.a. 10 mins walk away from Seoul station. We're allowed to check-in early and staff was generally quite attentive during our stay. The area where the hotel is located a bit bland in terms of restaurants and entertainment options, but given the proximity to public ..."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The Westin Josun Seoul
The Westin Josun Seoul
5 out of 5
106, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp4.230.914 per night from 16 May to 17 May
Rp4.230.914
per night
16 May - 17 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I stayed at Josun many times. It is always pleasant to stay here."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

The Westin Josun Seoul
Ramada Hotels & Suites Seoul Namdaemun
Ramada Hotels & Suites Seoul Namdaemun
3.5 out of 5
27, Chilpae-ro, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.511.806 per night from 19 May to 20 May
Rp1.511.806
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
7.8/10 Good! (507 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel for a good price in downtown Seoul close to many attractions which are walkable from the Hotel including the mail Seoul Station. Best Buffet breakfast in a 3 week trip through Asia and it has a view from the 24th floor."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Ramada Hotels & Suites Seoul Namdaemun
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is Rp5.053.592 per night from 19 May to 20 May
Rp5.053.592
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff were truly fantastic in helping us with every query and ensuring that our stay was enjoyable. The rooms were lovely, spacious and comfortable with phenomenal views"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp2.232.982 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
Rp2.232.982
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
"Very clean, awesome staffs"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
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Other neighbourhoods around Sogong-dong

Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

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.

Hoehyeon-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

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.

Myeong-dong
Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people

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
Insadong showing art and interior views

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 Jogyesa Temple, 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
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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

Sogong-dong Travel Guide