Banghwa 1-dong Travel Guide
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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 charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Banghwa 1-dong
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
The cleaning staff were exceptional. My room was on the 12th floor, shout out to the cleaning staff for doing an amazing job. Overall staff was great. With Accor brands I usually stay at Pullmans, this was a great choice.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Everything was very clean and well- maintained. The staff were dignified and courteous, very helpful, and spoke English well. The pool was really nice and the fact that it was open long hours was a huge plus for me
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
very good service and clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Room was great for our group stay.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Clean Room, great location.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
This was the perfect option for a family friendly vacation. The views were stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banghwa 1-dong
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Banghwa 1-dong Travel Guide
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Namdaemun Market
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Hongik University
- N Seoul Tower
- Songdo Central Park
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Korea University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Olympic Park
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Port of Incheon
- Yonsei University
- Apgujeong Rodeo Street
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Seoul National University
- Ewha Woman's University
- Guro Digital Complex
- Konkuk University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
