Balsan-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Balsan-dong
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
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Suwon Hwaseong+Gwangmyeong Cave+Starfield Library from Seoul
Top hotels in Balsan-dong
Mayfield Hotel Seoul
They should offer airport shuttle since the location of the hotel is way to far to the stores.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
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
Check in and check out was incredibly fast and easy. There are two convent stores near by, one in the building and a GS25 across the street. Perfect location, only a 5 min walk from the subway. Room was clean and service was perfect. I’d recommend this stay for anyone who wants to be near Myeongdong ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Everything was great. Helpful and polite staff. Great location. Walking distance from attractions, restaurants, and City Hall subway station.
Reviewed on 17 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
Other neighbourhoods around Balsan-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.
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.
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.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
