Bulgwang-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

Photo by Eunmi Park
Photo by Eunmi Park

Popular places to visit

Lotte World

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.

Lotte World
Myeongdong Street

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.

Myeongdong Street
Namdaemun Market which includes street scenes, a city and markets

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.

Namdaemun Market
Lotte World Tower showing a skyscraper

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.

Lotte World Tower
Gyeongbok Palace featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Starfield COEX Mall

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.

Starfield COEX Mall

Things to do

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

Rp733.260
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
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DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp712.154
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

Rp213.646
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)

Rp583.275
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
South Korea: Discover Seoul Pass

South Korea: Discover Seoul Pass

Rp1.033.230
per traveller
South Korea: Discover Seoul Pass
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Rp865.020
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge
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Top hotels in Bulgwang-dong

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp3.429.831 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
Rp3.429.831
Rp4.150.095 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Los servicios del hotel muy caros"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp2.702.496 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
Rp2.702.496
Rp2.972.746 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,026 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable room, very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp5.835.857 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
Rp5.835.857
Rp6.419.442 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"We loved our stay. If there were any complaints, it was that we could not stay longer."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

The Shilla Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.566.540 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
Rp2.566.540
Rp2.823.194 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,772 reviews)
"Generally all staff were polite and smiley faces ."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp2.362.384 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp2.362.384
Rp2.598.622 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (782 reviews)
"5 stars"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
415 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp2.334.343 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp2.334.343
Rp2.567.777 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,663 reviews)
"The best experience ever for us in South Korea! Highly recommend and will visit again!"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
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Other neighbourhoods around Bulgwang-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 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.

Jongno-gu
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 Gwangjang Market, 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
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
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Mapo-gu

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

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.

Mapo-gu
Deoksugung Palace showing a garden as well as a small group of people

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.

Sogong-dong
Hongdae which includes outdoor art, street scenes and a 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.

Hongdae

Bulgwang-dong Travel Guide