Daehak-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Daehak-dong
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 Daehak-dong
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
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Clean Room, great location.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Room was great for our group stay.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
very good service and clean
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
This was the perfect option for a family friendly vacation. The views were stunning!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
We loved the hotel and the breakfast selection. The location was also central with easy access to transportation. Definitely a do-again!!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Daehak-dong
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.
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.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
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.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Daehak-dong Travel Guide
- Seoul National University
- Gyujanggak Library of Seoul National University
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Namdaemun Market
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- N Seoul Tower
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Hongik University
- Songdo Central Park
- Olympic Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Korea University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Goyang Stadium
- Caribbean Bay
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Songdo Convensia Convention Center
