Irwon 1-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Irwon 1-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 top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Top hotels in Irwon 1-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean room, friendly staff, no issues, helped with taxi onwards, nice pool and gym facilities
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Room a little on the small size, view of the park from window was nice. Otherwise good stay overall. Personal touches allowed us to store our luggage temporarily since we had a late flight.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Loved the room. Close to subway. Great staff. There is construction in the area so it's not a great view but that didnt affect our stay and we will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Staff were all very kind. Location is amazing, walkable to many places. Was very quiet and clean as well.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The Staff was very helpful, great views, and great restaurants. The location is arguably the best in Seoul.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
This is the second time for us, and I will definitely choose it again as it's very convenient and the hotel staff are just amazing!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Irwon 1-dong
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall.
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.
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.
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.
Seongsu-dong
While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
Irwon 1-dong Travel Guide
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Hongik University
- Olympic Park
- Korea University
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Caribbean Bay
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Guro Digital Complex
- Apgujeong Rodeo Street
