Cheongunhyoja-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
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Popular places to visit
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.
Gwanghwamun
Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.
Blue House
Blue House is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
National Palace Museum of Korea
You can study the exhibits at National Palace Museum of Korea, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
National Folk Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Folk Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Cheongwadae Sarangchae
Take the family on an outing to Cheongwadae Sarangchae during your trip to Seoul. 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
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Cheongunhyoja-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Decent hotel, rooms are fairly small and the washrooms are very tight. Overall decent stay and would stay again for the view and neighborhood.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
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Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great location. Can walk to namdaemun and get all types of tasty treats. Lots of restaurants all around. The pork neck bone soup restaurant next door is 😘. Laundry machines accepts credit card so very convenient.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Great location . Nearby the airport bus 50 meters, nearby Meyundong shopping and nightlife area . Breakfast is superior!!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Highly recommended! We will check in again if we will be back in Korea :)
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cheongunhyoja-dong
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and Gwanghwamun Square. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
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.
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.
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.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
