Junghwa-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

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 vibrant 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 culturally rich 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

Rp897.600
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp709.216
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
[Android NFC Only] Seoul Mobile Transit Card – Subway & Bus

[Android NFC Only] Seoul Mobile Transit Card – Subway & Bus

Rp126.643
per adult
[Android NFC Only] Seoul Mobile Transit Card – Subway & Bus
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

Rp212.765
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
South Korea: Discover Seoul Pass

South Korea: Discover Seoul Pass

Rp1.011.840
per traveller
South Korea: Discover Seoul Pass
From Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Heroes Suspension Bridge

From Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Heroes Suspension Bridge

Rp807.840
per adult
From Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Heroes Suspension Bridge
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Top hotels in Junghwa-dong

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 Rp2.111.754 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.111.754
Rp2.322.929 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (2,603 reviews)
"Close to everything. Laundry facilities were in good working order"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp2.509.300 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp2.509.300
Rp2.760.230 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (2,824 reviews)
Cost efficient stay
"Clean, equipped enough, a convenient location, great accessibility - a cost efficient stay"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
The price is Rp1.196.549 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.196.549
Rp1.316.204 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good service by the staff to assign room away from construction noise. Good location for food and transport to malls and airport."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp1.367.487 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.367.487
Rp1.504.236 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,670 reviews)
"The Splaisir Sotetsu Myeongdong is simply unbeatable when it comes to location. Nestled right in the heart of Myeongdong, it offers immediate access to the vibrant shopping streets, countless dining options, and excellent transportation links — everything is just a few steps away. Limousine bus stop ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
The Shilla Seoul

The Shilla Seoul

5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp4.786.641 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp4.786.641
Rp5.265.305 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property with exceptionally friendly staff and excellent food. The location is perfect, very convenient and easy to get around. We truly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

The Shilla Seoul
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 Rp1.583.815 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.583.815
Rp1.742.197 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (536 reviews)
"The hotel is in an up and coming area and so the view included a construction site but the hotel is great. Very clean and location was really good. Our room was amazing, very spacious. It was helpful to have a washer, dryer and air dresser. My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Hotel the Botanik ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
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Other neighbourhoods around Junghwa-dong

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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(7 area reviews)

You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Cheonggyecheon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.

Dongdaemun-gu
Seoul Forest which includes a park and a city

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.

Seongsu-dong
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong
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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.

Euljiro-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.

Jung-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 Jogyesa Temple, 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

Junghwa-dong Travel Guide