Wolgye 1-dong Travel Guide
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Visit Wolgye 1-dong
Popular places to visit
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
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 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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Wolgye 1-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great breakfast and service provided by the hotel. The locations was also great.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Staff
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Room was well-equipped and had a large fridge with a washing machine and a dryer. So convenient to wash and dry clothes. Room was very spacious with an accessible balcony. Staff was gracious and check-in and check-out were a breeze.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Royal Hotel Seoul
The place is worth staying
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Lotte Hotel World
모든 게 만족스러웠습니다.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wolgye 1-dong
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.
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.
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 Bosingak Belfry, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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.
Insa-dong
Insa-dong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Insa-dong and Bosingak Belfry while in the area.
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.
