Yangcheon-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Yangcheon-gu
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
N Seoul Tower
This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
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
South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket
Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
Top hotels in Yangcheon-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Everything about our stay was amazing."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"The room had plenty of closet space. What I like the most is that there was a full washer and dryer. There 2 convenient stores, restaurants etc. Breakfast was very nice with an assortment of dishes"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Lotte Hotel World
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"I like that they have a laundry room. Close to transportation and restaurants."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Golden Tulip Incheon Airport Hotel & Suites
"Convenient and close to the subway station and airport for an early flight. Plenty of food choices around."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Yangcheon-gu
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.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
