Balsan-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Balsan-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 charming cafes 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.
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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage
Top hotels in Balsan-dong
Mayfield Hotel Seoul
good location for airport transit
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Excellent second stay at the hotel. Chose this hotel as great first time experience and even better second time. Staff were extremely helpful in many aspects. Breakfast staff were wonderful. Excellent location and easy access to transport. Thank you. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 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 CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Everytging was perfect
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
체크인은 아주 빨랐어요. 처음 배정받은 방의 문을 열고 들어가니, 하수구 냄새같은 좋지 않는 냄새가 확 코를 찔렀고, 즉시 프론트에 컴플레인하니, 비교적 빨리 다른 방으로 배정해 주었어요. 새로 배정받은 방은 세탁물 냄새처럼 깨끗한 냄새가 났어요. 만족했어요.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Very comfortable stay in a signature suite...the washing machine and dryer were a major bonus...returning home with a suitcase full of clean clothes.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Balsan-dong
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
Balsan-dong Travel Guide
- Lotte World
- Lotte World Tower
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Songdo Central Park
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Korea University
- Olympic Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Gwangjang Market
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Yonsei University
- Port of Incheon
- Songdo Convensia Convention Center
- Guro Digital Complex
- Ewha Woman's University
