Banghak-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Banghak-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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul: Jamsil Baseball Stadium Game Ticket with Dinner&Beer
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage
Top hotels in Banghak-dong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Good location , friendly staff and clean comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Hotel was conveniently located, suite was spacious and pleasing, checking in and out was a breeze and staff were polite and prompt. However, due to yhe woody nature of the bathroom, it emitted some odor after the 3rd day of my 5-night stay. Brownie points for having netflix available for the ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The room was fine, but strange. We had a 2 bedroom suite. The master bedroom was partitioned by glass, so there was no privacy. The second bedroom had no door. The kitchen area was nicely appointed and they had outlets that fit USA plugs and USB charge ports. The workout room was nice. Elevators ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Good location, 3 blocks from the Myeongdong market. Room was clean. Service was good
Reviewed on 5 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
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Clean room and great staff and amenities
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banghak-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.
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.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
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.
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.
Banghak-dong Travel Guide
- Lotte World
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Hongik University
- Seoul City Hall
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Korea University
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- The Garden of Morning Calm
- Seoul National University
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Gwangjang Market
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Seoul Olympic Stadium
- Yonsei University
- National Museum of Korea
- Apgujeong Rodeo Street
- Garosu-gil
- Ewha Woman's University
Hotels Near Banghak-dong, Seoul
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- Gangbuk-gu Hotels
- Dobong-gu Hotels
- Ui-dong Hotels
- Chang-dong Hotels
- Sanggye-dong Hotels
- Ssangmun-dong Hotels
- Sanggye 10-dong Hotels
- Banghak 1-dong Hotels
- Dobong 1-dong Hotels
- Ssangmun 1-dong Hotels
- Sanggye 8-dong Hotels
- Dobong 2-dong Hotels
- Chang 5-dong Hotels
- Chang 4-dong Hotels
- Banghak 3-dong Hotels
- Ssangmun 2-dong Hotels
- Banghak 2-dong Hotels
- Ssangmun 4-dong Hotels
