Donam-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 culturally rich 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 charming cafes in this culturally rich area.

Myeongdong Street
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
Dongdaemun Market showing street scenes, markets and nightlife

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center

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.

COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
Bukchon Hanok Village

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.

Bukchon Hanok Village

Things to do

Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

฿1,625
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

฿409
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,363
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island

Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island

฿2,205
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island
Seoul Night Tour

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

฿1,463
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

฿59
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
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Top hotels in Donam-dong

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿4,743 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿4,743
฿5,217 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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! (3,086 reviews)
Everything was very clean and well- maintained. The staff were dignified and courteous, very helpful, and spoke English well. The pool was really nice and the fact that it was open long hours was a huge plus for me

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,220 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
฿4,220
฿4,643 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (2,781 reviews)
Clean Room, great location.

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
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 ฿3,532 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿3,532
฿3,886 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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! (839 reviews)
Room was great for our group stay.

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
415 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,925 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
฿3,925
฿4,318 total
11 Dec - 12 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,679 reviews)
very good service and clean

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿6,835 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
฿6,835
฿8,270 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The Staff was very helpful, great views, and great restaurants. The location is arguably the best in Seoul.

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

4 out of 5
76, Chungjeong-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿3,519 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿3,519
฿3,870 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,711 reviews)
Perfect location to go around Seoul. Clean room and kind staff. Recommended

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Donam-dong

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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Dongdaemun-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 Gwangjang Market, 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
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
Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-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
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

Jongno-gu

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