Jagok-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 vibrant 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
Namdaemun Market which includes street scenes, a city and markets

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.

Namdaemun Market
Gyeongbok Palace featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
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
Starfield COEX Mall

Starfield COEX Mall

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Starfield COEX Mall

Things to do

Picture 18 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)

฿1,678
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Starfield Suwon : Day Tour

Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave

฿2,285
per adult
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
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Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option

฿1,897
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
Picture 10 for Activity Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

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

฿1,077
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Visit

Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

฿240
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

฿2,611
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
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Top hotels in Jagok-dong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,113 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿4,113
฿4,524 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,573 reviews)
"Excellent location, central to many tourist areas of Seoul. Offers room with 2 beds, however rooms were very small."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿4,607 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿4,607
฿5,068 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (2,818 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿3,385 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿3,385
฿3,724 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,616 reviews)
"Loved the location, myeongdong market is about 10-15 min walk, surrounding areas with restaurants and stores nearby. Rooms well cleaned. Will definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿2,514 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,514
฿2,765 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,667 reviews)
"good location, easy access for checkin-out. I would like to stay there again overall"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿8,626 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿8,626
฿10,437 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Love the pool. But it was closed every time I wanted to swim. From 12 - 1:30pm every day."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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 ฿3,491 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿3,491
฿3,840 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
"Great property but next to large construction site."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
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Other neighbourhoods around Jagok-dong

Olympic Park showing a city, a high-rise building and landscape views

Songpa-gu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.

Songpa-gu
Samseong-dong which includes interior views

Samseong-dong

Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall.

Samseong-dong
Seocho-gu featuring modern architecture, a river or creek and a bridge

Seocho-gu

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Gangnam-daero and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seocho-gu. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station.

Seocho-gu
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Gangnam-gu

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Gangnam-gu
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Yeoksam 1-dong

While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.

Yeoksam 1-dong
Seoul Forest which includes a park and a city

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.

Seongsu-dong

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