Songpa-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Songpa-gu
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.
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.
Olympic Park
Go to “Olpark” in Seoul to visit a sports museum, attend a pop concert, watch South Korea’s top athletes perform or enjoy a long walk in its Eco Park.
Lotte World Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Lotte World Mall. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Seoul Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Seoul Olympic Stadium during your trip to Seoul. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Jamsil Baseball Stadium
Catch an event at Jamsil Baseball Stadium during your trip to Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
South Korea: Lotte World Tower
DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. Suspension Bridge
Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Top hotels in Songpa-gu
Lotte Hotel World
We wanted to watch Netflix of our account(this hotel doesn't provide any) on the TV in the room, but all three different staff members attending to the matter, they were unable to implement a solution after a significant delay.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Pharos Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Signiel Seoul
Staying at the hotel is an experience unto itself in Seoul. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Housekeeping is not doing good job of cleaning all of recycled bottles either not picking them up or pick up the wrong thing. They can go for many days not doing it. When they did, they are mistaking and trashing a pair of expensive Birkenstock shoes instead.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Property location is 10/10, which is the best part about this hotel. The rooms are extremely tiny, no amenities, the elevator is very slow and requires a long wait most of the time. The breakfast is on the 27th floor which provides nice views, but the selection isn’t great and the coffee machine ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
The staff and kind helpful and friendly. Made a luxurious stay warm and homey
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Songpa-gu
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 COEX Convention and Exhibition Center.
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.
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.
Yeoksam 1-dong
While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheran-ro, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.
Seocho-gu
Consider a visit to KEPCO Art Center 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.
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.
