Suyu 1-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Suyu 1-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.

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.

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.
Things to do

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

DMZ Past and Present: Korean Demilitarized Zone Tour from Seoul

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

Seoul DMZ Tour with 3rd Tunnel and Red Suspension Bridge

[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Top hotels in Suyu 1-dong

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great breakfast and service provided by the hotel. The locations was also great.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Very kind staff and clean room. Very modern facilities.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The hotel was beautiful and very quiet. First hotel I couldn’t hear any neighbors. The room was spacious and having a full kitchen and washer/dryer in the unit made it so convenient.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Royal Hotel Seoul
The place is worth staying
Reviewed on 24 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

Lotte Hotel World
모든 게 만족스러웠습니다.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Suyu 1-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.

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.

Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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.
