Yeokchon-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Yeokchon-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 vibrant 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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. 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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket
Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour
Top hotels in Yeokchon-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"We stayed in bldg B and it was nice. Had enough space for our needs. washer/dryer & some commonly used kitchen items which was good. There was also a clothes steamer which we used a few times to remove the wrinkles. Close to subway , location was good to get to tourists spots. A/C was very cold which ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Had an amazing experience here. A slight 18 min walk to Myeongdong shopping district but close to subway and a lot of restaurants. The R.ena Italian restaurant on the 2nd floor is the so tasty. You gotta try it. If you're staying there you get a discount. Hotel Ena, is a def stay again. A stones ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Glad Mapo
"Quite good experience with Mapo"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
"very clean and nice"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Nice hotel, very conveniently located. The only issue is the tiny room but that’s normal in a city like Seoul"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Yeokchon-dong
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
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.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
