Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide
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Visit Yeoksam 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.
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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 Yeoksam 1-dong
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam
Clean room, friendly staff and buffet was nice.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hotel Grammos
Clean room
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Yeoksam Artnouveau City Hotel and Residence
Room was clean. Wish they had more pillows. Staff was very nice in refilling my water and towels. Easy check in and out.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Seoul Gangnam
great
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam
Extraordinary stay at one of the top hotels in Seoul. Service is above and beyond. Food is superb and the corner rooms have the most stunning view of the city. Everything is absolutely perfect. Easy to walk to the main shopping area in Gangnam, lots of fabulous restaurants and also Lotte World Tower ...
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam
Old room
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yeoksam 1-dong
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.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
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.
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.
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Songpa-gu
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.
