Yeoksam 1-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
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.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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.
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
Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Top hotels in Yeoksam 1-dong
Dormy Inn SEOUL Gangnam
"The staff was excellent! Absolutely loved the place"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam
"Great location,close to the train for walking for shopping, good food and safe area"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
LOOP Seoul Hotel Retreat by Anook Seoul Gangnam 1
"Using the self check in kiosk was a little confusing as a foreigner but the staff were very helpful when using the speaker on the kiosk. Check out was very easy :)"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"We have a family of 4, and we got a signature suite. That is a perfect decision. The suite is spacious enough for 4 large luggages lying on the floor opened. And we still have space to walk around, and a big table for 4 of us working on our laptops. The facility is very clean and well kept. And the ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"I like the cleanliness of the room and I love the water pressure in the tub/shower. Staffs at the reception desk were very helpful and friendly especially those in the morning shift. Special mention to Luna (Moon) and Daniel, they both went out of way to help us with our luggages. The security guard ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Glad Mapo
"Quite good experience with Mapo"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Yeoksam 1-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.
