Daechi 2-dong Travel Guide
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Visit Daechi 2-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.
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 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.
Starfield COEX Mall
During your visit to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Starfield COEX Mall. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Top hotels in Daechi 2-dong
GLAD Gangnam COEX Center
Very clean and Great location
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Good aspects: Clean room, separate bedrooms, refrigerator, balcony, gym, temperature control, close to subway and attractions Not so good aspects: no toothpaste or hand lotion,
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The property is well located in the Myeodong area. Subway is like 5 mins walk. Lots of places to eat around the area. Quite convenient. The hotel is clean and modern. Room is comfortable. Room size is sufficient. I would come back again.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best hotel in Korea
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Very nice hotel in a convenient location.clean room and comfortable bed.breakfast was okay.not much option but good. Reception was nice and ready to help.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Pros: Generally a nice stay with clean rooms. Staff were kind and helpful. Luggage storage in the lobby was awesome because they had lockers. Cons: Pillows were a bit hard and the drain made a lot of noise (mildly disruptive while sleeping). Lots of options for breakfast but the food was a little ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Daechi 2-dong
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.
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.
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 Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
