Gwanghui-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people
Gwanghui-dong
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park showing markets as well as a small group of people
Dongdaemun Market showing interior views, markets and shopping
Dongdaemun Market showing street scenes, markets and night scenes

Popular places to visit

Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Join the masses who snap selfies every year at one of the most Instagrammed sites in South Korea, a UFO-like building that hosts a variety of events.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Migliore Mall

During your visit to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Migliore Mall. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Migliore Mall

Doota Mall

During your trip to Seoul, you can do some window-shopping at Doota Mall. While in this vibrant area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Doota Mall

Hyundai City Outlet

During your visit to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hyundai City Outlet. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hyundai City Outlet

Pyounghwa Market

During your visit to Seoul, you can enjoy retail therapy at Pyounghwa Market. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Pyounghwa Market

Goodmorning City

During your visit to Seoul, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Goodmorning City. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Goodmorning City

Things to do

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Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)

฿1,668
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
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Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option

฿1,634
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

฿2,981
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience

Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)

฿2,271
per adult
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)
Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour

Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour

฿2,566
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Alpaca World and Nami Island with Gangchon Rail Bike Tour
Seoul to/from Nami Island: Round-Trip Shuttle Service

Seoul to/from Nami Island or Alpaca World: Shuttle Service

฿724
per adult
Seoul to/from Nami Island or Alpaca World: Shuttle Service
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Top hotels in Gwanghui-dong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

4 out of 5
226, Jangchungdan-ro Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿3,367 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿3,367
฿3,703 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,080 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was spacious enough for a group of 3. The train station is literally in front of the hotel making it so convenient to get around. I would higly recommend this hotel when staying in Seoul."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
New Blanc Central Myeongdong

New Blanc Central Myeongdong

4 out of 5
20 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿2,935 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿2,935
฿3,229 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"Walls are a little thin but everyone's pretty quiet, make sure to double check room size, got a queen size bed in the smallest room, so there was hardly walking space especially after putting in our luggages. Just make sure to double check the size before booking, but if you're looking for an affordable ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

New Blanc Central Myeongdong
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences

5 out of 5
238 Euljiro, Jung Gu, Seoul, KR
The price is ฿6,149 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿6,149
฿6,764 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,115 reviews)
"I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which felt new and was very clean. The location was incredibly convenient, offering easy access to attractions and public transport. However, the surrounding area could be a bit cleaner, and there was an occasional sewage smell. I also noticed a bit of dust in ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Novotel Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun Hotels & Residences
Hotel PJ Myeongdong

Hotel PJ Myeongdong

4 out of 5
71, Mareunnae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿3,306 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,306
฿3,636 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Front desk and hotel staff were all very kind and helpful. The hotel was clean, and very close to the train station to easily get around the city. My family also really enjoyed their breakfast buffet!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hotel PJ Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿4,131 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,131
฿4,544 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,608 reviews)
"It’s literally 1 min from the subway station. And so easy to go anywhere! Great location!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿4,831 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿4,831
฿5,314 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,848 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel, attentive, friendly and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
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Other neighbourhoods around Gwanghui-dong

Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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.

Jung-gu
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a city

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.

Myeong-dong
Insadong showing art and interior views

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 Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-dong
Namdaemun Market which includes a city, street scenes and markets

Hoehyeon-dong

While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.

Hoehyeon-dong
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

Jongno-gu

Gwanghui-dong Travel Guide