Hwanghak-dong
Seoul
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
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
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Top hotels in Hwanghak-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Very clean and modern hotel. Staff were excellent as well as the amenities. Loved having a washer and dryer in our room, it made the long trip we had much more comfortable and homey.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Clean room, cleans everyday
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Clean room, friendly staff. Close to the metro train station and markets. Do take note that there is a bit of a hill to get to the hotel if going by foot with luggage.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Nice
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Clean room, good location
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hwanghak-dong
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
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.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
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.
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