Oryu-dong
Seoul
Visit Oryu-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 top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Full Day DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Top hotels in Oryu-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best ever !
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Room was great. Staff were very friendly. Our room was cleaned every day. Overall great experience
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Nice staff!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The staffs were nice and professional. Their service was great as well. The location of the hotel was close to everything that I wanted to do.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Room small, toilet seat small, theres a bad odour from the pipe it seems when tou get into thr reception. But with the price you pay i think its OK but if you like more convenience versus lower pay its your choice. The only good thing is the breakfast selection
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
We had a lovely time staying at the Westin. Our room was spacious and had the nice view of Hwangudan Altar. Every staff we met were polite and helpful. The beds were comfortable and we slept well every night. Breakfast had lots of varieties and tasted delicious. The location was very good with easy ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oryu-dong
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
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.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.