Gaebong 1-dong Travel Guide
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 top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Starfield COEX Mall
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Starfield COEX Mall, a favourite shopping spot in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Gaebong 1-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 Trickeye Museum, 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 Namdaemun Market and Deoksugung Palace, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- N Seoul Tower
- Gwanghwamun
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Korea University
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Songdo Central Park
- Seoul National University
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Gwangjang Market
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza