Bulgwang-dong Travel Guide
Visit Bulgwang-dong
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 culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
Gwanghwamun
Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.
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.
Activities
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Bulgwang-dong Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Bulgwang-dong
Jongno-gu
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-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Changdeokgung Palace or Insa-dong, 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 Bosingak Belfry while in the area.
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.
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.
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Gwanghwamun
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Korea University
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Seoul City Hall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Gwangjang Market
- Seoul National University