Hongje 1-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hongje 1-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 vibrant 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.
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 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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Our pick of the best Hongje 1-dong Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Hongje 1-dong
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Lotte World Tower
- N Seoul Tower
- Gwanghwamun
- Starfield COEX Mall
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Seoul City Hall
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Olympic Park
- Hongik University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Korea University
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Gwangjang Market
- Hyundai Department Store
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Department Store
- Dongdaemun Market Mall