Ssangmun-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ssangmun-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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
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Other neighbourhoods around Ssangmun-dong
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.
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 Jogyesa Temple, 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.
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.
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.
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.
- Lotte World
- Myeongdong Street
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Lotte World Tower
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Gwanghwamun
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Hongik University
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Korea University
- Hyundai Department Store
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Seoul National University
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Gwangjang Market
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Apgujeong Rodeo Street
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- The Garden of Morning Calm