Ssangmun-dong
Seoul
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Popular places to visit

Lotte World
Enjoy the excitement at Lotte World and see why people love this amusement park in Seoul. Check out 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out 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.

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.

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.

N Seoul Tower
This Seoul landmark can be seen from miles around and offers the finest panoramas of the city.
Things to do

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)

From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour

Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
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Other neighbourhoods around Ssangmun-dong

Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Changdeokgung Palace or Insa-dong and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Insa-dong
Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.

Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gyeongbokgung Palace and Sejong Cultural Center. 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 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
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Lotte World Tower
- N Seoul Tower
- Gwanghwamun
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Hyundai Department Store
- Yonsei University
- Gwangjang Market
- Guro Digital Complex
- Namsan Mountain Park
- National Museum of Korea
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Ewha Woman's University
- Seoul Olympic Stadium
- Yeouido Hangang Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral