Hwagok-dong
Visit Hwagok-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
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Myeongdong Street during your visit to Seoul. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
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.
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.
Things to do
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
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: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Top hotels in Hwagok-dong
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Other neighbourhoods around Hwagok-dong
Gangseo-gu
Gangseo-gu is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Magongnaru Station or Sinbanghwa Station to explore sights like LG Arts Centre.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Lotte World
- Lotte World Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Namdaemun Market
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Songdo Central Park
- Korea University
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Yonsei University
- Guro Digital Complex
- Gwangjang Market
- Ewha Woman's University
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Hotels Near Hwagok-dong
- Gangseo-gu Hotels
- Yangcheon-gu Hotels
- Mok-dong Hotels
- Deungchon-dong Hotels
- Balsan-dong Hotels
- Sinwol-dong Hotels
- Sinjeong-dong Hotels
- Hwagok 6-dong Hotels
- Ujangsan-dong Hotels
- Deungchon 3-dong Hotels
- Hwagok 1-dong Hotels
- Sinwol 1-dong Hotels
- Sinjeong 4-dong Hotels
- Deungchon 2-dong Hotels
- Hwagok 4-dong Hotels
- Hwagok 2-dong Hotels
- Mok 4-dong Hotels
- Sinwol 2-dong Hotels
- Sinwol 4-dong Hotels