Gongneung 1-dong Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
DMZ Full Day Tour with Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Top hotels in Gongneung 1-dong
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Other neighbourhoods around Gongneung 1-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-dong
While you're in Jongno-dong, take in top sights like Changgyeonggung Palace or Insa-dong, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jongno 3-ga Station or Anguk 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.
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.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in 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.
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- N Seoul Tower
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Hongik University
- Olympic Park
- Korea University
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 2
- Seoul National University
- Hyundai Department Store
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Yeonsei University
- Guro Digital Complex
- Ewha Woman's University