Yeoksam 1-dong
Seoul
Visit Yeoksam 1-dong
Popular places to visit
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 charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
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 culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour from Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Yeoksam 1-dong Hotel Deals
Shilla Stay Gangnam Yeoksam
They had nice amenities.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Hotel Grammos
Clean room
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Yeoksam Artnouveau City Hotel and Residence
Room was clean. Wish they had more pillows. Staff was very nice in refilling my water and towels. Easy check in and out.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Josun Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seoul Gangnam
Exceptional service, staff and facilities.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Novotel Ambassador Seoul Gangnam
Old room
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. I appreciated their hospitality. The building was a bit old and looked a bit worn. However, the location was excellent. The staff were very friendly and made me feel very welcome.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Yeoksam 1-dong
Seocho-gu
Travelers choose Seocho-gu for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yangjae Station or Nambu Bus Terminal Station and check out top sights like KEPCO Art Center.
Gangnam-gu
Heavily concentrated wealth and high-end shopping areas like Apgujeong, COEX Mall, and Garosugil define this district. Explore Bongeun Temple and savor modern Korean cuisine at upscale restaurants near Park Hyatt Hotel.
Samseong-dong
Spend some time visiting places like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center while getting to know Samseong-dong, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station to see more of the area.
Seongsu-dong
If you're spending time in Seongsu-dong, check out sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.
Itaewon-dong
Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Mountain Park. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Songpa-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Lotte World while getting to know Songpa-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.
