Irwon-dong
Seoul
Visit Irwon-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.
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.
Things to do
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
South Korea: COEX Aquarium Admission Ticket
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Irwon-dong Hotel Deals
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The hotel looks new, smells great and is in a great location, 12 minutes walk to myeongdong street, 5 minutes walk to the stream, many restaurants around yet the hotel is located away from the noise. They clean the rooms every day. Every room has a fridge and stove which was great. I would stay there ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Rooms are on the small side but are well appointed. Service is good. Breakfast is better outside. Try the hangover soup. very delicious
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The hotel is very conveniently located near Namdaemun market, subway station. It’s far away enough to be more quiet and less crowded, making if more pleasant to wake up to or come back to after a long day out.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
air condition
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The location is great and staff is very helpful. The breakfast has a great variety of foods.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Irwon-dong
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.
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.
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 Gangnam-daero.
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.
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 Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
