The Sejong Hotel
The beautiful panoramic view of Namsan and a spendid view od downtown,

Namdaemun Market

It is a typical conventional market and is known to be the best in Korea, with over 10,000 stores in all sizes starting from Sungnyemun.
It sells local products, daily necessities, groceries and medical supplies.
It is well loved by not only Koreans but also tourists from other countries and is a must-see tourist attraction.

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Address
49 Namchang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul
Public transportation
Line 4 Hoehyeon Station Exits 5, 6
Distance from the hotel
924M

Directions from the hotel

  • 15-minute walk
  • Take subway from Line 4 Myeong-dong Station --> Get off at Hoehyeon Station (1 station)

Dongdaemun Market

Famous for being Seoul's most desirable shopping destination,
Dongdaemun Market is a must-see tourist attraction for tourists who visit Korea, with a history of more than 40 years.
Established around Cheonggyecheonno, Dongdaemun Market has approximately 30,000 stores.
You can also look around traditional markets such as Pyounghwa Market, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex and Shinpyunghwa Market,
where you can also find famous, time-honored restaurants.
There are also large shopping malls such as Migliore, Doosan Tower and Freya Town where you can see diverse events on the outdoor stage such as
performances and dance contests.

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Address
Euljiro 6-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
Public transportation
Line 4 Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station Exit 10
Distance from the hotel
2.42km

Directions from the hotel

  • Take subway from Line 4 Myeong-dong Station --> Get off at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station (3 stations)

Gyeongbokgung(Palace)

It is the royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty founded in King Taejo Year 4 (1395).
It represents the historical core of Seoul and is the grandest palace of the Joseon era.
Gyeongbokgung is the largest among the five palaces located nearby.
Inside, you can see items and facilities related to the state affairs of the King and his officials, the living spaces of the royal family, and the backyard spaces for rest and recreation.
Following these central spaces of the palace connecting Gwanghwamun - Heungryemun - Geunjeongmun - Geunjeongjeon - Sajeongjeon - Gangnyeongjeon - Gyotaejeon, you can get a sense of the royal culture from the geometrical and symmetrical building structures and spaces.

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Address
1-1 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Public transportation
Line 3 Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5
Distance from the hotel
2.87km

Viewing Guide

Opening Hours
  • Closed Every Tuesday
  • anuary~February 9 a.m. ~ 5 p.m (last admission at 4 p.m.)
  • March~May 9 a.m. ~ 6 p.m (last admission at 5 p.m.)
  • June~August 9 a.m. ~ 6:30 p.m (last admission at 5:30 p.m.)
  • September~October 9 a.m. ~ 6 p.m (last admission at 5 p.m.)
  • November~December 9 a.m. ~5 p.m (last admission at 4 p.m.)
Entrance Fee
  • Adult (ages 19 ~ 64) : \3,000 / \2,400 (10 persons or above)
  • Children (18 and below): Free (foreigners: \1,500/ \1,200: 10 persons or above)

Directions from the hotel

  • Take subway from Line 4 Myeong-dong Station --> Transfer at Chungmuro Station to Line 3 --> Get off at Line 3 Gyeongbokgung Station (5 stations)

Cheonggyecheon(Stream)

Cheonggyecheon, flowing across the city of Seoul, is a must-see tour course.
There are bridges in diverse shapes and the history and culture of Seoul comes to life in various places along the trail, showing off modern beauty.

A sense of harmony is created with brilliant lights and sculptures, and Cheonggyecheon will make for a refreshing experience as you journey through this complicated city.

Homepage
Address
Changsin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Public transportation
Line 4 Dongdaemun Station Exits 5, 6
Distance from the hotel
2.54km

Directions from the hotel

  • Take subway from Line 4 Myeong-dong Station --> Get off at Line 4 Dongdaemun Station (3 stations)

Seoul Namsan

Surrounding the city of Seoul, Namsan has cable cars, N Seoul Tower, Namsan Library, and Namsan Botanical Garden, and it is well loved as the largest urban park in Seoul. There are many trails in Namsan for you to enjoy as you stroll through the woods.

Seoul Namsan

  • Surrounding the city of Seoul, Namsan has cable cars, N Seoul Tower, Namsan Library, and Namsan Botanical Garden, and it is well loved as the largest urban park in Seoul. There are many trails in Namsan for you to enjoy as you stroll through the woods.

Namsan Cable Car

  • It is a cultural complex in Seoul where you can relax and enjoy various cultural experiences. It is the heart and symbol of Seoul, where you can look down at the most beautiful scenes of Seoul at a glance. In harmony with the 'light art' in which colors and patterns change at night with the use of brilliant lights, you can enjoy diverse media arts and the unique culture.
  • Address: Hoehyeon-dong 1-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
  • Directions from the hotel: Take Yellow Bus 02 (Toegyero 3-ga Hanok Village Korea House stop --> Get off at the National Theater of Korea --> 10-minute walk
  • Distance from the hotel: 3.17km

An Outing to the Green Forest in the City

  • If you walk out of the hotel main gate, enter Myeong-dong Station Exit 10, get out at Exit 1 on the opposite side, and walk toward Namsan for 10 minutes, you will find Namsan Cable Car. The fee for the Cable Car is 8,500 for a round trip and \6,000 one way, and it runs from 10 a.m to 11 p.m.