Whether you're a traveling creative or just someone who appreciates the arts, a day trip to National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung will be sure to delight. Take a notebook along for the journey and feel inspired by the varied works on exhibit.

This Jung-gu collection of precious artworks is an interesting place to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to experience in the vicinity, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, and National Museum of Korea. Wander around at your leisure at National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Deoksugung before hitting up these other fine sights.

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Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel

Myeong-dong

per person

Aug 20 - Aug 25

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)

8.6/10 Excellent! (152 reviews)

Pretty much the same as Step Inn 1. They are in the same building and i believe use the same floors (I stayed on the same floor during both stays.) Very nice and clean! My only con was the mattress was a little too firm for my taste. Great location to shopping and the night market right on the street was great for snackies.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Sejong Hotel

Jung-gu

per person

Aug 25 - Aug 31

found 18 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Seoul (ICN)

8/10 Very Good! (1,270 reviews)

Although the property is old, the room was kept very clean and the location was excellent

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Myeongdong Merlin Hotel

Jung-gu

per person

Aug 20 - Aug 25

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Seoul (ICN)

7.2/10 Good! (176 reviews)

Great location. Good value for the money.

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

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