Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide

Seoul
Korea Furniture Museum featuring heritage elements

Popular places to visit

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Korea University

4/5(11 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Korea University during your travels in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Korea University
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Korea Furniture Museum

Join a guided tour of this private museum to visit a collection of traditional Korean homes decorated with a variety of furniture pieces.

Korea Furniture Museum
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Sungshin Women's University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Sungshin Women's University during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Sungshin Women's University
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Gilsangsa Temple

You can find out about the history of Seoul with a stop at Gilsangsa Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Gilsangsa Temple
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Jeongneung Royal Tomb

Learn about the local history of Seoul when you spend time at Jeongneung Royal Tomb. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Jeongneung Royal Tomb
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Korean Stone Art Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Korean Stone Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Korean Stone Art Museum

Things to do

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Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course

Rp1.020.013
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course
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Hidden places in Seoul that only Koreans visit, with a night tour

Rp1.376.207
Per adult
Hidden places in Seoul that only Koreans visit, with a night tour
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Making Korean Traditional and Trendy Cookie in Seoul

Rp1.221.577
Per adult
Making Korean Traditional and Trendy Cookie in Seoul
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Hike and Explore the Wonder of Mt. Bukhansan National Park

Rp5.396.587
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike and Explore the Wonder of Mt. Bukhansan National Park
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Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping

Rp850.465
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping
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DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp708.343
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
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Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu

Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group
Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group
3 out of 5
39, Dongsomun-ro 20na-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp975.189 per night from 30 May to 31 May
Rp975.189
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and room service. Popular attractions Bukchon Hanok Village and Myeongdong ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (707 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay here. Charlie was kind enough to let me keep my big suitcase while i went to Japan for a week. The hotel is very good value"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp1.856.606 per night from 29 May to 30 May
Rp1.856.606
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,989 reviews)
"Family friendly, central location I booked for 3 ppl and there’s enough room for all our luggages. I like the hallway in the room coz it gave us more space. The shower door seems not to stop the water from overflowing to the main bathroom so we used a towel to prevent from flooding. They have laundry ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The Shilla Seoul
The Shilla Seoul
5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp4.715.190 per night from 7 May to 8 May
Rp4.715.190
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"On this trip, I stayed at Lotte and then at Shilla. And then in Tokyo, I stayed at Imperial hotel. To jump to the conclusion, I would stay at Lotte on my next trip. The Shilla room was beautiful but not useful or functional. Not enough storage or drawers like Lotte. The best room was the Imperial ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

The Shilla Seoul
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp2.062.896 per night from 14 May to 15 May
Rp2.062.896
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,731 reviews)
"Overall, the hotel was great! Café was open at 7 AM called “Angel in us” Which came great breakfast options. The hotel was conveniently with a 7-Eleven, which is great for late night snacks when you get home. It was walking distance to the night markets of Myeongdong! Concierge was available 24 seven ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is Rp4.950.950 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp4.950.950
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this spa hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff were truly fantastic in helping us with every query and ensuring that our stay was enjoyable. The rooms were lovely, spacious and comfortable with phenomenal views"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp1.016.595 per night from 13 May to 14 May
Rp1.016.595
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Like everything about hotel except it could do with a little more space for wardrobe"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
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Other neighbourhoods around Seongbuk-gu

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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Dongdaemun-gu
Insadong showing art and interior views

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.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people

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.

Gwanghui-dong
Insadong showing shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

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.

Jung-gu
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide