Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Seongbuk-gu
Popular places to visit
Korea University
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 vibrant area.
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.
Gilsangsa Temple
After visiting Gilsangsa Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 family-friendly area.
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.
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 culturally rich area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Suwon Hwaseong+Gwangmyeong Cave+Starfield Library from Seoul
Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Other than a long check in, everything was spectacular.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Great hotel in overall! Very nice, calm and clean with friendly staff. There are a lot of great restaurants near by and the hotel is centrally located for Seoul visits. The airport KAL bus and City Hall metro (exit 9) is next to the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Clean room and courteous staffs. Great location!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Great location, close to all main visit point, good breakfast with lots of variety, kind staffs, good service
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
The Westin Josun Seoul
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Amazing hotel that is very well situated for the many great sights and sounds of Seoul! Amazing customer service, room delivery, breakfast, and room cleaning. 1. Love the 2 free water bottles stocked in the room everyday. 2. The breakfast is totally worth it. Love all of the options. 3. Several bus ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seongbuk-gu
Dongdaemun-gu
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.
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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
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.
Euljiro-dong
While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Jung-gu
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street 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.
