Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

Korea Furniture Museum featuring heritage elements, a park and a fountain
Korea Furniture Museum featuring heritage elements
Seongbuk-gu
Korea Furniture Museum which includes a small town or village
Korea Furniture Museum

Popular places to visit

Korea University

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 University
Korea Furniture Museum featuring heritage elements, a park and a fountain

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

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

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

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

Gansong Art Museum

You can study the exhibits at Gansong Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Gansong Art Museum

Things to do

Seoul Unveiled: Untold Stories and Lost Histories

Seoul Unveiled: Untold Stories and Lost Histories

Rp995.520
per adult
Seoul Unveiled: Untold Stories and Lost Histories
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

Rp897.600
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

Rp1.289.280
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Starfield Suwon : Day Tour

Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave

Rp1.142.400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Starfield Library Suwon+Hwaseong Fortress+Gwangmyeong Cave
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour

Rp493.680
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ, 3rd Tunnel and Optional Suspension Bridge Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option

Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option

Rp821.875
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami, Petite France, Italian Village, Railbike Option
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Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp2.081.352 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp2.081.352
Rp2.289.487 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,608 reviews)
"It’s literally 1 min from the subway station. And so easy to go anywhere! Great location!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp2.436.987 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp2.436.987
Rp2.680.686 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,848 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel, attentive, friendly and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp1.284.984 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp1.284.984
Rp1.413.482 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,638 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the theme room with the Line friends. So cute! The room was spacious. The hotel is close to Myeongdong."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
The price is Rp1.252.863 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp1.252.863
Rp1.378.149 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Good service by the staff to assign room away from construction noise. Good location for food and transport to malls and airport."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is Rp1.272.134 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.272.134
Rp1.399.347 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,683 reviews)
"I like it alot"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is Rp3.914.757 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp3.914.757
Rp4.736.857 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Love the pool. But it was closed every time I wanted to swim. From 12 - 1:30pm every day."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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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 Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu

Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide