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.
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 family-friendly 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket
Small Group DMZ tour with Susp. Bridge,Airsoft Shooting,NK museum
Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"It was a great stay. It had everything you need for a lengthy stay"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Glad Mapo
"Quite good experience with Mapo"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
"very clean and nice"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Nice hotel, very conveniently located. The only issue is the tiny room but that’s normal in a city like Seoul"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
"Great for kids, large room"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Seongbuk-gu
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
