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

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
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

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.

Gilsangsa Temple

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

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 culturally rich area.

Jeongneung Royal Tomb

Seoul Bowling Alley

You can enjoy the entertainment at Seoul Bowling Alley during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Seoul Bowling Alley

Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,317
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

฿395
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
K-pop Tour

K-pop Tour

฿3,237
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
K-pop Tour
Seoul Night Tour

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

฿1,462
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: Jasmil Baseball Stadium Game Ticket with Dinner/Beer

Seoul: Jamsil Baseball Stadium Game Ticket with Dinner&Beer

฿2,633
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Jamsil Baseball Stadium Game Ticket with Dinner&Beer
Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage

Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage

฿1,343
per adult
Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour: Jangtaesan Autumn Foliage
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Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿3,565 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
฿3,565
฿3,921 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,191 reviews)
Clean room and accommodating staff.

Reviewed on 11 Dec 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 ฿2,031 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
฿2,031
฿2,234 total
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,858 reviews)
Hotel was conveniently located, suite was spacious and pleasing, checking in and out was a breeze and staff were polite and prompt. However, due to yhe woody nature of the bathroom, it emitted some odor after the 3rd day of my 5-night stay. Brownie points for having netflix available for the ...

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿3,190 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
฿3,190
฿3,509 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (958 reviews)
The room is very spacious. Great for family with kids. Very clean. Washing machine n dryer are extra useful especially during winter periods. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿2,947 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
฿2,947
฿3,242 total
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,814 reviews)
This is my second time staying here and I love it!

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,058 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
฿6,058
฿7,330 total
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
Royal Hotel Seoul

Royal Hotel Seoul

4.5 out of 5
61, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿3,567 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
฿3,567
฿3,924 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,233 reviews)
Room was great. King size bed was comfy but not too much room to move around the actual room. Daily replenishing of water was a nice touch. Breakfast was ample and served on the 21st floor with a beautiful view of the city.

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Royal Hotel 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 Bosingak Belfry, 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 Bosingak Belfry while in the area.

Insa-dong
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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.

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

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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

Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide