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 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

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

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

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

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 Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus

฿409
per adult
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,363
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island

Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island

฿2,205
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Mt Seorak Hike with Naksansa Temple or Nami Island
Seoul Night Tour

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

฿1,463
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

฿1,788
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

฿59
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Seoul: South Korea Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
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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 ฿4,772 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
฿4,772
฿5,249 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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! (3,150 reviews)
Excellent second stay at the hotel. Chose this hotel as great first time experience and even better second time. Staff were extremely helpful in many aspects. Breakfast staff were wonderful. Excellent location and easy access to transport. Thank you. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿6,629 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
฿6,629
฿8,021 total
15 Dec - 16 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! (1,001 reviews)
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is ฿3,525 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
฿3,525
฿3,877 total
17 Dec - 18 Dec
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! (2,800 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

LOTTE CITY HOTEL 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 ฿3,866 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿3,866
฿4,253 total
1 Dec - 2 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! (893 reviews)
Very comfortable stay in a signature suite...the washing machine and dryer were a major bonus...returning home with a suitcase full of clean clothes.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

4 out of 5
76, Chungjeong-ro, Seodaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿3,182 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿3,182
฿3,500 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,689 reviews)
An amazing stay as always. Good location

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ฿3,555 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿3,555
฿3,910 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,115 reviews)
The staff at check in and breakfast were extremely helpful. The room was absolutely amazing. Definitely loved the shower. I was on the 10th floor in this stay (stayed at another Shilla location) and the view was beautiful. Especially at night. Breakfast buffet was okay considering the region and ...

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
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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 Dongdaemun History and Culture Park 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
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

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.

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