Seocho-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

Seocho-gu featuring modern architecture, a river or creek and a bridge
Seocho-gu showing a high-rise building, a city and flowers
Seocho-gu which includes night scenes as well as a large group of people
Seocho-gu which includes a high-rise building, modern architecture and a city
Seocho-gu which includes a sunset, a high-rise building and modern architecture

This riverside district of Seoul is packed with exciting places for discovering South Korean culture, including museums, galleries and theatres.

Lying directly south of the Han River in Seoul, Seocho-gu, or Seocho district, is a small area of Seoul that has much to offer. With key arts establishments, great waterside views and varied shopping, this is an easy place to relax for an afternoon. Come on a sunny day and allow time to enjoy the area’s lovely green spaces once you are finished sightseeing.

Seoul is divided into 25 “gu” (administrative districts). Walk down any street on Seocho-gu and see the sky-high, ultra-modern buildings that are characteristic of the South Korean capital. Some of the country’s most famous brands, such as Samsung and Skin Food, have offices here. Amid the office blocks and streets bustling with businesspeople, the cultural scene of Seocho is flourishing.

The jewel of Seocho is the vast Seoul Arts Centre, which is divided into several areas devoted to different aspects of South Korean culture. Check the schedule at the Opera House, which seats 2,300 people. See everything from ballet to musicals to opera here. For a different musical experience visit the Music Hall, which has hosted the London Symphony Orchestra. In the Calligraphy and Hangaram Art Museums, discover South Korea’s rich traditions of handwriting and visual arts.

Another important cultural institution in Seocho is the National Gugak Centre, also sometimes known as the National Centre for Korean Traditional Performing Arts. The centre is devoted to preserving the rich traditional musical heritage of South Korea. See performances in its auditoriums or visit one of the exhibits hosted at various locations.

Visit the area before mid-afternoon on a Saturday to enjoy the lively atmosphere of Seocho Flea Market. This is a wonderful place to pick up unique souvenirs.

Come to Seocho-gu on a summer day to escape the city streets in green spaces such as Yangjae Citizens' Park. Seocho’s main station is on several lines and is easily accessible from most parts of the city.


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Top hotels in Seocho-gu

Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station

Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station

4 out of 5
427 Hyoryeong-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,093 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,093
฿3,402 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Upper-middle-level business hotel located close to Southern Seoul's corporate headquarters."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station
JW Marriott Hotel Seoul

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
176, Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿10,503 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿10,503
฿12,709 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (937 reviews)
"The checkin front desk team was especially helpful !! Also the spa staff was amazing"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
Orakai Cheonggyesan Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Orakai Cheonggyesan Hotel, BW Premier Collection

4 out of 5
1-7, Cheonggyesan-ro 9-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿2,921 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,921
฿3,213 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location near by subway station. Very calm area. Good hotel for rest."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Orakai Cheonggyesan Hotel, BW Premier Collection
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,197 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,197
฿4,617 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,642 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 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 ฿5,054 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿5,054
฿5,559 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (2,841 reviews)
Great value and hospitality
"It’s our second time staying at ENA. We had a great stay last time so we chose to stay here again. The front desk always greets you with a smile. There are two washer and dryers if you wanna do your laundry. Namdaemun is a convenient area for sightseeing so location is excellent. We like ENA!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,586 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,586
฿2,845 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"All's good."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
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Other neighbourhoods around Seocho-gu

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Gangnam-gu

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Gangnam-gu
Samseong-dong which includes interior views

Samseong-dong

Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall.

Samseong-dong
Seoul Forest which includes a park and a city

Seongsu-dong

While you're in Seongsu-dong, take in top sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.

Seongsu-dong
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Itaewon-dong

If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Olympic Park showing a city, a high-rise building and landscape views

Songpa-gu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.

Songpa-gu
War Memorial of Korea featuring signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Yongsan-gu

4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.

Yongsan-gu

Seocho-gu Travel Guide