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

You can study the exhibits at Korea Furniture Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Korea Furniture Museum
Lotte World

Lotte World

4/5(66 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Lotte World
Myeongdong Street

Myeongdong Street

4.5/5(26 reviews)

When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.

Myeongdong Street
Lotte World Tower showing a skyscraper

Lotte World Tower

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Lotte World Tower is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lotte World Tower
Dongdaemun Market showing street scenes, markets and nightlife

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

4.5/5(83 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park, a popular green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Dongdaemun History and Culture Park

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 3.835.625 ₫ per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
3.835.625 ₫
4.219.188 ₫ total
24 Nov - 25 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.438.244 ₫ per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
5.438.244 ₫
6.580.274 ₫ 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 2.867.422 ₫ per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
2.867.422 ₫
3.154.164 ₫ 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 3.145.203 ₫ per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
3.145.203 ₫
3.459.723 ₫ 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 2.508.994 ₫ per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
2.508.994 ₫
2.759.893 ₫ total
8 Dec - 9 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
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
415 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu Seoul
The price is 3.405.063 ₫ per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
3.405.063 ₫
3.745.569 ₫ total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,699 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE HOTELS
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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

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