Seongbuk-dong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A collection of wooden trunks and boxes with metal clasps and hinges.
A traditional Korean gate with intricate patterns, leading to a wooden building with tiled roofs.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami mats, wooden furniture, and calligraphy art.
A close-up of a wooden structure with a metal bracket.
A traditional Korean courtyard with wooden buildings, a stone pond, and well-maintained greenery.

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A traditional Japanese building with tiled roofs and wooden structures.

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.
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Activities

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

NZ$67
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

NZ$92
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Suspension Bridge

Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

NZ$102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge

NZ$110
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum

NZ$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

NZ$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
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Our pick of the best Seongbuk-dong Hotel Deals

Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved everything about it!"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

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HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$241 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$241
7 July - 8 July
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! (1,642 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, especially for our larger group needing multiple rooms. We did take advantage of adding breakfast on and was not disappointed. There were variety of options each day. Hotel staff are amazing!!!!!"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Lotte Hotel World

Lotte Hotel World

5 out of 5
240, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$518 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$518
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,492 reviews)
"Extreme clean room. The location is very good. You can find anything you want from fruit to luxury."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Lotte Hotel World
Glad Mapo

Glad Mapo

3.5 out of 5
92, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu Seoul Mapo
The price is NZ$246 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$246
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Quite good experience with Mapo"

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Glad Mapo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is NZ$115 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$115
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,757 reviews)
"Tiny room for big guy"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is NZ$314 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$314
20 July - 21 July
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,606 reviews)
"Great to have a 1 bedroom suite with the kids. The staff were accommodating for an extra hour for checkout. Laundry facilitates downstairs were very efficient. Elevators were working better than many other hotels we have stayed at. The pool and gym hours could be longer."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
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Our guide on where to stay in Seongbuk-dong

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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Seongbuk-dong Travel Guide

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