Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Korea Furniture Museum which includes heritage elements

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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Gilsangsa Temple

You can find out about the history of Seoul with a stop at Gilsangsa Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Gilsangsa Temple
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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 family-friendly area.

Jeongneung Royal Tomb
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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

Activities

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Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course

NZ$107
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course
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Hidden places in Seoul that only Koreans visit, with a night tour

NZ$144
Per adult
Hidden places in Seoul that only Koreans visit, with a night tour
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Making Korean Traditional and Trendy Cookie in Seoul

NZ$128
Per adult
Making Korean Traditional and Trendy Cookie in Seoul
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Hike and Explore the Wonder of Mt. Bukhansan National Park

NZ$566
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike and Explore the Wonder of Mt. Bukhansan National Park
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Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip

NZ$93
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip
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DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

NZ$74
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
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Our pick of the best Seongbuk-gu Hotel Deals

Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group
Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group
3 out of 5
39, Dongsomun-ro 20na-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$106 per night from 13 May to 14 May
NZ$106
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Bukchon Hanok Village and Myeongdong ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (705 reviews)
"Nicely located in shopping area with great food options and street food. The staff especially Charlie were very friendly and accommodating. Charlie was kind enough to book our party multiple Uber taxi rides to our travel destinations during our stay. Definitely would stay here again when we are in ..."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Friendly DH Naissance Hotel by Mindrum Group
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$625 per night from 6 May to 7 May
NZ$625
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this spa hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic property. Location is not that convenient for subway"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2024

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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$239 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$239
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,981 reviews)
"Very nice property and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
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 NZ$244 per night from 6 May to 7 May
NZ$244
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,721 reviews)
Girls trip
"Very convenient to airport bus stop and subways. Perfect location to walk to Myeong~Dong shopping street and night market."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Lotte Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$491 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$491
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,413 reviews)
"Great service!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2024

Lotte Hotel Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$109 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$109
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Comfortable for solo travel
"Hotel is great, staff is very friendly. My room was comfortable enough for me, shower was easy to work with. They gave me fresh towels and water daily. Breakfast was good. My biggest peeve was you can hear the water running sometimes but other than that I had a very comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
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Other neighbourhoods around Seongbuk-gu

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Dongdaemun-gu

4/5(3 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 Jogyesa Temple, 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 Cheonggyecheon while in the area.

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

Jung-gu

4.5/5(171 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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(45 area reviews)

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. 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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