Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Korea Furniture Museum which includes a fountain, a park and heritage elements
Korea Furniture Museum which includes heritage elements
Seongbuk-gu
Korea Furniture Museum featuring 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 vibrant area.

Korea University
Korea Furniture Museum which includes a fountain, a park and heritage elements

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 family-friendly 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 culturally rich 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 family-friendly 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

Activities

Seoul: DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall

Seoul: DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall

NZ$74
per adult
Seoul: DMZ Tour with North Korea Experience Hall
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

NZ$118
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

NZ$162
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul

Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush

NZ$60
per adult
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge

NZ$89
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Korea DMZ Tour with Gloster Memorial & Heroes Suspension Bridge
Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul

Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul

NZ$60
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Korean DMZ Tour Optional Suspension Bridge from Seoul
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Our pick of the best Seongbuk-gu Hotel Deals

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$213 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$213
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,733 reviews)
"Good shops"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 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 NZ$283 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$283
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,962 reviews)
"Clwewan room and great staff"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 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 NZ$575 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$575
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and great restaurants. A bit expensive but it provides great services"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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 NZ$286 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$286
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (738 reviews)
"Once you’ve orientated yourself, you’ll realise the location is convenient. For first timers, it may feel just slightly away from the buzz of busier shopping streets but the quieter scene is not a bad thing. It’s tucked right amongst local businesses. There aren’t as many food options right downstairs ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
The price is NZ$118 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$118
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay staff very nice location was great"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE

4 out of 5
415 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$195 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$195
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,649 reviews)
"Reliable"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

L7 GANGNAM by LOTTE
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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 featuring 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 Gwangjang Market, 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 featuring 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 which includes 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
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Euljiro-dong

While you're in Euljiro-dong, take in top sights like Chungmu-ro or Cheonggyecheon, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.

Euljiro-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

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