Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Seongbuk-gu
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
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 culturally rich area.
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.
Activities
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Nami Island & Garden of Morning Calm & Gangchon Railbike Tour
Our pick of the best Seongbuk-gu Hotel Deals
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The room and facilities were excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. A very pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Good location. Walking distance to shipping area.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
I enjoyed the hotel, nice sized room, a 24hr convenience store, washers and dryers, clean, the area around it isn't touristy but there's good drinking spots and food spots where locals go to.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
An amazing stay as always. Good location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
The staff at check in and breakfast were extremely helpful. The room was absolutely amazing. Definitely loved the shower. I was on the 10th floor in this stay (stayed at another Shilla location) and the view was beautiful. Especially at night. Breakfast buffet was okay considering the region and ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Seongbuk-gu
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jung-gu
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.
Jongno-gu
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.
Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide
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