Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide

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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 vibrant area.

Korea University
Korea Furniture Museum featuring heritage elements, a park and a fountain

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
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
Namdaemun Market which includes street scenes, a city and markets

Namdaemun Market

4/5(75 reviews)

This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.

Namdaemun Market
Gyeongbok Palace featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people

Gyeongbokgung Palace

4.5/5(122 reviews)

This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ₹7,256 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
₹7,256
₹7,981 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,320 reviews)
"Property clean and well maintained. The front desk staff are very nice and polite. Hotel smells clean and good when you enter."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Lotte Hotel Seoul
Lotte Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ₹19,345 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
₹19,345
₹23,408 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,962 reviews)
"Thanks"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Lotte Hotel Seoul
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ₹8,784 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
₹8,784
₹9,719 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,246 reviews)
"place was reasonable and breakfast was excellent"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
4 out of 5
366, Hangang-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
The price is ₹7,254 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
₹7,254
₹8,778 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,293 reviews)
"They stated they service their members over expedia members.-No room upgrade for Expedia VIP. However we had a wonderful experience in this hotel and would recommend it."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Josun, Seoul Station
The Westin Josun Seoul
The Westin Josun Seoul
5 out of 5
106, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ₹19,345 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
₹19,345
₹23,408 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great experience with super friendly staff"

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2025

The Westin Josun Seoul
Step Inn Myeongdong 1
Step Inn Myeongdong 1
3 out of 5
15F, 55 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (839 reviews)
"Great location ,room is small but clean ,front desk staff very helpful they let us check in early allowed us to leave our luggage after check out until we are ready to go to the airport. Free breakfast is a big plus except the food that is being served is the same everyday for the 4 days we where ..."

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2025

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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 Changdeokgung Palace or Insa-dong, 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(263 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(86 area reviews)

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

Jongno-gu

Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide