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

4/5(7 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 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

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

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

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

Korean Stone Art Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Korean Stone Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Korean Stone Art Museum

Activities

GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

AU$102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Talk with North Korean Defector

Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive Defector Talk & Suspension Bridge
Boat Voyage in Imjin River flowing out of North Korea to South Korea

[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River

AU$52
per adult
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental

AU$14
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace with Gigibebe Hanbok Rental
Couple at Gyeongbok Palace during a Seoul City tour

Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony

AU$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Seoul City Half Day Tour-Gyeongbok Palace Guard Changing Ceremony
Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More

Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More

AU$64
per adult
Seoul: Nighttime Tour of Palace, Market, Naksan Park & More
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Our pick of the best Seongbuk-gu Hotel Deals

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$153 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$153
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,257 reviews)
Great location, clean, helpful staff.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Grand Hyatt Seoul

Grand Hyatt Seoul

5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$272 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$272
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 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 AU$125 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$125
20 Jan - 21 Jan
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! (1,048 reviews)
Breakfast was good. Friendly and helpful hotel staff.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is AU$146 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
AU$146
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,165 reviews)
Clean bed setting and room. I'll stay next trip also.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

4 out of 5
76, Chungjeong-ro, Seodaemun-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$125 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$125
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,733 reviews)
Clean and convenient location

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
GLAD Yeouido

GLAD Yeouido

4 out of 5
16, Uisadang-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is AU$127 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$127
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room and fast check in

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

GLAD Yeouido
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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)

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.

Jung-gu

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