Seocho-gu

Seoul

Seocho-gu which includes modern architecture, a river or creek and a bridge
Seocho-gu showing a high rise building, flowers and a city
Seocho-gu showing night scenes as well as a large group of people
Seocho-gu which includes a high rise building, a river or creek and modern architecture
Seocho-gu featuring a city, a river or creek and a sunset

This riverside district of Seoul is packed with exciting places for discovering South Korean culture, including museums, galleries and theaters.  

Lying directly south of the Han River in Seoul, Seocho-gu, or Seocho district, is a small area of Seoul that has much to offer. With key arts establishments, great waterside views and varied shopping, this is an easy place to relax for an afternoon. Come on a sunny day and allow time to enjoy the area’s lovely green spaces once you are finished sightseeing.

Seoul is divided into 25 “gu” (administrative districts). Walk down any street on Seocho-gu and see the sky-high, ultra-modern buildings that are characteristic of the South Korean capital. Some of the country’s most famous brands, such as Samsung and Skin Food, have offices here. Amid the office blocks and streets bustling with businesspeople, the cultural scene of Seocho is flourishing.

The jewel of Seocho is the vast Seoul Arts Center, which is divided into several areas devoted to different aspects of South Korean culture. Check the schedule at the Opera House, which seats 2,300 people. See everything from ballet to musicals to opera here. For a different musical experience visit the Music Hall, which has hosted the London Symphony Orchestra. In the Calligraphy and Hangaram Art Museums, discover South Korea’s rich traditions of handwriting and visual arts.

Another important cultural institution in Seocho is the National Gugak Center, also sometimes known as the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts. The center is devoted to preserving the rich traditional musical heritage of South Korea. See performances in its auditoriums or visit one of the exhibits hosted at various locations.

Visit the area before mid-afternoon on a Saturday to enjoy the lively atmosphere of Seocho Flea Market. This is a wonderful place to pick up unique souvenirs.

Come to Seocho-gu on a summer day to escape the city streets in green spaces such as Yangjae Citizens' Park. Seocho’s main station is on several lines and is easily accessible from most parts of the city.


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Top hotels in Seocho-gu

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is P4,520 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P4,520
P4,972 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,678 reviews)
"I like it alot"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station

Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station

4 out of 5
427 Hyoryeong-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,545 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P5,545
P6,099 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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 in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay in general. Just one thing to be mentioned, though. I wanted to take a taxi for work in the middle of the day (on Saturday). I made sure I went down early enough to make it on time if I had gotten a taxi. Unfortunately, the demands were high (due to the heat?) so they couldn't ..."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station
Orakai Cheonggyesan Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Orakai Cheonggyesan Hotel, BW Premier Collection

4 out of 5
1-7, Cheonggyesan-ro 9-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is P5,859 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,859
P6,445 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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 property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location near by subway station. Very calm area. Good hotel for rest."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Orakai Cheonggyesan Hotel, BW Premier Collection
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 P7,784 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,784
P8,562 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,591 reviews)
"It’s literally 1 min from the subway station. And so easy to go anywhere! Great location!"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 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 P9,399 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P9,399
P10,339 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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! (2,830 reviews)
"Good one"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 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 P14,513 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
P14,513
P17,561 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very elegant hotels. Staff went above and beyond"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Grand Hyatt Seoul
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Other neighbourhoods around Seocho-gu

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Yeoksam 1-dong

If you're spending time in Yeoksam 1-dong, check out sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno and hop on the metro to see more the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.

Yeoksam 1-dong
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Gangnam-gu

4/5(5 area reviews)

Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple.

Gangnam-gu
Samseong-dong featuring interior views

Samseong-dong

Spend some time visiting places like Starfield COEX Mall while getting to know Samseong-dong, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station to see more of the area.

Samseong-dong
Seoul Forest showing a park and a city

Seongsu-dong

If you're spending time in Seongsu-dong, check out sights like Seoul Forest or Hangang Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Seoul-forest Station or Ttukseom Station.

Seongsu-dong
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Itaewon-dong

Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Olympic Park which includes a high rise building, a garden and landscape views

Songpa-gu

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Lotte World while getting to know Songpa-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.

Songpa-gu

Seocho-gu