Seongbuk-gu
Seoul
Visit Seongbuk-gu
Popular places to visit
Korea University
Explore the campus of Korea University, during your travels in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant 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.
Gilsangsa Temple
After visiting Gilsangsa Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Sungshin Women's University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Sungshin Women's University, during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Jeongneung Royal Tomb
Learn about the local history of Seoul with a stop at Jeongneung Royal Tomb. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Korean Stone Art Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Korean Stone Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
DMZ Tour & Exclusive North Korea Museum opt. Suspension Bridge
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
great breakfast, spacious rooms, clean, great location!
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Our experience was really great and we olan to stay there again.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Great room & space. Loved the view of the river
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Breakfast is really good and staffs are kind.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Great location, facility, staff, service, and breakfast!! 5 starts! Highly recommend
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Location is 5 minutes walk from Singil Station. Rooms are small but not a problem. Best of all is their breakfast! Great food choices and lots of tables.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seongbuk-gu
Dongdaemun-gu
Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Gwangjang Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
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.
Insa-dong
Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.
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 the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
Jung-gu
Travelers love Jung-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro.
