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 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.
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 family-friendly 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 culturally rich 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 family-friendly 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
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Red Suspension Bridge Optional)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Full Day DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
DMZ Guided tour from Seoul with Suspension Bridge or Gondola
Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Best ever !
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
location was good & room was clean!
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Nice staff!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
Room was very clean and the staff were very helpful
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The staffs were nice and professional. Their service was great as well. The location of the hotel was close to everything that I wanted to do.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Staff was super friendly. And the room was nice and clean.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 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.
