Seongbuk-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A traditional Korean courtyard with wooden buildings, a stone pond, and well-maintained greenery.
A traditional Korean gate with intricate patterns, leading to a wooden building with tiled roofs.
A traditional wooden building with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and a stone pathway.
A hillside village with traditional houses, a stone wall, and lush greenery.
A traditional wooden building with large windows and a stone tree in the foreground.

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A large stone building with a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

Korea University

8.2/10 (461 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.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

£29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Picture 6 for Activity Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

£40
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

£24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Entry Ticket

Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options

£32
per adult
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

£33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk

£28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour from Seoul: 3rd Tunnel, Dora Observatory & Defector Talk
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Top hotels in Seongbuk-gu

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 £120 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
£120
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (1,950 reviews)
"The location was outside the myendong area. The name is misleading. While it was about a 15-minute walk away, it's not directly in the area. I wanted to stay for late checkout and the hotel charged 33,000 krw for 2 hours. Some of the rooms have a dryer and washer Other rooms only have the washing ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
The price is £55 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£55
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

4 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is £95 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£95
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is £60 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£60
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
"One downside is that the hotel room was smaller than I thought it would be."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

3 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU Seoul
The price is £86 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£86
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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 and the clean rooms ...
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is £300 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£300
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,232 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)
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Where to stay in Seongbuk-gu

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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

Myeong-dong

Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

Gangnam-gu

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

Dongdaemun-gu

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.

A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

Jongno-gu

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

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