Seongbuk-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Seongbuk-dong
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Top hotels in Seongbuk-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
This property will not be an ideal vacation hotel. We had to walk through an alley to get to the hotel. And it is far away from everything. The area is not that safe to walk back to the hotel at night. The receptionists were not as friendly. The bed sheets were dirty. And they don't change it. They ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
Good location, walking distance to Myondon and Seoul station. Room was nice and clean, variety of amenities were provided.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The room is modern with a lot of space. The beds are very comfortable and clean. The staff are very friendly and nice. The location is very accessible to transit and walking distance to restaurants and shopping areas. I will definitely stay here again if I will go back to Seoul.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station
air condition
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
The location is great and staff is very helpful. The breakfast has a great variety of foods.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Seongbuk-dong
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.
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.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and Gwanghwamun Square. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
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.
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.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market 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.
