Seongsu-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
![Seoul Forest which includes a city and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/249000/249888-Seoul.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Seoul Forest showing a garden as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250477-Seoul-Forest.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Seoul Forest showing a garden as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250481-Seoul-Forest.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Seoul Forest showing a bridge and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250479-Seoul-Forest.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Seoul Forest showing a park as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250473-Seoul-Forest.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Seongsu-dong
Popular places to visit
![Seoul Forest showing a bridge and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250479-Seoul-Forest.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Seoul Forest
Enjoy an escape from the city in one of Seoul’s largest urban green spaces, a sprawling riverside forest park with family attractions.
![Hangang Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/bccbbdd7a6847a4a06352ef5f5742a4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Hangang Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hangang Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
![Lotte World](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d51a2dbf3b73db41d80f996dac5a8464.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Myeongdong Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/bc05d5cc2a7007dc30c2ee8c5f5d799c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Namdaemun Market featuring a city, street scenes and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30198-Namdaemun-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Gyeongbok Palace which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250119-Gyeongbok-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Activities
![Seongsu-dong Stroll: K-Pop Culture Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47921194/da9feab6-933b-409e-8eed-351c1397067c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Seongsu-dong Stroll: K-Pop Culture Walking Tour
![Korean DMZ Tour with Expert Tour Guide from Seoul - No shopping](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307534/990af1e5-7916-4e6c-baeb-35bded5721ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
DMZ Tour, Expert Tour Guide from Seoul /Option: Suspension Bridge
![Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44502338/73789ffd-9d64-4e12-b954-18cd62d523e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
![GyeongBokGung Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307525/72e6026f-a9ad-4fd2-8939-048158d03d13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
![Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4724540/33fb74e1-d80c-4e78-b1e8-d6a7cb184ace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm (+Railbike)
Our pick of the best Seongsu-dong Hotel Deals
![LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12615800/12615733/4f522439_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025
![Lotte Hotel Seoul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445300/445260/2be4500f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025
![Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15530000/15528600/15528590/3953266c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
![The Westin Josun Seoul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25000/24908/4a391ebd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
![Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27800000/27793700/27793623/5d7ab6ba_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025
![GLAD Yeouido](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9470000/9469400/9469304/42b66624_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Seongsu-dong
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Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bongeunsa Temple and Seonjeongneung Royal Tombs. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
![Samseong-dong which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/249000/249886-Seoul.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Samseong-dong
Travellers choose Samseong-dong for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station and check out top sights like Bongeunsa Temple.
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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.
![Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250033-Jung-Gu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itawon Street and Seoul Central Mosque. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
![Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250019-Jung-Gu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
- Seoul Forest
- Namdaemun Market
- Lotte World Tower
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- N Seoul Tower
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Gwanghwamun
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Olympic Park
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Seoul City Hall
- Gwanggyo Lake Park
- Korea University
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Gwangjang Market