Seongbuk District, Seoul

Name: Seongbuk District
Address: Seoul, South Korea

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Seongbuk District is one of the 25 gu which make up the city of Seoul, South Korea. It is located in the mid-north part of the city. The current Mayor is Kim Young-bae, who has been mayor since July 1, 2010. ()

Local name: 성북구 Area: 9.49 mi²Coordinates: 37°35'21"N, 127°1'5"E

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성북구 (삼선동)Seoul South Korea

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Seongbuk District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Naksan, Gansong Art Museum, Dongmyo, Hyehwamun.

0.8 miSW
Park
Naksan, Seoul
22 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Seoul, South Korea, lies Naksan Park, an urban haven that offers a serene escape from the city's frenetic pace. This park, known for its scenic beauty and historical significance, is a cherished green space in the heart of the...
1.2 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Gansong Art Museum, Seoul
31 min walk • The Gansong Art Museum, located in Seongbuk-dong, Seongbuk District, Seoul, South Korea, is the first modern private museum of Korea and was founded by Jeon Hyeongpil in 1938. The museum was named after the pen name of the founder, Gansong.
1.1 miS
Park, Historical place
Dongmyo, Seoul
29 min walk • Dongmyo is a shrine in metropolitan Seoul built in honour of the 3rd century Chinese military commander, Guan Yu. The Joseon government embarked on construction in 1599 and completed the work in 1601. The Wanli Emperor of Ming provided funds for construction of the shrine, along with a plaque with his own calligraphy.
0.8 miW
City gate, Historical place, Trail
Hyehwamun, Seoul
20 min walk • Hyehwamun is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, South Korea, which surrounded the city in the Joseon Dynasty. The gate is also known as Dongsomun.
1 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum
Lock Museum, Seoul
25 min walk • The Lock Museum is a private museum in Seoul, South Korea. It is directed by Mr. Hongkyu Choi.
1 miSW
Park
Marronnier Park, Seoul
26 min walk • Marronnier Park is a park in the Daehangno district of Seoul.
1.2 miSE
Shopping, Market
Gyeongdong Market, Seoul
31 min walk • Gyeongdong Market or Kyungdong Market, located in Dongdaemun District, Seoul, is one of the largest herbal medicine and ginseng markets of South Korea.
1.2 miW
Universities and schools
Sungkyunkwan University, Seoul
31 min walk • Sungkyunkwan University is a private comprehensive research university in South Korea. The institution traces its origins to the historic Sungkyunkwan, founded in 1398 and located in central Seoul.
0.9 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Korea University Museum, Seoul
23 min walk • Korea University Museum, commonly called The University Museum, is a history, archaeology, and art museum that is part of the Korea University in Seoul, South...
1 miSW
Museum
Seoul City Wall Museum, Seoul
27 min walk • The Seoul City Wall Museum is a museum in Jongno-5.6 ga Subdistrict, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea.
1 miS
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Myogaksa, Seoul
25 min walk • Myogaksa Temple is a Korean Buddhist temple located in the heart of downtown Seoul, South Korea, in the Jongro District, nestled on the east side of Naksan Mountain. It houses the administrative headquarters of the Gwaneum Order of Korean Buddhism.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Seongbuk District?

Nearby attractions include Dongseon-dong, Seoul (4 min walk), Sungshin Women's University, Seoul (7 min walk), Anam-dong, Seoul (8 min walk), Sungin-dong, Seoul (11 min walk).

How to get to Seongbuk District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Seongbuk District:

Light rail

Sungshin Women's University • Lines: W (7 min walk)
Sinseol-dong • Lines: W (25 min walk)

Metro

Sungshin Women's Univ. • Lines: 4 (7 min walk)
Bomun • Lines: 6 (8 min walk)

Bus

Donam Crossroad Sungshin Women's University Entrance • Lines: 106 (8 min walk)
Samseongyohanseong University • Lines: 106 (14 min walk)

Train

Changsin (17 min walk)