Seocho-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

Seocho-gu featuring modern architecture, a river or creek and a bridge
Seocho-gu showing a high-rise building, a city and flowers
Seocho-gu which includes night scenes as well as a large group of people
Seocho-gu which includes a high-rise building, modern architecture and a city
Seocho-gu which includes a sunset, a high-rise building and modern architecture
This riverside district of Seoul is packed with exciting places for discovering South Korean culture, including museums, galleries and theaters.

Lying directly south of the Han River in Seoul, Seocho-gu, or Seocho district, is a small area of Seoul that has much to offer. With key arts establishments, great waterside views and varied shopping, this is an easy place to relax for an afternoon. Come on a sunny day and allow time to enjoy the area’s lovely green spaces once you are finished sightseeing.

Seoul is divided into 25 “gu” (administrative districts). Walk down any street on Seocho-gu and see the sky-high, ultra-modern buildings that are characteristic of the South Korean capital. Some of the country’s most famous brands, such as Samsung and Skin Food, have offices here. Amid the office blocks and streets bustling with businesspeople, the cultural scene of Seocho is flourishing.

The jewel of Seocho is the vast Seoul Arts Center, which is divided into several areas devoted to different aspects of South Korean culture. Check the schedule at the Opera House, which seats 2,300 people. See everything from ballet to musicals to opera here. For a different musical experience visit the Music Hall, which has hosted the London Symphony Orchestra. In the Calligraphy and Hangaram Art Museums, discover South Korea’s rich traditions of handwriting and visual arts.

Another important cultural institution in Seocho is the National Gugak Center, also sometimes known as the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts. The center is devoted to preserving the rich traditional musical heritage of South Korea. See performances in its auditoriums or visit one of the exhibits hosted at various locations.

Visit the area before mid-afternoon on a Saturday to enjoy the lively atmosphere of Seocho Flea Market. This is a wonderful place to pick up unique souvenirs.

Come to Seocho-gu on a summer day to escape the city streets in green spaces such as Yangjae Citizens' Park. Seocho’s main station is on several lines and is easily accessible from most parts of the city.


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Top hotels in Seocho-gu

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿2,513 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿2,513
฿2,764 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,567 reviews)
"older hotel with tight space/poor room setup, and a small limited number of elevators. but breakfast had a lot of variety, and was actually pretty good for being complimentary!"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Ocloud Hotel Gangnam
Ocloud Hotel Gangnam
3.5 out of 5
12, Sapyeong-daero 58-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is ฿3,019 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿3,019
฿3,653 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Ocloud Hotel Gangnam
Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station
Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station
4 out of 5
427 Hyoryeong-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,078 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿3,078
฿3,386 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
조용하고 편안한 호텔
"조용하고 편안한 좋은 호텔이다 주변에 좋은 맛집 등이 충분히 있다 100/240 겸용 콘센트가 한개 있는데 부실했다 기존 240 용 대신 겸용이 더 있으면 좋겠다 여행중에 USB 충전이 많이 필요한데 USB 충전 소켓이 없다. Desk 옆 패널, 침대 옆 전화기 부근에 소켓이 있으면 좋겠다. Gym 에 요가메트는 있는데 스트레칭 할 공간이 있으면 좋겠다. 2m x 2m 정도."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Shilla Stay Seocho Gangnam Station
The Shilla Seoul
The Shilla Seoul
5 out of 5
249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿8,504 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿8,504
฿9,355 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
5 Star Service with a capital S!
"We have stayed at many five-star hotels around the world, but the service at The Shilla is truly in a league of its own. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and every staff member I encountered – including the valet attendants and service car drivers – spoke English to a high standard. If I had ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

The Shilla Seoul
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
3.5 out of 5
67, Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,011 per night from 7 May to 8 May
฿3,011
฿3,313 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (898 reviews)
"We had a most wonderful stay at the premium suite!"

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is ฿3,723 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿3,723
฿4,095 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,450 reviews)
"Convenient to most sights in Seoul"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
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Other neighbourhoods around Seocho-gu

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Yeoksam 1-dong

While you're in Yeoksam 1-dong, take in top sights like Kukkiwon or Teheranno, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Yeoksam Station or Eonju Station.

Yeoksam 1-dong
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Gangnam-gu

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

Gangnam-gu
Samseong-dong which includes interior views

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 Starfield COEX Mall.

Samseong-dong
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Itaewon-dong

If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Olympic Park showing a city, a high-rise building and landscape views

Songpa-gu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Songpa-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Lotte World is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.

Songpa-gu
War Memorial of Korea featuring signage and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Yongsan-gu

4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.

Yongsan-gu

Seocho-gu Travel Guide