Seocho-gu

Seoul
Seocho-gu showing a city, flowers and a high-rise building
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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Seocho-gu Hotel Deals

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is CA $93 per night from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3
CA $93
CA $104 total
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Jun 2 - Jun 3
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Reviewed on May 18, 2024

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hilton Garden Inn Seoul Gangnam
Hilton Garden Inn Seoul Gangnam
4 out of 5
253, Gangnam Dae-ro Seocho-gu, Seoul
The price is CA $203 per night from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17
CA $203
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Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Seoul Gangnam
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Grand Hyatt Seoul
5 out of 5
322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is CA $359 per night from Jun. 23 to Jun. 24
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Jun 23 - Jun 24
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ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
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4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
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Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
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4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
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Other neighbourhoods around Seocho-gu

Gangnam featuring outdoor art

Gangnam-gu

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Starfield COEX Mall and Bongeunsa Temple.

Gangnam-gu
Samseong-dong featuring interior views

Samseong-dong

Spend some time visiting places like Starfield COEX Mall while getting to know Samseong-dong, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Bongeunsa Station or Samseong Jungang Station to see more of the area.

Samseong-dong
Jamsil-dong as well as a couple

Jamsil-dong

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Jamsil-dong. Top attractions like Lotte World and Jamsil Baseball Stadium are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Samjeon Station or Jamsilsaenae Station to see more of the city.

Jamsil-dong
Itaewon which includes street scenes as well as a couple

Itaewon-dong

Take time in Itaewon-dong to visit attractions like Itawon Street and Namsan Park. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.

Itaewon-dong
Olympic Park showing landscape views, a garden and a city

Songpa-gu

4/5(5 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Lotte World while getting to know Songpa-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jamsil Station or Mongchontoseong Station to see more of the area.

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

Yongsan-gu

4/5(29 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Yongsan-gu. If sightseeing is on the list, Yongsan Electronics Market is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station to see more of the area.

Yongsan-gu

Seocho-gu

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