Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Popular places to visit
Insa-dong
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Insa-dong during your stay in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Gwangjang Market
Make sure you come hungry to this buzzing market, which is famed for its great street food and is one of the oldest markets in Seoul.
Jogyesa Temple
Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea.
Changdeokgung Palace
After visiting Changdeokgung Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Cheonggye Plaza
Admire the iconic Spring Sculpture and Candlelight Fountain, attend a cultural event, or stroll along the urban stream that gave rise to this urban square.
Jongmyo Shrine
Rich with history, Jongmyo Shrine is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
[DMZ Adventure] DMZ and optional Boat Voyage in River
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Seoul: Nami and Petite France Tour with Optional K-Garden
Top hotels in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Clean room, Kind staffa
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Clean room, very friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Rian
Bed was a bit hard and stiff, but quality service from staff and everything else was excellent
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hotel Sunbee Insadong
Very Nice Room. Friendly staff. I really enjoyed the location. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
N285 Hotel Insadong
The staff was very friendly. The room was small but clean. The hotel was centrally located with lots of shopping and restaurants close by, and a CU right downstairs. The area was quiet and safe. I would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Clean room, nice and helpful staff. We were traveling with a baby and a crib was available on demand. The hotel was doing room improvements when we stayed there in January 2026 and that was a bit of a distraction but didn't change our comfort level. The hotel is in a quiet area and very close to ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
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 National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. 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.
Jung-gu
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and Myeongdong Street 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.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Dongdaemun History and Culture Park and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
