Jongno-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Jongno-dong
Popular places to visit
Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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 vibrant area.
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
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.
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.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Things to do
Night Market Food Tour in Seoul
Seoul: Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner
3-Hour Jongno Night Food Tour: Gwangjang Market & Ikseondong
Seoul: Night Market Food Tour with Local Guide
Seoul Fun Food Tour: 12 different food tasting
Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
Top hotels in Jongno-dong
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-dong
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.
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.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
While you're in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, take in top sights like Insa-dong or Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
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.
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.
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.
- Lotte World
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Lotte World Tower
- Starfield COEX Mall
- N Seoul Tower
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- Lotte Outlets Seoul Station
- Hongik University
- Seoul City Hall
- Olympic Park
- Korea University
- Hyundai Premium Outlet
- Garosu-gil
- Seoul National University
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Namsan Mountain Park
- KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Guro Digital Complex
- Gwangjang Market