Jongno-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Jongno-gu
Popular places to visit
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
Gwanghwamun
Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.
Dongdaemun Market Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dongdaemun Market Mall during your visit to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
South Korea: SEA LIFE COEX Admission Ticket
Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
"Perfect location - lovely hotel"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
"Location was excellent. Service was superb. View was fantastic. Overall everything was absolutely fabulous"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
"Not enough for drinking water. Except this, all others are OK"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
"Amid hotel has always been our choice when we stay in Seoul. The hotel location is perfect, within walking distance to all popular spots like the bukchon hanok, Insadong shopping street and Ikseondong area. Myeongdong is also nearby, yet the hotel is in a more quiet spot opposite Jongno Police building. ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Le Mong Hotel
"I loved loved staying here! The star of the show was breakfast. There was a great variety, the food was home cooked and you could tell it was made with love, and I loved the traditional Korean food. The location was also very close to a lot of bus stops and the subway entrance. The room was spacious ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in Jongno-gu
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.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
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.
