Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Popular places to visit
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.
Insa-dong
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Insa-dong during your stay in Seoul. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Tapgol Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tapgol Park, a lovely green space 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)
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum
Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple
Seoul: Nami and Petite France Tour with Optional K-Garden
Top hotels in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
A guest close to my room was smoking in their room and staff wasn’t able to find the culprit.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Great location right at Insadong shopping street. Plenty of restaurants around. Staff are very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
N285 Hotel Insadong
Great location! Close to a lot of different shops and restaurants, and having a CU on the main floor of the hotel was so convenient! Staff was so helpful and friendly and our room was beautiful! I would definitely stay here again if I come back to Korea and would recommend this hotel to anyone ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Orakai Insadong Suites
By far the best experience I have had with a hotel. We received an upgraded suite, the room was spacious and spotless. The hotel has wonderful amenities as well, and a staff that were so friendly and helpful. Fantastic location if you are visiting Seoul for the first time. I hope to come back someday ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Hanok Hotel DAAM
Very friendly and helpful staff. The room was perfectly clean and the Hanok experience was excellent. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 10 Mar 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 Statue of Sejong the Great and Sejong Cultural Center. 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
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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 Migliore Mall 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.
