Jongno-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A busy street with various shops, signs, and a motorcycle parked on the side.
A river with a walkway on one side, surrounded by buildings and greenery.
A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.
A traditional Korean palace with a large, ornate gate and a mountain in the background.
A statue of a seated figure with a pedestal inscribed with text.

Stay near popular Jongno-gu attractions

A traditional Korean building with a wooden door and tiled roof.

Bukchon Hanok Village

8.8/10 (3,330 reviews)
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 culturally rich area.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

฿1,335
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
South Korea: Lotte World Tower

South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)

฿659
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

฿1,506
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
Seoul Night Tour

Han River Night Cruise Tour: Local Market Food & Hidden Viewpoint

฿1,506
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Han River Night Cruise Tour: Local Market Food & Hidden Viewpoint
Suspension Bridge

Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge

฿2,012
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour

Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour

฿2,305
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Mt Seorak & Naksansa Temple or Nami Island Group Tour
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Top hotels in Jongno-gu

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ฿5,272 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,272
฿5,799 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,354 reviews)
"Immensely rude staff. Not helpful. Issues with breakfast and lunch offerings. Do not recommend."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

4 out of 5
49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿5,284 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿5,284
฿5,812 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,056 reviews)
"The location is very good to tour insadong and ikseondong."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

4 out of 5
31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ฿3,604 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,604
฿3,965 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (389 reviews)
"The location was excellent. I stayed in this hotel 7 years ago, and since my stay it renovated the hotel. Also, I noticed that there were more interesting shops and restaurants all in the walking distance from hotel. The bathroom is classic cruise ship mold. In other words, just image tiny space, ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ฿20,500 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿20,500
฿22,551 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing all around. The bar was an incredible experience. Great rooms, great location. Helpful staff. Oh and the breakfast!!! Wow!!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno

4 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro Seoul
The price is ฿4,309 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿4,309
฿4,740 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (982 reviews)
"Great for what you’re paying"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

The Prima Hotel Jongno
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

4 out of 5
38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ฿5,632 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,632
฿6,195 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,153 reviews)
"Excellent service and very central location. Staff was very helpful and nice. Certainly we will stay there again. Lovely hotel. Thanks Sue for your help. 😊"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
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Where to stay in Jongno-gu

Find the best Jongno-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Jongno-gu
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A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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 Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A modern building with a large sign, steps leading up to it, and people walking around.

Yongsan-gu

Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.

Jongno-gu Travel Guide