Jongno-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Jongno-gu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
Korea Ski Tour from Seoul - Jisan Resort with Isaac Toast
Korean Palace and Temple Tour in Seoul: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Jogyesa Temple
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Room was great. Great space for luggage, bathroom spacious and big shower space. Great loccitane amenities.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Beautiful and spacious room. Wonderful breakfast buffet, really nice and big gym.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
customer service could be approved upon. I booked the incorrect date in error. They would not move the date nor offer any discount towards correct date, even though i had not used the breakfast credit or checked in at all. A bit of flexibility would have been nice.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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
The property is in the heart of seoul and is minutes away from Namdaemun market, Myeongdong, the hanbok villlages, multiple temples and shrines, and more restaurants than you could eat at in a lifetime. The property has a well kept gym and spa facility, along with very friendly staff. Ubers and taxis ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-gu
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-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 Gwangjang Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
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.
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.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
