Jongno-gu Travel Guide
Seoul





Visit Jongno-gu
Stay near popular Jongno-gu attractions
Things to do

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

DMZ : N Korean Defector Talk+Suspension Bridge+Gyeongbok Palace

Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options

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

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Top hotels in Jongno-gu

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
"The corridoors were poorly lit. The carpet was sagging a lot and I tripped a couple of times. Small room"
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong
"The hotel is ok because it was recently renovated. Room size is small. There is only 2 washers and dryers for guests to use. You need to pay for them. Bathroom has a smell from either fan or sewer. The hotel’s location is good and it is close to line 3 subway."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Simple Stay Jongro
"Hotel is conveniently located near subway and bus lines, restaurants, bbq, convenience stores, olive young that gives instant VAT rebate, cafes, ikseong-dong hanok village, etc. The evening receptionist Mason was super friendly and helpful and speaks English. The breakfast was filling and convenient. ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 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 Hongdae Street, 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.




























