Jongno-gu Travel Guide
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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 find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich 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.
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. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Cheonggyecheon
This beautiful strip of urban renewal offers tourists and locals a break from the bustle of the surrounding city.
Things to do
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)
Night Market Food Tour in Seoul
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
Hotel Nafore
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul
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 Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, 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.
Hotels Near Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Myeong-dong Hotels
- Dongdaemun-gu Hotels
- Jung-gu Hotels
- Insa-dong Hotels
- Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Hotels
- Gwanghui-dong Hotels
- Sogong-dong Hotels
- Euljiro-dong Hotels
- Sinchon-dong Hotels
- Seodaemun-gu Hotels
- Seongdong-gu Hotels
- Jongno-dong Hotels
- Sajik-dong Hotels
- Seongbuk-gu Hotels
- Sindang-dong Hotels
- Ikseon-dong Hanok Village Hotels
- Eunpyeong-gu Hotels
- Daehangno Hotels
- Gahoe-dong Hotels
- Jongno 3-ga Hotels
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