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 find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to 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 walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
"Lovely location near the Jong-gai metro station and an easy walk to the sights, palaces and night markets at Myeongdong. Nice well appointed rooms with all essential amenities for a 4-star hotel. Helpful staff. The restaurant has an evening offer of fried chicken and unlimited beer for 20000KRW for ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
"Breakfast buffet had vegan options, however, the daily offering was minimal. Given the few options, what was offered was very delicious, just had to eat a lot of 2 or 3 items. No protein offering on my second day. Tofu would have been nice besides nuts."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Le Mong Hotel
"This hotel is tucked away down a small alley, but don’t be put off. It’s a great location. Easy to walk or metro to main tourist sites or for strolling along the Cheonggyecheon Stream. Room was a good size and well appointed. We loved the dining room and other common spaces. Highly recommend this ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
"Location was excellent. Service was superb. View was fantastic. Overall everything was absolutely fabulous"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
"Great location, great cleaning staff. However of the 5 hotels I stayed in during my trip to Korea, the triple room booked was the smallest! Stayed in a family room (one large double bed and two smaller beds) in Myeongdong earlier in the trip and that was a more comfortable room size-wise and amenities-wise ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
"This hotel is in a great location in Insadong. I personally thought it could be a bit cleaner. We stayed on the seventh floor, and there was a strange smell when we exited the elevator. Our room did not have the smell, but I thought the bathroom tile was not as clean as it should be. And the water ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 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.
