Jongno-gu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Small-Group Full-Day Royal Palace & Seoul City Tour (Pick-up)
Small Group DMZ Tour with Hotel pickup : 3rd tunnel&Susp. Bridge
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
"Clean rooms and helpful/attentive staff"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 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
"The staff at the front fest were the most helpful staff I have ever encountered in any hotel. They made check in very easy and fast and were willing to help with anything else we asked like transportation and sightseeing opportunities."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
"Not enough for drinking water. Except this, all others are OK"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
"The staff was welcoming and wonderful. The breakfast was great, the rooms were comfortable and quiet, and the location was perfect."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
The Prima Hotel Jongno
"Terrific convenient location. Great breakfast buffet. Very clean. Nice downtown views. Small but comfortable room."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 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 Starfield COEX Mall and COEX Convention and Exhibition Center. 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 Gyeongui Line Forest Park, 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.
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