Jongno-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes signage
Jongno-gu
Gyeonghuigung Palace showing heritage architecture
Gyeongbok Palace which includes heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people
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Popular places to visit

Gyeongbok Palace which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Bukchon Hanok Village

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.

Bukchon Hanok Village
Gwanghwamun

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.

Gwanghwamun
Gwangjang Market

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.

Gwangjang Market
Insadong featuring art and interior views

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.

Insa-dong
Cheonggyecheon which includes a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Cheonggyecheon

This beautiful strip of urban renewal offers tourists and locals a break from the bustle of the surrounding city.

Cheonggyecheon

Activities

GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

AU$120
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Visit

Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

AU$11
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

AU$122
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Chenggyecheon Stream in Seoul Night tour_PLK Travel

Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip

Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
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Our pick of the best Jongno-gu Hotel Deals

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$197 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$197
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,137 reviews)
"Most of the conditions were great"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)

4 out of 5
31, Samil-daero 30-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$150 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$150
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
"Overall clean, nice and quiet place. Room rates were reasonable as well. AC worked good."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
Moxy Seoul Insadong

Moxy Seoul Insadong

3.5 out of 5
37, Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$183 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$183
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (402 reviews)
"The staff and the atmosphere was super amazing. Clean and convenient to a lot of locations. Loved the thriving night life right outside of the building. I would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Moxy Seoul Insadong
Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

3 out of 5
26, Insadong 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is AU$182 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$182
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent Stay
"Hotel was very clean and the staff was very nice and accommodating. I would definitely return back to this hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hotel Sunbee Insadong
Hotel Venue G

Hotel Venue G

3.5 out of 5
117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$88 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$88
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,125 reviews)
"It was easy to locate and reception was very helpful and efficient in checking us in."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Venue G
Hanok Hotel DAAM

Hanok Hotel DAAM

3 out of 5
19 Yulgok-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is AU$163 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$163
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong Street ...
9/10 Wonderful! (268 reviews)
"A beautiful place to stay. Very clean and comfortable beds. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hanok Hotel DAAM
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Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-gu

Insadong which includes shopping as well as a small group of people

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.

Insa-dong
Insadong featuring art and interior views

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 Jogyesa Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Deoksugung Palace featuring a garden as well as a small group of people

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.

Sogong-dong
Myeongdong featuring shopping, night scenes and street scenes

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.

Myeong-dong
Namdaemun Market featuring markets, street scenes and a city

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.

Hoehyeon-dong
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(171 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.

Jung-gu

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