Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Popular places to visit
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.
Jogyesa Temple
Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea.
Cheonggye Plaza
Admire the iconic Spring Sculpture and Candlelight Fountain, attend a cultural event, or stroll along the urban stream that gave rise to this urban square.
Changdeokgung Palace
After visiting Changdeokgung Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Tapgol Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tapgol Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Our pick of the best Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Hotel Deals
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Room layout was very brilliant and wise within the small space. Tour package was very attractive, but couldn’t join them. I wish I’ve known earlier. It might be good to procure at the time of check-in hotel room.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Prima Hotel Jongno
Clean. Well kept
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
Wonderful staffs!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Nafore
Room was spacious and clean. Very centrally located and not far from the main road. It is behind a building but that also meant it was quiet. Easy to walk to Ikseon-dong or Myeongdong. Water and towels were provided each day. They were happy to lend us a charging adapter because we forgot to bring ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
Easy to find with our phone and walkable to everything we wanted to see. Location is probably the best part of this hotel with tons of dining and shopping right nearby. The room is pretty small and felt cluttered with our stuff but we made do. I would not buy the breakfast again. Bathroom very small ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Moxy Seoul Insadong
While the location of the hotel was very convenient—right outside a subway station—the surrounding area was quite busy at night, filled with pub-goers. As many others have mentioned, breakfast was excellent and offered great value for the cost.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
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-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Jung-gu
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.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
