Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Popular places to visit
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.
Jogyesa Temple
Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea.
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.
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.
Jongmyo Shrine
Rich with history, Jongmyo Shrine is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Insightful DMZ Tour by Expert with Suspension Bridge&DPRK Gallery
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Tour Seoul’s oldest district with a storyteller from Bukchon
Seoul: DMZ with Optional Suspension Bridge, North Korea View
Thrilling Korean DMZ 3rd Tunnel Tour from Seoul + Red Bridge Rush
Our pick of the best Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong Hotel Deals
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Good stay, but room is too small
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Great location and value for money
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
N285 Hotel Insadong
Great location
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Orakai Daehakro Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Great stay at Orakai Hotel. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, and the staff were polite and helpful throughout my stay. Excellent location with easy access to transportation, cafes, and shops. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Orakai Insadong Suites
모든게 다 잘 갖추어져 있어서 정말 집에 머무르는 것 같이 편안하게 지내다 왔습니다.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hanok Hotel DAAM
Very clean, beautiful hotel with a great central location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
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 Gwanghwamun and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
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.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro 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.
