Jongno-gu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Gwangjang Traditional Market featuring a park, a river or creek and a city

Popular places to visit

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Gyeongbokgung Palace

4.5/5(75 reviews)

This royal palace has risen up from the ashes more than once and today, it's one of Seoul's finest examples of traditional Korean architecture.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
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Gwanghwamun

4/5(4 reviews)

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
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Bukchon Hanok Village

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Bukchon Hanok Village
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Gwangjang Traditional Market

4/5(2 reviews)

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 Traditional Market
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Cheonggyecheon

4.5/5(3 reviews)

This serene strip is the perfect place to clear the mind and reflect for a while, away from the busy city.

Cheonggyecheon
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Insa-dong

5/5(1 review)

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

Activities

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Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul

NZ$138
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
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Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seoul highlights (Small group)

NZ$123
Per adult
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seoul highlights (Small group)
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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert

NZ$159
Per adult
Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert
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Color Pool Museum

NZ$20
Per adult
Color Pool Museum
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Small-Group Seoul Morning Royal Palaces Tour

NZ$71
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Seoul Morning Royal Palaces Tour
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Unique Authentic Food Adventure in Gwangjang Market

NZ$135
Per adult
Unique Authentic Food Adventure in Gwangjang Market
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Our pick of the best Jongno-gu Hotel Deals

Hotel Venue G
Hotel Venue G
3.5 out of 5
117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$102 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$102
per night
26 May - 27 May
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! (1,008 reviews)
Fantastic
"Great place to stay. We stayed for 10 nights and had a deluxe triple room. Bathroom was a bit small but the room size was fantastic in comparison to other Asian cities. Location was great across the stream. We had a trip to busan for 4 days and they kept our luggage even though we had checked out. ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Hotel Venue G
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong
4 out of 5
49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$214 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$214
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,671 reviews)
"Hotel is great. Facilities and room were very clean. Staff very helpful and friendly. Ideal location"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong
The Prima Hotel Jongno
The Prima Hotel Jongno
3.5 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$167 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$167
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"Good location close to a subway and a lot of busses. Staff is very helpful. Room was pretty spacious and clean. Shower is very nice. Glad I booked this hotel!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

The Prima Hotel Jongno
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$721 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$721
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing experience with excellent customer service and an amazing location. Highly recommended to all travelers!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$216 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$216
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,057 reviews)
"Very comfortable room with a deep bath tub and lovely view of the city."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4 out of 5
38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is NZ$191 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$191
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
"Amid Hotel is in a convenient area for walking to sights and restaurants. Our room was quiet . The staff very helpful"

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-gu

Insadong showing 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 showing 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
Myeongdong featuring shopping, street scenes and a 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.

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

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
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people

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.

Gwanghui-dong

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