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

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
Bukchon Hanok Village

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 culturally rich area.

Bukchon Hanok Village
Gwanghwamun

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
Gwangjang Market

Gwangjang 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 Market
Insadong featuring art and interior views

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
Cheonggyecheon which includes a bridge, a city and a river or creek

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

Activities

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

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

NZ$133
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Visit

Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry

NZ$12
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Chenggyecheon Stream in Seoul Night tour_PLK Travel

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

NZ$75
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)

NZ$83
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

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Village, and Gwangjang Tour
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience

Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)

NZ$117
per adult
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)
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Our pick of the best Jongno-gu Hotel Deals

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
The price is NZ$163 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$163
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (54 reviews)
"Great newly renovated hotel. Staff is excellent. What we loved most was how we didn’t hear other guests in the next room. Would have loved to have a better shower door that was easier to close and perhaps a shelf for my own toiletries in the shower. Breakfast was ok, we were there 3 days and there’s ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$214 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$214
27 Aug - 28 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! (1,144 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay. My daughter and I enjoyed our week at your hotel. Definitely plan to return to this location for my next Korea visits."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$843 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$843
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff/services. Great location as well"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Moxy Seoul Insadong

Moxy Seoul Insadong

3.5 out of 5
37, Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
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The price is NZ$211 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$211
30 July - 31 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! (408 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location. In a lively area with a lot of food options. And a subway station is right in front of the property."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Moxy Seoul Insadong
Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Hotel Sunbee Insadong

3 out of 5
26, Insadong 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location. Very friendly staff. Close to transit, food options and shopping"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Sunbee Insadong
Hotel Venue G

Hotel Venue G

3.5 out of 5
117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is NZ$99 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$99
30 July - 31 July
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! (1,134 reviews)
"Really good I enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Hotel Venue G
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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 Sungnyemun Gate, 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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