Jongno-gu Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Jongno-gu
Popular places to visit
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Gwanghwamun
Find out about the history of Seoul when you take a trip to Gwanghwamun. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Dongdaemun Market Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dongdaemun Market Mall during your visit to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Gwangjang Market
During your trip to Seoul, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gwangjang Market. While in this vibrant area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
"No face clothes as part of bathroom towel set. Like the body wash and hand lotion brand"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
"Very clean and great location"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
"Location was excellent. Service was superb. View was fantastic. Overall everything was absolutely fabulous"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
"Not enough for drinking water. Except this, all others are OK"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
"Good staff"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Le Mong Hotel
"Loved our stay in this convenient location hotel. However, several times our room wasn't cleaned and we are not sure why. They are strict on checking in time. Their continental breakfast has a vast variety of food, no scrambled eggs though lol. Overall, a pleasant stay."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Jongno-gu
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.
Gangnam-gu
Gangnam-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Gyeongui Line Forest Park, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Dongdaemun-gu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Dongdaemun-gu. Gyeongdong Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to see more of the city.
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.
