Jongno-gu
Seoul
Visit Jongno-gu
Popular places to visit
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Gwanghwamun
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.
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 enjoy retail therapy at Insa-dong during your visit to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Cheonggyecheon
This beautiful strip of urban renewal offers tourists and locals a break from the bustle of the surrounding city.
Things to do
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Top hotels in Jongno-gu
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Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-gu
Insa-dong
Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Cheonggyecheon while you're in town.
Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong
If you're spending time in Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, check out sights like Insa-dong or Jogyesa Temple and hop on the metro to see more the city at Anguk Station or Jongno 3-ga Station.
Sogong-dong
Visitors to Sogong-dong love its popular shops, and you can check out Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Myeong-dong
Travelers love Myeong-dong for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral.
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 the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.
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.
Hotel Theme
Hotels Near Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Myeong-dong Hotels
- Dongdaemun-gu Hotels
- Jung-gu Hotels
- Insa-dong Hotels
- Sogong-dong Hotels
- Euljiro-dong Hotels
- Sinchon-dong Hotels
- Seodaemun-gu Hotels
- Seongdong-gu Hotels
- Seongbuk-gu Hotels
- Ikseon-dong Hanok Village Hotels
- Sindang-dong Hotels
- Eunpyeong-gu Hotels
- Samcheong-dong Hotels
- Jongno 3-ga Hotels
- Daehangno Hotels