Jongno-gu
Seoul
Visit Jongno-gu
Popular places to visit
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? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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
Find out about the history of Seoul with a stop at Gwanghwamun. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Dongdaemun Market Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Dongdaemun Market Mall during your visit to Seoul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Gwangjang Market
During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gwangjang Market. While in this vibrant area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Insa-dong
You can enjoy retail therapy at Insa-dong during your visit to Seoul. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Jongno-gu Hotel Deals
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
"Lovely location near the Jong-gai metro station and an easy walk to the sights, palaces and night markets at Myeongdong. Nice well appointed rooms with all essential amenities for a 4-star hotel. Helpful staff. The restaurant has an evening offer of fried chicken and unlimited beer for 20000KRW for ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
"Breakfast buffet had vegan options, however, the daily offering was minimal. Given the few options, what was offered was very delicious, just had to eat a lot of 2 or 3 items. No protein offering on my second day. Tofu would have been nice besides nuts."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Le Mong Hotel
"This hotel is tucked away down a small alley, but don’t be put off. It’s a great location. Easy to walk or metro to main tourist sites or for strolling along the Cheonggyecheon Stream. Room was a good size and well appointed. We loved the dining room and other common spaces. Highly recommend this ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
"Location was excellent. Service was superb. View was fantastic. Overall everything was absolutely fabulous"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
"Great location, great cleaning staff. However of the 5 hotels I stayed in during my trip to Korea, the triple room booked was the smallest! Stayed in a family room (one large double bed and two smaller beds) in Myeongdong earlier in the trip and that was a more comfortable room size-wise and amenities-wise ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
"This hotel is in a great location in Insadong. I personally thought it could be a bit cleaner. We stayed on the seventh floor, and there was a strange smell when we exited the elevator. Our room did not have the smell, but I thought the bathroom tile was not as clean as it should be. And the water ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighborhoods 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 Gwangjang Market 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 Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Myeong-dong
Major shopping and tourism hub, Myeongdong boasts mid-to-high priced retail stores, international brands, and Korean cosmetics. Explore pedestrian-friendly streets, visit Myeongdong Cathedral, and easily access Seoul Subway Lines 2 and 4.
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.
