Jongno-gu

Seoul

Gwangjang Traditional Market featuring signage
Jongno-gu
Gyeonghuigung Palace showing heritage architecture
Gyeongbok Palace featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Jongno-gu

Popular places to visit

Gyeongbok Palace featuring heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people

Gyeongbokgung Palace

4.5/5(122 reviews)

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.

Gyeongbokgung Palace
Bukchon Hanok Village

Bukchon Hanok Village

4.5/5(35 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
Gwanghwamun

Gwanghwamun

4.5/5(20 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

5/5(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 showing interior views and art

Insa-dong

4/5(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 Stream featuring a river or creek, a city and a bridge

Cheonggyecheon

4/5(7 reviews)

This beautiful strip of urban renewal offers tourists and locals a break from the bustle of the surrounding city.

Cheonggyecheon

Things to do

GyeongBokGung Palace

Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)

S$104
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Seoul Day Tour: Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Insadong

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

S$105
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

S$9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip

Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)

S$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

S$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience

Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)

S$66
per adult
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)
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Top hotels in Jongno-gu

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is S$726 per night from 27 May to 28 May
S$726
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"An unforgettable stay! Impeccable service, spotless rooms, and a perfect location. Every detail was thoughtfully curated—truly felt like a home away from home!"

Reviewed on 30 Apr, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Hanok Hotel DAAM
Hanok Hotel DAAM
3 out of 5
19 Yulgok-ro 6-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$113 per night from 14 May to 15 May
S$113
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
"Clean and quiet accommodation. The bathrooms were really clean and I had a standard queen-sized bed. There is not a bunk bed situation so you get your own section to stay in. I would totally recommend it and would love to stay here again. They are usually fully booked and I unfortunately was unable ..."

Reviewed on 5 May, 2025

Hanok Hotel DAAM
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is S$174 per night from 12 May to 13 May
S$174
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
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! (1,139 reviews)
"Zz"

Reviewed on 6 May, 2025

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4 out of 5
38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$130 per night from 18 May to 19 May
S$130
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (685 reviews)
Gate 1 stay in Seoul
"Stay was ok Room quite small but comfortable Limited plug in for charging after putting luggage Breakfast buffet quite good"

Reviewed on 4 May, 2025

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
4 out of 5
49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$140 per night from 11 May to 12 May
S$140
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (2,154 reviews)
"A must place to stay"

Reviewed on 5 May, 2025

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Orakai Insadong Suites
Orakai Insadong Suites
4 out of 5
18 Insadong 4-Gil Jongno-Gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$147 per night from 28 May to 29 May
S$147
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,298 reviews)
"Staff are all nice!"

Reviewed on 4 May, 2025

Orakai Insadong Suites
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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
Deoksugung Palace showing 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 Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.

Sogong-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
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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 of the city at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Euljilo 3-ga Station.

Euljiro-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

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