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

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

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

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

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

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

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$101
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$75
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$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Things to Do - Half Day Seoul Trip (Seoul Palace & Temple)
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience

Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)

S$90
per adult
Korean bath house Jimjilbang experience (women only)
Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night

Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night

S$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Palace, Temple and Market Guided Foodie Tour at Night
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Top hotels in Jongno-gu

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 S$135 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
S$135
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (100 reviews)
"The hotel was modern and in a good location."

Reviewed on 24 Aug, 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 S$139 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$139
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,125 reviews)
"Best location, easy walk to iconic sites and very near train station. Many dining options in the area."

Reviewed on 25 Aug, 2025

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is S$771 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$771
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful place with great staff, great amenities for a very comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 22 Aug, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
AMID HOTEL SEOUL

AMID HOTEL SEOUL

4 out of 5
38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$153 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
S$153
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
N285 Hotel Insadong

N285 Hotel Insadong

2 out of 5
423 Samil-daero, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$118 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
S$118
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (406 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 18 Aug, 2025

N285 Hotel Insadong
JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul

5 out of 5
279, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$446 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$446
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 in our reviews. Popular ...
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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 showing interior views and art

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 park 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 a city, shopping 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
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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 featuring a city, markets and street scenes

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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