Jongno-dong Travel Guide

Seoul

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a hotel and a tourist information center, at dusk.
A cityscape at night with illuminated skyscrapers, including a building with a green sign and another with a sign reading 'Standard Chartered.'
A nighttime cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a tree-lined pathway, and a river.
A cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, traffic lights, and a speed limit sign.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a river, and a Western-style bar.

Stay near popular Jongno-dong attractions

A street market with various stalls selling textiles and accessories.

Dongdaemun Market Mall

9.0/10 (2 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge

Rp982.355
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Entry Ticket

Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options

Rp785.884
per adult
Seoul Lotte World Adventure Admission Tickets with options
DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp682.828
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Rp589.413
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)

Rp893.050
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

Seoul : DMZ N.Korean interview Suspension Bridge Gyeongbokgung

Rp675.860
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul : DMZ N.Korean interview Suspension Bridge Gyeongbokgung
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Top hotels in Jongno-dong

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

4 out of 5
23-1 Eulji-ro 19-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.935.658 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp2.935.658
Rp3.229.224 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Dongdaemun ...
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

3 out of 5
293, Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu Seoul
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.310.562 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.310.562
Rp1.441.618 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
Hotel Gracery Seoul

Hotel Gracery Seoul

4 out of 5
12, Sejong-daero 12-gil, Jung-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.635.184 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.635.184
Rp2.898.702 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,257 reviews)
"Loved the view from my floor. Also the staff were so helpful and professional. The amenities, eye mask , and bath salts came in handy as my legs and feet were sore from walking everywhere. Last but not least the breakfast buffet was delicious. They served a variety of Korean and western style dishes ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Hotel Gracery Seoul
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam

3 out of 5
323 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu Seoul
The price is Rp1.468.361 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp1.468.361
Rp1.615.197 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,754 reviews)
"One downside is that the hotel room was smaller than I thought it would be."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

3 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU Seoul
The price is Rp1.906.278 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.906.278
Rp2.096.912 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and love the room layout especially for a solo traveler like me. The room was very spacious with sitting area and space for luggage and personal items."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

5 out of 5
30, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is Rp6.030.769 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp6.030.769
Rp7.297.230 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)
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Where to stay in Jongno-dong

Find the best Jongno-dong areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated signs and storefronts.

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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building and a tall glass structure.

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 Starfield COEX Mall. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station.

A street with various shops, including a waffle shop and a coffee shop.

Hongdae

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.

A modern architectural structure with a curved design and a tall building in the background.

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.

A bustling street with traditional Korean architecture, modern buildings, and a crowd of people.
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Jongno-gu

Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bukchon Hanok Village and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-dong Travel Guide