Jongno-gu Travel Guide

Seoul

A busy street with various shops, signs, and a motorcycle parked on the side.
A river with a walkway on one side, surrounded by buildings and greenery.
A traditional Korean palace with stone lanterns and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.
A traditional Korean palace with a large, ornate gate and a mountain in the background.
A statue of a seated figure with a pedestal inscribed with text.

Stay near popular Jongno-gu attractions

A traditional Korean gate with intricate designs and multiple levels, set against a backdrop of lush green mountains.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

9.0/10 (7,299 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.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

Rp723.150
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)

Rp541.950
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

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

Rp903.250
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong & Waujeongsa & Starfield Heritage Tour

Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong & Waujeongsa & Starfield Heritage Tour

Rp903.937
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong & Waujeongsa & Starfield Heritage Tour
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option

Rp812.925
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
From Seoul: Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour

From Seoul: Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour

Rp1.159.773
per adult
From Seoul: Jeonju Hanok Village Full-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Jongno-gu

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is Rp2.511.618 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp2.511.618
Rp2.762.780 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
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 Rp2.615.703 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.615.703
Rp2.877.269 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
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 Rp1.871.402 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.871.402
Rp2.058.542 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (401 reviews)
"Surpassed expectations! Great value and location. I was initially hesitant to stay at an Ibis due to a past bad experience in Europe, but I decided to give this location a chance since it was recently renovated. I was pleasantly surprised! The hotel was great—clean, modern rooms and very friendly ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno

4 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro Seoul
The price is Rp2.130.850 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.130.850
Rp2.343.935 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Prima Hotel Jongno
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is Rp10.940.291 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp10.940.291
Rp12.034.320 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"FLAWLESS stay!! Stayed one last night when we returned from Busan and had a very restful night before our early morning flight to Tokyo."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

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 Rp2.585.490 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.585.490
Rp2.844.039 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
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Where to stay in Jongno-gu

Find the best Jongno-gu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Jongno-gu
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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 Gyeongui Line Forest Park, 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 modern building with a large sign, steps leading up to it, and people walking around.

Yongsan-gu

Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.

Jongno-gu Travel Guide