Jongno-gu

Seoul
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes a park, a city and a river or creek

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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Gwangjang Traditional 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 Traditional Market
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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
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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

Things to do

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Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul

S$114
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Drinking and Eating through the Alleys of Seoul
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Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seoul highlights (Small group)

S$101
Per adult
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seoul highlights (Small group)
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Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert

S$131
Per adult
Best Walking Tour to Gyeongbok Palace n Bukchon with Expert
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Color Pool Museum

S$17
Per adult
Color Pool Museum
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Small-Group Seoul Morning Royal Palaces Tour

S$58
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Seoul Morning Royal Palaces Tour
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Unique Authentic Food Adventure in Gwangjang Market

S$111
Per adult
Unique Authentic Food Adventure in Gwangjang Market
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Top hotels in Jongno-gu

Hotel Venue G
Hotel Venue G
3.5 out of 5
117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is S$82 per night from 16 May to 17 May
S$82
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Fantastic
"Great place to stay. We stayed for 10 nights and had a deluxe triple room. Bathroom was a bit small but the room size was fantastic in comparison to other Asian cities. Location was great across the stream. We had a trip to busan for 4 days and they kept our luggage even though we had checked out. ..."

Reviewed on 2 May,2024

Hotel Venue G
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong
Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong
4 out of 5
49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$166 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
S$166
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
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! (1,668 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel with a great mall underneath leading to a street filled with interesting shops cafes and restaurants and a tube station 3 minutes walk away. A really good base for exploring Seoul"

Reviewed on 11 May,2024

Nine Tree Premier Hotel Insadong
The Prima Hotel Jongno
The Prima Hotel Jongno
3.5 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$136 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
S$136
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"Good location close to a subway and a lot of busses. Staff is very helpful. Room was pretty spacious and clean. Shower is very nice. Glad I booked this hotel!"

Reviewed on 9 May,2024

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 S$637 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
S$637
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing experience with excellent customer service and an amazing location. Highly recommended to all travelers!"

Reviewed on 10 May,2024

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is S$176 per night from 19 May to 20 May
S$176
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,054 reviews)
"Very comfortable room with a deep bath tub and lovely view of the city."

Reviewed on 10 May,2024

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
AMID HOTEL SEOUL
4 out of 5
38, Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$147 per night from 14 May to 15 May
S$147
per night
14 May - 15 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
"Amid Hotel is in a convenient area for walking to sights and restaurants. Our room was quiet . The staff very helpful"

Reviewed on 6 May,2024

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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
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
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
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes modern architecture as well as a couple

Jung-gu

4.5/5(263 area reviews)

Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.

Jung-gu
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park which includes a city as well as a small group of people

Gwanghui-dong

While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.

Gwanghui-dong

Jongno-gu