Jongno-gu

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 building with a wooden door and tiled roof.

Bukchon Hanok Village

8.8/10 (3,330 reviews)
You can learn more about the history of Seoul when you make a stop at a top site such as Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

DMZ sign in seoul

DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up

S$54
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

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

S$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour with JSA Museum Defector & Red Bridge Option
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge

S$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour: Exclusive North Korean Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul

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

S$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Hyangwonjeon Pavilion at Gyeongbok Palace on our Best Seoul City Tour

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

S$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library & Temple

Seoul: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots

S$70
per adult
Seoul: Suwon Full-Day Trip to UNESCO Fortress & Trendy Spots
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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 S$201 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
S$201
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,407 reviews)
"Loved central location and you can come back easily to take a break while roaming around"

Reviewed on 18 Aug, 2026

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 S$210 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
S$210
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,038 reviews)
"Recommended. Shops and restaurants surrounded the hotel. Uber was convenient. The hotel was cleaned and properly maintained."

Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2026

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
The Prima Hotel Jongno

The Prima Hotel Jongno

4 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro Seoul
The price is S$175 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$175
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,029 reviews)
"Second time to stay ...best location great service"

Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2026

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$975 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
S$975
26 Aug - 27 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was excellent! One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at."

Reviewed on 18 Aug, 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
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$179 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$179
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (431 reviews)
"Excellent emplacement, mais chambres très petites et trop chaudes l’été Très bon hôtel pour visiter Séoul grâce à son emplacement pratique. Le déjeuner est varié et les chambres sont fonctionnelles, mais elles sont très petites, particulièrement pour trois personnes avec des valises. La salle de ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug, 2026

ibis Ambassador Seoul Insadong (Newly renovated in 2025)
4rest Stay Jongno

4rest Stay Jongno

3 out of 5
105, Yulgok-ro 10-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is S$132 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
S$132
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Bukchon Hanok Village are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
"The location was great."

Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2026

4rest Stay Jongno
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Where to stay in Jongno-gu

Find the best Jongno-gu 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 Seven Luck Casino Seoul Gangnam Branch. 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 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.

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