Jung-gu

Seoul

Dongdaemun Design Plaza featuring modern architecture as well as a couple
Dongdaemun Design Plaza featuring modern architecture and interior views as well as a small group of people
Jung-gu
Dongdaemun Design Plaza featuring interior views
Dongdaemun Design Plaza which includes interior views

Historic meets modern in this central district of Seoul, where good food, unique architecture and mountainous green spaces come together. 

Jung-gu (Jung district) is at the heart of South Korea’s capital. Find the Seoul City Hall here, where the rules and regulations of the city are made. Although it serves an important administrative function, the area also has a lot to draw tourists, from museums and historic sites to great restaurants and a super-high viewing point.

Much of Jung-gu is residential, so it is a pleasant spot to escape the crowds of some of Seoul’s other central districts. Start at City Hall Plaza and be sure to bring your camera. The sight of the hypermodern new City Hall rising from directly behind the historic original City Hall makes very interesting photos.

Next, have a meal at Sindang-dong Tteokbokki Town. Walk beneath the tall blue arch that marks the entrance to this well-loved food street. Many locals will tell you it offers the best ddukbokki (sometimes written as “tteokbokki”) anywhere in Seoul. These spicy stir-fried rice cakes are a must-try Korean specialty.

When your stomach is full, head to N Seoul Tower. Pause to have your portrait painted by one of the artists at the foot of the tower. Ascend to the tower’s viewing platform, the highest in the city, for truly spectacular views of the area below.

The tower is located in Namsan Park, a vast green space that offers an idyllic oasis within the city. Wander the scenic trails that wind to the peak of Namsan Mountain. Another peaceful spot in Jung is Jangchungdan Park, where old-fashioned, ornate Korean buildings are scattered throughout.

In the evening, enjoy some culture at the National Theater of Korea. Watch a dance show that you can appreciate without knowing the Korean language.

Jung-gu station is very central. Reach it from Seoul station in about 20 minutes. Once here, the best way to explore the area, especially its sprawling green spaces, is on foot.


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Top hotels in Jung-gu

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong

4 out of 5
362, Samil-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul
The price is S$180 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$180
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,571 reviews)
"Excellent location, central to many tourist areas of Seoul. Offers room with 2 beds, however rooms were very small."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

LOTTE City Hotel Myeongdong
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

4 out of 5
36, Sejong-daero 11-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$229 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$229
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,814 reviews)
"This hotel was central to everything we needed (very walkable): restaurants, train station, airport bus limo station, markets, shopping, you name it. Staff were friendly and answered our questions. WOWPass kiosk was a game changer. The room was spacious and comfortable. I would definitely book this ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

4 out of 5
15, Namdaemun-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$133 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$133
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,603 reviews)
"The property was clean. We had an issue with the shower on our first night, but property maintenance and front desk staff coordinated well and resolved it promptly. However, the toilet had a persistent unpleasant odor throughout our stay."

Reviewed on 11 Jul, 2025

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
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 S$155 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
S$155
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Myeongdong Street and Namdaemun Market are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
CPAP-incompatible hotel
"Beautifully designed, and relatively spacious for the price in Seoul. However, inexplicably, there was no plug near the head of the bed, which is incompatible with a sleeper who uses a CPAP. I managed a workaround by inverting my orientation, with my head at the foot of the bed. But this is a strange ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Step Inn Myeongdong 1

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

3 out of 5
15F, 55 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Seoul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (948 reviews)
"the hotel is really clean and the staff was all very polite and helpful, highly recommended"

Reviewed on 13 Jul, 2025

Step Inn Myeongdong 1
The Westin Josun Seoul

The Westin Josun Seoul

5 out of 5
106, Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
The price is S$392 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
S$392
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Would love to be back for relaxation"

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

The Westin Josun Seoul
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Other neighbourhoods around Jung-gu

Dongdaemun History & Culture Park showing 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
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
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
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
Gwangjang Traditional Market featuring signage

Jongno-gu

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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

Jongno-gu


Jung-gu