Jongno-dong Travel Guide

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Insadong showing art and interior views

Popular places to visit

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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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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
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Jogyesa Temple

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Experience the serenity and festival atmosphere of this colorful temple, which is the spiritual heart of Zen Buddhism in Korea.

Jogyesa Temple
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Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park
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Cheonggye Plaza

Admire the iconic Spring Sculpture and Candlelight Fountain, attend a cultural event, or stroll along the urban stream that gave rise to this urban square.

Cheonggye Plaza
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Changdeokgung Palace

You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Changdeokgung Palace. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Changdeokgung Palace

Top hotels in Jongno-dong

Hotel Venue G
Hotel Venue G
3.5 out of 5
117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is ₹4,407 per night from 29 May to 30 May
₹4,407
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 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
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The price is ₹8,484 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹8,484
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,672 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 14 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
The price is ₹9,238 per night from 21 May to 22 May
₹9,238
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong ...
9/10 Wonderful! (77 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
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun
4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
The price is ₹9,391 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹9,391
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)
"Room was very clean with comfortable beds. Would definitely recommend to others."

Reviewed on 14 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 ₹8,491 per night from 29 May to 30 May
₹8,491
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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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Hotel Atrium
Hotel Atrium
3.5 out of 5
106, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno, Seoul
The price is ₹6,819 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹6,819
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location
"The hotel is a short walk from subway station. You can reach many local attractions within 30 minutes of subway. Food are easily accessible from the day and night markets nearby."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Hotel Atrium
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Other neighbourhoods around Jongno-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
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
Gwangjang Traditional Market which includes 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 Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.

Jongno-gu
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
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

Jongno-dong Travel Guide