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 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

￥6,099
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour

￥5,177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nighttime Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ Tour Led by a Retired Military Officer

Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A

￥8,942
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Half-Day DMZ, Retired Military Officer & Defector Q&A
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike

￥8,484
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seoul: Nami Island and Garden of Morning Calm opt Railbike
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge and Gondola

Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options

￥7,060
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour, JSA Museum, Defector Talk & Bridge Options
Picture 1 for Activity Seoul: DMZ Tour, 3rd Tunnel, Suspension Bridge & NK Defector

Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge

￥6,589
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seoul: DMZ Tour & North Korean Defector, Suspension Bridge
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Jongno-gu Hotel Deals

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

3 out of 5
49, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul Seoul
The price is ￥27,479 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥27,479
￥30,466 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (2,048 reviews)
"Very well situated and convenient. Extremely comfortable room. Beds were great!"

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG
Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong

4 out of 5
71, Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ￥28,031 per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
￥28,031
￥31,180 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,481 reviews)
"Location and suite were perfect. I would stay again."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong
Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

5 out of 5
97, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ￥138,387 per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
￥138,387
￥152,226 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"This is the best-located luxury hotel in Seoul. The level of service they provide to their guests in impeccable. If you want the city at your doorstep without sacrificing a moment of comfort, book it and upgrade your room to the Palace View. We'll definitely stay here again next time we're in ..."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 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 ￥22,225 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥22,225
￥24,641 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,225 reviews)
"Location is great however really busy. Which means it’s not that quiet in the suite. You can hear noises from neighbouring suites. Also the cleaning staff start cleaning well before checkout time (around 8-ish when check out is 11am) which adds to more noise. Overall the hotel is good and no general ..."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

AMID HOTEL SEOUL
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

3 out of 5
46 Ujeongguk-ro Seoul
The price is ￥25,495 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥25,495
￥28,266 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,125 reviews)
"It was clean and centrally located. It was akin to staying at a Holiday Inn Express in the US. Basic/affordable accommodations. Mattress was very firm which we did not care for."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong
Hotel Venue G

Hotel Venue G

3 out of 5
117, Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu Seoul
The price is ￥17,370 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
￥17,370
￥21,423 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,154 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to a lot of great streets, trains and buses. The hotel rooms are small and basic but clean and quiet. Good for a quick stay in Seoul"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

Hotel Venue G
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Where to stay in Jongno-gu

Find the best Jongno-gu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Jongno-gu
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A cityscape at night with illuminated Christmas lights, a prominent church with a spire, and modern buildings.

Myeong-dong

Travelers love Myeong-dong for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Myeongdong Street and Myeongdong Cathedral.

A statue with a pagoda-like roof, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a cityscape in the background.

Gangnam-gu

Travelers love Gangnam-gu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Cheongdam Station or Gangnam-gu Office Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like COEX Convention and Exhibition Center and Starfield COEX Mall.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and multiple bridges.

Hongdae

Spend some time visiting places like Gyeongui Line Forest Park while getting to know Hongdae, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard 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

Dongdaemun-gu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongdu Station or Jegi-dong Station to explore sights like Gyeongdong Market.

A street with a shop displaying colorful items and a sign for an antique shop.

Insa-dong

Travelers come to Insa-dong for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Insa-dong and Alive Museum Insadong while you're in town.

Jongno-gu

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