Places to visit in Jongno-gu

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• Jongno and Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone

  This area brings together traditional shops, markets, and old alleys around Jongno and Cheonggyecheon. Enjoy the lively main streets and a walk by the water.

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• Gyeongbokgung Palace

  This was the main palace of the Joseon dynasty. Enter through Gwanghwamun to explore the broad courtyard of Geunjeongjeon, the pond at Gyeonghoeru, and paths between the palace buildings.

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• Gwanghwamun and Deoksugung Palace

  This central city area stretches from Gwanghwamun to Deoksugung Palace. Walk among palaces, plazas, and stone wall paths to see both historic and present-day Seoul.

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• Bosingak Pavilion

  This traditional pavilion stands at the Jongno intersection and is associated with the bell that once marked time in the walled capital. Take a look at the pavilion standing in the middle of the main street.

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• Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine

  This area includes Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo, the royal ancestral shrine. Follow the palace buildings, forest paths, and walls to experience the distinct atmosphere of these royal spaces.

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• Dongdaemun Station

  This station area is a stop on the way to Heunginjimun Gate and the Dongdaemun shopping district. Explore the gate, city walls, and streets lined with clothing shops.

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• Hyehwa Station

  This is a starting point for Daehangno's theaters and Marronnier Park. Walk through the alleys between small theaters, then stop by nearby restaurants and cafes before or after a show.

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• Gwangjang Market

  This traditional market combines fabric and clothing shops with food alleys. Try market dishes such as mung bean pancakes and enjoy the lively, narrow lanes.

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• Bukchon Hanok Village

  Traditional Korean houses cluster in this village between Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung Palace. Take in the alleys and views over the rooftops, and walk quietly where residents live.

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• Seochon

  These old residential alleys lie west of Gyeongbokgung Palace. Walk among hanok houses and small shops, and explore the area around Tongin Market to see everyday neighborhood life.

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• Insadong

  This street is lined with traditional craft shops, art galleries, and teahouses. Explore the main street, then look for small exhibition spaces and shops in the inner alleys.

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• Gwanghwamun Square

  This city square sits on Sejong-daero in front of Gwanghwamun. See the statues of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin, along with the open view toward Gyeongbokgung Palace.

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• Ikseon-dong

  These alleys are lined with restaurants and cafes in small, renovated hanok houses. Follow the narrow, winding lanes to admire the buildings and courtyards.

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• Songhyeon Green Plaza

  This urban green space opens up the Songhyeon-dong site, once hidden behind high walls. It is a good place to take a break while walking among nearby palaces and Bukchon.

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• Seoul Museum of Craft Art

  A museum where you can explore craftworks and how they are made.

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• National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

  A museum exploring Korea's modern and contemporary history.

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• Seoul Museum of History

  A museum exploring Seoul's history and how the city has changed.

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Scenes of the area

• From palace grounds to hanok lanes and markets.
• Jongno's museums of crafts and history.

Nearby areas

• Jung-guNext door
• Dongdaemun-guNext door
• Seongbuk-guNext door
• Eunpyeong-guNext door
• Seodaemun-guNext door
• Goyang-siNext door