City: Jongno 1.2.3.4 ga-dong
Top Things to do in Jongno 1.2.3.4 ga-dong
The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Jongno 1.2.3.4 ga-dong, South Korea
Seoul is the business and cultural hub of South Korea, where skyscrapers tower over Buddhist temples. Take it all in from the N Seoul Tower, built atop a peak in Namsan Park. The teahouses and shops of Insadong give you a taste of Korean flavor, which you can further experience with a visit to the grounds and museums of Gyeongbokgung. UNESCO World Heritage Site Changdeokgung Palace is a fine example of authentic ancient architecture.
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1. Changgyeonggung Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 736 reviews
Reviewed By abhooo - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
This is an amazing place and we had so much fun! We have tried their tradition costume (Hanbok) and tour around the palace. A huge place to roam around and very interesting history!
2. Bugaksan Seoul Fortress
3. Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By 707karenq
We took a leisurely walk from our hotel near Euljiro 3-ga to Ikseon-dong Hanok Street. It is relatively easy to locate. You can use NaverMap to guide you there as google map doesn’t work well in South Korea. Loads of instagram worthy spots and cafes. There is a nice little hotteok stall near Seine Dessert. Seine Dessert is another cute little cafe with pretty desserts and nice and different European themed interior on each floor. Apart from Hotteok, we tried the pancake at Flipper’s. How was the pancake? Good, but i still prefer Pauline Pancake. Apart from Cafes, there are also bakeries and shops that sells hats, accessories and flowers. You can spend some good 2 hours in this area.
4. Jongmyo Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 736 reviews
The ancestral shrine of the Choson kings, is one of Korea's most precious cultural monuments. In 1995, UNESCO recognized the value of the shrine by including it on its World Heritage List.
Reviewed By SPSurat
A must visit site that can be visited ONLY with free guided tours provided on-site. English speaking tours are at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm. You are not allowed to join other language tours. On saturdays, you can enter the shrine on your own without a tour guide. Entrance fee is 1000 won incl tour guide
5. Gwanghwamun Gate
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 982 reviews
This gate was constructed in 1395 as the main entrance from the majestic Sejong Boulevard into Kyongbuk Palace. Three arched gates and a two-story pavilion are typical of the architectural design of that period. Completely reconstructed after years of conflict and falling into disrepair, it is now made of modern concrete and steel. It presently serves as a secondary entrance to Kwanghwamun Park.
Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States
There are 3 gates that you must enter to reach the palace. It is the Gwanghwamun Gate that is the first gate. It is not the prettiest or most intricate. However, it is the this gate that separates the world of the 1400’s from the 21st century. It seems easy to say but unless you visit you will not understand this juxtaposition. On one side are modern skyscrapers, heavy traffic and the bustle of the current world. On the other side is the palace which when in it appears like it’s isolated in the calm natural environment. It is quiet and ancient and appears just as it was 600 years ago. However these two different environments are separated by only 15 feet of wall. Again you just have to experience it.
6. Jonggk Station Solar Garden
7. Insadong
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6,414 reviews
Though touristy, this vibrant neighborhood is one of the cultural and artistic hubs of Seoul. Great tea houses, restaurants, street food, galleries and souvenir shops make it a must-see area.
Reviewed By Hai65 - Kuching, Malaysia
If you are into creative arts and culture, this is the place to me. There are lots of quirky shops selling handmade embroidery and local arts and crafts. There is a beautiful building called Ssamzegil that is dedicated to the local arts and crafts and one can find a lot of treasures in most of the shops. The items can be a bit pricey but some are worth having due to their uniqueness. Definitely worth a visit.
8. Naminsa Madang
9. Unhyeongung
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By Culinary-Consultants - Ferrara, Italy
This place is seemingly like most palaces we have seen in Seoul. Speaking fro a design, layout and architectural pint of view. But historically speaking the Unhyeongung Palace has a rich history on its own. The Unhyeongung Palace, also known as Unhyeongung Royal Residence, is a former Korean royal residence here in, Seoul, Korea. It was formerly the residence of the Heungseon Daewongun; a prince regent of Korea during the Joseon Dynasty in the 19th century, and father of Emperor Gojong. We had the luck to go during a sunny day regardless of the bitter winter this January 2020. The thing that stroke us the most is its seemingly resemblance to Japanese style homes and the materials used in it; which are also in line with the Japanese style. The gardens are filled with large, medium and nano Bonsai trees. The total atmosphere is one of relaxing and one of meditation. A real treat today for us. This palace is quaint and not nearly as colorful as the others. The wood has not been painted the colorful hues of green, red and yellows like the grander palaces, Changdeokgung for example, but that means this one is just a little different and just a little special that way. We highly recommend this beautiful palace as one of the least good looking ones, but the one with most charm of all the 5 palaces to be visited in Seoul.
