Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Gwanghwamun / Jongno, South Korea

November 8, 2021 Deane Carmody

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

Changgyeonggung 185 Changgyeonggung-ro Jongno-gu, Seoul 03072 South Korea 82-42-481-4737 http://cgg.cha.go.kr
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4.5 based on 736 reviews

Changgyeonggung Palace

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. Ikseon-dong Hanok Street

Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul South Korea
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Ikseon-dong Hanok Street

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.

3. Jongmyo Shrine

157, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03135 South Korea +82 2-765-0195 http://jm.cha.go.kr
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4.0 based on 736 reviews

Jongmyo Shrine

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

4. Gwanghwamun Gate

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03045 South Korea +82 2-3700-3901 http://www.royalpalace.go.kr:8080/content/data/data_03.asp
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4.0 based on 982 reviews

Gwanghwamun Gate

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.

5. Kwangjang Market

88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03195 South Korea +82 2-2267-0291 [email protected] http://www.kwangjangmarket.co.kr
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4.0 based on 2,307 reviews

Kwangjang Market

Though known as a market for clothes, for those in-the-know, this market is actually a foodie’s dream. Gwangjang offers a cornucopia of cheap, traditional Korean snacks and “street foods.” Try the giant mung-bean pancakes for an authentic, affordable treat.

Reviewed By Wontonlovesfood

Delicious netflixfamous Mungbung pancakes, steamy hot knifecut noodles from the netflixlady, dokkbokki, soondae, soju, streetfood between locals at its top with heatwarming seats

6. Bosingak

54, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03189 South Korea +82 42-481-4650
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4.0 based on 60 reviews

Bosingak

7. Ujeongchongguk

59, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03144 South Korea +82 2-734-8369 http://www.koreapost.go.kr/kpost/sub/subpage.jsp?contId=070701010000
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4.0 based on 8 reviews

Ujeongchongguk

8. Gwanghwamun Square

172, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03154 South Korea +82 2-2133-7732 http://plaza.seoul.go.kr/gwanghwamun
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Gwanghwamun Square

Reviewed By 590jhl - Seoul, South Korea

One of the most popular touristic spots in Seoul. Good to visit. - The best time to visit is when it has the least protest. - The cascaded water path having the tree of Korean kings on the ground is impressive.

9. The Story of King Sejong & The Story of Admiral Yi Sunshin

175, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03172 South Korea +82 2-399-1000 [email protected] http://www.sejongstory.or.kr/main/main.asp
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4.0 based on 58 reviews

The Story of King Sejong & The Story of Admiral Yi Sunshin

Reviewed By blairabroad2012 - Hong Kong, China

We saw the two statues and decided to explore further. Lovely little find - on our way to Gyeongbukgong Palace - all underground - and a great experience to learn more about Seoul's history. A great surprise and really fascinating!

10. Jonggak Avenue of Youth

84-15 Jongno 2-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul South Korea +82 10-5145-4202
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3.5 based on 21 reviews

Jonggak Avenue of Youth

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