Step into a Joseon Dynasty Dream: Solo Traveler’s Guide to Gyeongbokgung Palace"** 🏯🌸
by SonnySideUp
Jul 16, 2025
#SummerTravel
Jongno-gu, the heart of Seoul, is a place where streets with stories from the past and trendy sensibilities coexist. Jongno has a charm that is not enough to last a day, from the heritage of the Joseon Dynasty to trendy cafes and art spaces. Today, we will introduce you to the must-see tourist destinations in Jongno-gu.
📍 5 recommended tourist destinations in Jongno-gu
1. Gyeongbokgung Palace & Gwanghwamun Square
Gyeongbokgung Palace, which witnessed the beginning and end of the Joseon Dynasty, is the most famous palace in Seoul. After finishing the palace tour, feel the center of Seoul with historical sculptures at Gwanghwamun Square. It is also a great place to take pictures wearing traditional hanbok.
2. Seochon
To the west of Gyeongbokgung Palace, hidden between narrow alleys are cafes, workshops, and galleries filled with emotion. Seochon, where old hanoks and modern spaces coexist harmoniously, is a great neighborhood to take a walk and reflect.
3. Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
This is a hot place where emotional cafes, restaurants, and select shops that have been renovated from traditional hanoks are gathered. During the day, it is quiet, and at night, the lighting creates a lively atmosphere, making it a popular date spot.
4. Insa-dong
This street is lined with traditional crafts, galleries, and tea houses, making it a popular cultural space for foreign tourists. These days, there are many modern galleries and dessert cafes, making it a place that people of all ages can enjoy.
5. Changdeokgung Palace and Rear Garden
Changdeokgung Palace, the royal villa of the Joseon Dynasty that breathes with nature, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In particular, we recommend making a reservation and taking a tour of the rear garden, also known as the secret garden.
✅ Remembering a Day in Jongno
Jongno, Seoul, is not just a tourist attraction; it is a cultural center where time-worn alleys and modern sensibilities come together. Jongno is a street that you want to capture with your eyes and heart longer than with a camera.
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