2024 Hongdae Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

🇰🇷 Hongdae Night life

Hang out with me at Hongdae, the most vibrant area for locals and tourists with its unique nightlife. The night scene here is very happening and you can get access to many clubs, restaurants and bars and sometime spot local celebrities here. Do remember to bring your passport with you to prove you are of legal age and some places do reject overage customers. The kpop scene here is almost similar to us and the club only get busy after 11pm. There is no need to enter the clubs because you can just get a drink and enjoy the street performances. #travellerswonderland #100WaysOfTravel #southkorea #seoul #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

[Korea/Hongdae] A dog shop where you can't help but buy too much🐶♡

#0yentravelautumn ＿＿＿＿＿＿＿ 𝙸𝚗𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚖𝚊𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 ￣￣￣￣￣￣￣ 𖠿 BITE ME (Baito Me Yeonnam Sakuradori Branch) ⚑ 229-62 Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul ⌚︎ 12:00-21:00 𓀤 Hongik University Station Exit 3 504m ◾︎ Japanese × ＿＿＿＿＿ 𝚁𝚎𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠 ￣￣￣￣￣ There were so many dog ​​goods in the small store that I was excited 🥺♩ The clothes were cute and the other goods were cute too 🤍 Among them, there were so many toys, and they were all so cute that I wanted them all 🧸 I bought cherries 990w and fruit sandwiches 900w 💸 There are so many goods that you might end up buying too much, so if you're a dog lover, be sure to come 😉♩ #Trip to Korea #Trip to Seoul

The Vibrant Streets of Hongdae in Seoul 🇰🇷

Last year I visited South Korea and spent about 2 weeks in Seoul. During my time there I explored many areas of the city including Myeongdong, Gangnam and Itaewon, but ultimately my favourite area was definitely Hongdae! Hongdae is a neighbourhood in Seoul, South Korea and it is named after Hongik University, which is nearby. It’s famous for its culture of arts and music, vibey local shops, cafes and entertainment. There is a large and well known clubbing and bar scene in Hongdae, and is speculated to be the top place to go clubbing in Seoul. Here you can find a wide variety of music genres and different types of bars 🍻 #seoultrip #seoul #southkorea #seoultrip #korea #southkoreatrip #koreatrip #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #hongdae

Seoul Hongdae｜Adorable Cake Shop with No Reservation Needed.

Korean cake shops are so beautiful and perfect for photos 😍 Planning to buy a birthday cake for a friend in Korea? This is the place to go. Every cake here is beautiful, cute, and delicious. It's perfect for celebrating with your besties and taking photos together 📷 If you're celebrating with just one friend, they even have mini cakes the size of your palm. And the prices are reasonable, ranging from 20,000w to 35,000w (depending on the size). Turtlehip 터틀힙 📍565-19 Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Perfect for your morning routine! A bakery cafe open all year round in Hongdae 🥐

It's about a 3-minute walk from Hongik University Station Exit 3! This bakery cafe is open from 10am! 🥯 It's on the first floor of the building, and the blue sign is the landmark! 🚶 Perfect for a morning trip to Korea✨ I'm also very happy that it's open every day! ! The entrance is very stylish! ! When you push through the big revolving door and enter, you'll be greeted by the delicious smell of bread! The wood-like interior is very stylish✨ There is an order counter and bread in the center, and surrounding it are counter seats and table seats! ! There are a lot of seats, so I don't think you'll be unable to sit down! ! You pick up your own bread and take it to the register! I went in the evening, but there was a lot of bread left! ! I was before my flight, so I only had lemonade this time, but next time I go, I'll eat bread inside the store🍞 There is no Japanese menu, but you can drink in Hangul and English! There are also a lot of drinks on the menu! About 3500w to 7000w! Bread is also about 4000w to 7000w! You can use cash, cards, and wowpasses! ✨ You can get cute stickers for free at the order counter! ✨ The staff won't ask you to take them, so just say "I'll have some" 🫶 After ordering, you wait at your seat and when you're called, you go to pick it up! Once you're done, return it to the counter and say "thank you" 😋 They're open until 10pm, so it's perfect for a night cafe! 🌙 If you go to Hongdae, be sure to check it out! ^ ^♪ 📍tytd 🚃154-23 Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul 👣About 3 minutes walk from Hongik University Station Exit 3 ⌛️10:00-22:00 Last order 21:30 📞02-325-0205 #Korea #KoreaTrip #KoreanCafe #HongikUniversity #HongikUniversityCafe #HongikUniversityEntrance #Hongdae #HongdaeCafe #Cafe #CafeHour #BakeryCafe

【Seoul Attractions】NOUDIT Hongdae: An Open-Air Space.

Hongdae is not only for shopping but also offers a hipster space to chill and 'hea'. At NOUDIT Hongdae, there's an open-air space where you'll know you've arrived once you see the yellow mascot landmark! The weather was great that day, ☀️☀️🕶️ basking in the sunlight at the open plaza, enjoying the natural light. There's also a bookstore and a coffee shop ☕️ nearby. Ordered a cup of coffee and a small shell cake, both of high quality. Peaceful and comfortable, I'll bring my close friends next time for a picnic 🧺. NOUDIT Hongdae. (누디트 홍대). [ Cultural Space ]

Shop and see cherry blossoms at Hongdae

While I was shopping and walking along Hongdae, I realise they also have cherry blossoms trees! You can’t miss out because there are almost everywhere! It’s so beautiful 🌸 If you haven’t been to Hongdae, you definitely should as it is super happening & there are many shopping & food options. The clothes they sell there are inexpensive as well. If you are a looking for a place to party, this is the place to go as well or you can sing karaoke 🎤 📍Hongik University Station #cherryblossom2024

【Hongdae-Hapjeong】Terarosa Coffee: Cherry Blossom Flavored Coffee Beans, perfect for reading and savoring.

Attracted by the 🌸🌸 cherry blossom flavored coffee beans, I discovered this great place for reading and drinking coffee. Terarosa Coffee is a spacious coffee shop and roastery that includes a coffee factory, cafe, restaurant, bakery, art shop, coffee museum, and garden. Its signature product is a variety of drip coffees. In addition to that, Terarosa also offers a wide range of other beverages and desserts. The roasting area provides baked goods and cookies, which perfectly complement the coffee. The venue is also known for its stunning natural surroundings, red brick architecture, and chic industrial interior. Address: 460-25 Seogyo-dong Mapo-gu Seoul

【Within 10 minutes walk from Hongdae】Harry Potter Concept Cafe.

☆943KING'S CROSS☆ ☆Access☆ 24, Yanghwa-ro 16-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea 8 minutes walk from Exit 9 of Hongik University Station ☆Business Hours☆ Monday to Thursday 11:30~21:30 Friday to Sunday 10:00~21:30 Experience the world of Harry Potter at this cafe🪄✨ If you go in the afternoon on a weekday, you can enter without waiting in line, but according to a friend, it seems that there was a little wait to get in on weekends! When I visited this time, the 5th floor was closed off, but there are various types of seats prepared according to the concept of each floor, and you can enjoy your meal while taking your time with photos📸 The menu is prepared with a variety of options, from sweet drinks to hearty side dish plates!

Hongik University Station! A bakery cafe that is open early in the morning!

It's conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Hongik University Exit 9! Hongik University's opening times are late, at 11 or 12, but this "offer bakery cafe" opens at 9:00 in the morning! It's also great that it's open until 10 p.m.◎ There are private rooms and even terrace seats, so you won't be unable to sit, but if you want a stylish seat, I recommend you secure one before you go to choose your bread! I went on a weekday opening day and there were a lot of people there! The style is to pick out your favorite bread and order a drink with it when you pay! There is no Japanese menu, so it's smooth if you can speak Korean or English! Drinks are about 5000w to 7000w, and bread was about 5000w! You can use cash and cards, so you won't have any trouble paying! The toilets were also very clean! It's located right next to the station and in an easy-to-find location, so it's perfect when you're tired of shopping in Hongik University! 📍offer bakery cafe 🚃About 5 minutes walk from Hongik University entrance exit 9 👣19 Otterbe Cafe, Hongik University 5-gil, Seoul ⌛️9:00-22:00 Last order 21:30 📞0507-1486-9994 #SeoulTrip #HongdaeCafe #Korea #KoreaTrip #KoreanCafe #SeoulCafe #HongikUniEntrance #HongikUni #HongikUniCafe

[Hongdae, Korea] A restaurant where you can eat delicious kimbap with lots of ingredients

As you leave Hongdae Exit 9 and walk along Hongdae Street lined with clothing stores, you will find [Taram Gimbang] along the road. ✨ At first glance, it seems like it's just takeout, but when you go inside, you'll find an eat-in area at the back. ♪ You can order using a touch panel and choose the language, so it's easy for those who are not confident in Korean. ✨ A paper with your order number will be given to you, and when your number is called, you go to pick it up. In addition to kimbap, you can also order fried foods, so you can feel like you're in Korea! The kimbap is full of ingredients and is filling, but it's so delicious that it's gone in no time. 😋 The tigim is also delicious, so please try it! It's open 24 hours, so you can stop by when you're hungry. ♪ Opening hours: 24 hours #Korea trip #Korean food

Seoul Yeonam-dong Christmas pop-up store Santa's House

#SeoulTravel I went to see the Yeonam-dong pop-up store #Santa'sHouse where you can feel the atmosphere before Christmas🎅 From Santa's space to various types of music boxes, teddy bear keychains, etc. It's a great place to buy Christmas gifts, and if you complete 3 missions, you can even receive gifts🎄 ❤️SANTA'S HOME 🗓️November 22 (Fri) ~ December 15 (Sun) 🕚11:00~21:00 📍50, Donggyo-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul #SeoulDate #SeoulIndoorDateRecommendation #IndoorDate #WinterIndoorDate

Hongdae Shopping street

Hongdae Shopping Street is one of Seoul's most vibrant and youthful areas, known for its trendy shops, street art, and energetic atmosphere. Located near Hongik University, the area is popular with students and young adults, offering a mix of fashion boutiques, unique accessories, and handmade goods. The street comes alive with live performances, art displays, and street food vendors, making it a lively destination for both shopping and entertainment. From independent fashion labels to quirky cafes, Hongdae offers a distinctive blend of creativity and urban flair, perfect for anyone looking to experience Seoul's contemporary culture. #hongdae #korea #seoul #travel

Seoul’s night life: Hongdae

💞Reasons to Recommend: honestly Hongdae is my favorite place in the whole Korea, it has the best party life that are foreigner friendly! So many different clubs for different music tastes, if you’re a group of pretty girls you can basically party for free cuz they will offer you free bottles, free tables, shots , cocktails! We never spend a peny lol And it’s super safe for women you can legit party till 6am And a good area for shopping before 9pm #hongdae #seoul 🗓️Itinerary Scheduling: party starts around 10pm

Large Cafe W.O.A.N in Hongdae

I found such a large cafe right in the middle of Hongdae! It has an outdoor terrace and a basement, with a lot of greenery spread out! When you enter the store, you are greeted by a large chandelier, giving a great sense of openness. After being overwhelmed by the wide variety of bread 🥐 and drinks ☕️, I ended up ordering everything 😹 The basement had a completely different atmosphere, which was very interesting!

Korea always a feel good trip! Never dull. #deliciousfood

Advance Reservations Required! Sanrio Cafe in Korea.

The Sanrio plush toys and pink × neon photo spots are too cute! SANRIO LOVERS CLUB Hongdae Store (산리오러버스클럽 홍대점) Limited-time Sanrio pop-up store until November 30, 2024 The first floor is a Sanrio shop, and the second floor is a Sanrio cafe. Reservations are required for the cafe! The store is full of photo spots! The cafe area on the second floor has different concepts for each character and is super cute! The cafe usage time is 50 minutes. The Sanrio shop on the first floor is free and has no time limit. Line 2, Hongik Univ. Station Exit 9, 10-minute walk Seoul Special City, Mapo-gu, Seogyo-dong 364-14 (서울특별시 마포구 서교동 364-14) 12:00〜21:00

MADE BY

Found this store by chance when explore near hongdae. Lots of cute stickers and prints by local artist

The must-visit cafe 'fillycoffee' at Mangwon Station🩵🩵

I've always wanted to come to this cafe 'fillycoffee'🩵🩵 . The long-awaited fig parfait was so delicious that I finished it in an instant.. As expected, when I come to Korea, I tend to order an Americano🫶🏻 . Despite being a weekday, the cafe was full..!! It seems like there's a lot of waiting on weekends, so I recommend going in the morning🩵 . . .

Recommended Unique Cafes with Roman Ruins Vibe

Luccifel Cafe is a place with a truly unique charm. Thanks to its interior that incorporates elements of ancient Roman architecture, it feels like stepping into a Western castle. The butler cafe concept here is particularly intriguing, as the staff address guests as 'Miss' and serve them with utmost courtesy. The grand pillars and arched ceilings highlight the Western architectural design, making it a unique experience just to have a cup of coffee. With its distinctive atmosphere and attentive service, it's definitely worth a visit. Address: 19-15, Wausan-ro 17-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

[Korea] Anne of Green Gables👧🏻❤️Cafe

The European-style interior is very cute💫 There are large windows, so I recommend going during the day when the sun shines in☀️ I agree with the concept of the shop🥺 I found a wonderful cafe❣️ 🧇French Heart Waffle (프렌치 하트 와플) 7,800W 🍓Miss Cordial (실수 코디얼) 5,800W When an order is placed, the surface of the waffle is caramelized, so it's crispy💫 The drinks are not only cute, but also very delicious🍓 It's like strawberry jam in carbonated water with a rose flavor🫧 It's still new, so it's relatively empty and recommended💫 I hope you'll go and enjoy the world of Anne of Green Gables⭐︎ 📍Location: Nogosan-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul 31-76 🕰️Business hours: 12:00-22:00 (closed on Tuesdays) 💰Price per person: 15,000W #Korea #Korea trip #Korean cafe #Korean food #Hongdae #Hongdae cafe #Korea tourism #Korean cafe tour

A Blue Summer-Themed Cafe in Hongdae

⏰ 11:00~22:00 ☎️ 0507-1485-4499 📍 134 Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 3rd Floor Vertical Coffee is a cafe with a signature blue color theme. The cafe is filled with blue-themed images, and even the drinks have blue accents. The cream soda I ordered was a refreshing blue drink that looks perfect for cooling off on a hot day. They also specialize in whole cakes, so it might be a good idea to pre-order and pick one up for a special occasion.

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Meerkat Friends Cafe Seoul Korea

Honestly way better than i expected. They do provide food and drinks but you are not allowed to bring them inside with the animals. However it is very worth it as they have a variety of animals. Including foxes,kangaroos,dogs,raccoons and mote. The staff are also very friendly and let you interact and take photo with them. Would definitely recommend if you are interested in interacting with these animals.

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Seoul Cafe: Melon Ice and Tiramisu Ice, very delicious but a bit pricey!

When you come to Seoul, visiting cafes is a must! During our five-day, four-night trip to Seoul, we tried various cafes, and one of the best was this Korean Dessert Cafe in Hongdae! This time, we ordered the Melon Ice and Tiramisu Ice. The taste was very delicious, but unfortunately, the price was not very cheap, with one serving costing HKD 90. Overall, the cafe's decor is also very beautiful. As soon as you enter the door, there is a bear decoration welcoming you. The exit staircase outside leads directly to the cafe! Very convenient!

Think Fruit: A Must-Visit Soufflé Cake Shop in Hongdae

📌 Think Fruit ⏰ 11:00~22:00 (Sunday: 11:00~21:00) 📍 1st Floor, 14-12 Wausan-ro 29-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul Think Fruit is a popular soufflé cake shop located in Hongdae. The highlight of Think Fruit is that their drinks and soufflé cakes are generously topped with a variety of fruits. Especially in summer, you can enjoy their peach soufflé cake and peach parfait, making it a great spot for those looking for refreshing and sweet desserts in Hongdae.

The beloved 'teddy beurre house' by Korean cafe enthusiasts has released a new corn-flavored product!!

Such great news,, The beloved 'teddy beurre house' by Korean cafe enthusiasts has released a new corn-flavored product!! Everything from bread and desserts to corn lattes was delicious 🤍 It seems they have also opened a store in Hyundai Seoul Department Store!! There's not much of a wait, so you can buy bread while shopping or take a break at the cafe. It's a must-visit spot.

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Out of this world!

One of the most beautiful shops in Seoul