Hongdae (Hongik University Street) (홍대)

7.4Km 2025-04-14

20 Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hongdae is a neighborhood known for its youthful ambience, with shops selling everything from clothing and cosmetics to living goods and books, as well as unique cafés and restaurants. The streets are also filled with buskers and dance performances, making a walk here quite entertaining. Special streets such as ateliers’ street (lined with private institutions for art students preparing for university entrance exams), Picasso’s Street, and Club Street are also must-go places for anyone hoping to fully experience the Hongdae area.

Seoul Bongeunsa Temple (봉은사 (서울))

7.4Km 2024-10-24

531 Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3218-4800

Once known as Gyeonseongsa Temple, Bongeunsa Temple is located north of COEX, and was constructed in the 10th year of Silla King Weongseong’s reign (794). In 1498, Queen Jeonghyeon refurbished Gyeonseongsa Temple and renamed it Bongeunsa Temple.

Originally located near the Royal Tomb of King Seongjong, the temple was transferred to its current location during Joseon King Myeongjong’s reign. The temple is home to 3,479 Buddhist scriptures of 13 types, including the works of Kim Jeong-hee. The Buddhist ceremony called Jeongdaebulsa is held on the ninth day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar, where monks march carrying the scriptures on their heads and recite the Beopseongge (Buddhist rites).

Olive Young - Singangnam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신강남점)

7.4Km 2024-06-26

31, Bongeunsa-ro 2-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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ab Cafe At Bali (에이비카페 At Bali)

7.4Km 2024-10-29

32 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

A cafe where you can experience digital drawing
It is a cafe with the concept of a vacation resort with an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in a Southeast Asian resort. The upbeat atmosphere with rattan furniture placed here and there is always popular enough to be fully booked. The Wacom Lounge on the 3rd floor is a space where ‘Wacom One’, optimized for webtoon creation, is installed. Anyone can use it, and you can experience digital drawing, editing, and correction with the 'Wacom One' tablet.

AORI RAMEN - Hongdae Branch(아오리의행방불명 홍대)

7.4Km 2021-04-15

76, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-332-3767

This is a cafe located in Namdong-gu, Incheon. The representative menu is coffee. Enjoy coffee and sandwiches together.

ABC-Mart - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 홍대점)

7.4Km 2024-04-23

17, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Artbox - Seogyo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (아트박스 서교)

7.4Km 2024-04-18

#101, and #103, 19, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Yoon's Color (윤스칼라)

7.4Km 2019-03-19

12, Wausan-ro 14-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Yoon's Color, previously known as the "Four Seasons House," is located in Sangsu-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul and features props, items, photos and sets from director Yoon Suk-Ho's four seasons’ dramas series. "Autumn in my Heart (2000)," "Winter Sonata (2002)," "Summer Scent (2003)," and "Spring Waltz (2006)" are among some of the most famous Hallyu dramas and capture the theme of pure love through vivid cinematography. The entire house has exhibitions, including in the basement and in the outdoor garden space. Other well-known dramas including "The Snow Queen (2007)" are also promoted here.

Wondang Gamjatang Hongdae (원당감자탕 홍대)

7.4Km 2024-03-19

Hana building, 20-6, Wausan-ro, 21-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-333-1706

Located near Hongik University, Wondang Gamjatang specializes in gamjatang (pork backbone stew). Gamjatang is a thick and spicy soup made with pork backbone, potatoes, kimchi cabbage, ground perilla seeds, green onions, garlic, and other vegetables and seasonings. Customers have the option to rolled omelet, hot stone pot rice, and beef and rice soup. 7-minute walk from Exit 9 of Hongik Univ. Station, it is easily accessible.

Hangang Paradise (한강파라다이스)

7.4Km 2024-03-25

252 Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-447-3333

Hangang Paradise is a renowned Italian restaurant nestled in Yeouido Hangang Park. It offers a diverse menu featuring items such as steak, pizza, dongaseu (pork cutlet), and bulgogi deopbap (stir-fried bulgogi served with rice), with the tenderloin steak being the standout dish. Guests can savor their meals while enjoying the picturesque views of the Hangang River. Additionally, Hangang Paradise operates a quay for duck boats, adding to its allure as a favored destination for those visiting the Hangang River area.

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