Hongik University Street
Other Attractions
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- COEX
- Daehak-ro
- Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Ewha Womans University
- Gangnam
- Hongik University Street
- Ikseon-dong
- Insa-dong
- Itaewon Special Tourist Zone
- Jongno
- Korea University
- Lotte World
- Myeong-dong Street
- N Seoul Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Seoullo 7017
- Sinchon
- Sinsa-dong
- The Five Royal Palaces in Seoul
- Youngdeungpo
Hongdae is a neighborhood known for its youthful and romantic ambience, underground culture, and freedom of self-expression. Unique cafes, cozy galleries, accessory stores, fashion shops, live cafés and clubs, art markets, and gourmet eateries make this a popular hang-out for local youth and a fascinating place to walk around. These unique places plus the cultural events, street performances, and festivals held here make Hongdae an area that is always packed with people and excitement. 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 if you’re hoping to fully experience the Hongdae area.
- Address: 20, Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Phone Number: +82-2-323-2240
- Operating Hours: 00:00-24:00
- Closed: N/A (Open all year round)
- Directions: Hongik University Station (Seoul Subway Line 2)
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