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Include guides on how to get there, recommended attractions, cafes, restaurants and hotels in Hongdae (Hongik University Area), Seoul. Hongdae is a lively suburb and a must-visit for many travellers to Seoul.
Korea’s largest university for women with underground campus. Include guide on how to go, shopping, food, subway stations and places to explore around the area.
The road, Yonsei-ro from Yonsei University main entrance to Sinchon Station (line 2) is a vibrant stretch with university crowd, brightly-coloured shops and lovely cafe hideouts. Walk into the small lanes to explore the various cozy dining options at this hip shopping district.
9:00– (19:30-22:00, vary month to month based on sunset time) Free. World Cup Stadium Station (line 6, exit 1). Turn right, go around the stadium and walk towards the big road, World Cup-ro when in sight. Follow the road on your right.
Take bus #9 (21 mins) or #9-1/#52 (11 mins, less frequent) and get off at Namhansanseong bus stop; or 11 mins by taxi from station. 🌲Enjoy the bus scenic ride up Namhansan (Namhan Mountain). After getting off the bus, walk 30m in the direction where the bus came from to the roundabout.
Hongdae (Hongik University Street) / World Cup Park A well-known hub of independent art culture. Experience the liberal spirit with streets filled with boutique shops run by young designers, artsy cafes, clubs and theatres.
Kondae, the area around Konkuk University Station is a rising hot place among youngsters in Seoul for dining, fashion and entertainment. Explore Kondae Taste Street, Kondae Rodeo Fashion Street and Common Ground with location map provided.
Ihwa Mural Village is an artistic landmark on the hillside in Seoul. Include walking map to key murals & sculptures, Naksan Park, Seoul City Wall to Dongdaemun and around Daehangno Town.
Sinchon Station (line 2, exit 2/3). 18 mins walk to the 3 most popular Gothic-style buildings (side-by-side) in the university ground. www.yonsei.ac.kr. Founded in 1885, Yonsei University was Korea's first medical school and one of the most prestigious universities in Korea.
The Lotte Mart (Seoul Station Branch) has underwent 4 months of renovation and reopened under the new brand, Lotte Mart Zettaplex in September 2023. 💡This is the second Zettaplex opened in Korea after the success of Lotte Mart Zettaplex Jamsil Branch.
