Places
4.5
4.4
4.2
Hongdae · Mapo4.3
Itaewon
Seoul's international district with food from around the world, plus Seoul Central Mosque, antique furniture lanes, and the Haebangchon hill.
Style
FoodCityShopping
Good for
SoloCoupleFriends
Pace
BalancedBudget
Mid-rangeIdeal length
1–2 days3–4 days
Best season
SpringSummerFallWinter
Travel tips
- 1Haebangchon hill has city-night views.
- 2Noksapyeong side is quieter.
- 3Patios fill up on weekend nights.
Similar places
You may also like these
4.5Hongdae · Mapo
FoodShopping
Seongsu-dong
Old warehouses turned into cafés and select shops. Combine with D-Museum and Seoul Forest next door for a great half-day.
4.4Hongdae · Mapo
CityK-pop
Hongdae
The youth district around Hongik University: indie live houses, dance crews, late-night bars, and one of Seoul's best walking scenes.
4.2Hongdae · Mapo
ShoppingFood
Hapjeong Mecenatpolis Mall
A complex directly above Hapjeong Station — cinema, large bookstore, fashion, and a substantial food court. A great rainy-day option.