Hongdae (Hongik University Street) (홍대)

1.2 Km 503242 2024-05-16

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.

Stylenanda - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스타일난다 홍대)

1.2 Km 0 2024-04-17

23, Wausan-ro 29da-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Geek Live House (긱 라이브하우스)

1.2 Km 13915 2019-03-18

7, Sinchon-ro 10-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Geek Live House is one of the most popular live clubs in Hongdae (Hongik University) area, famous for clubs in Korea. It opened in February 2003 by professional musicians as a venue that focuses on music performances as opposed to dance. The club has state-of-the-art stage, lighting, and audio equipments and is one of the best places in the area to enjoy performances by your favorite music professionals as well as see some of the up-and-coming talents. The club can house over 150 visitors (seats and standing room) and hosts 3-4 live performances each night. The Geek Live House is a lively place to experience the music scene and the club culture of Hongdae (Hongik University) area.

Tonymoly - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (토니모리 홍대)

1.2 Km 0 2024-04-23

1, Hongik-ro 3-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Worksout - Hongdae Ryse Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (웍스아웃 라이즈홍대)

1.2 Km 0 2024-04-19

130, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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SIDE NOTE CLUB - RYSE (라이즈 호텔 사이드 노트 클럽)

1.2 Km 0 2024-03-15

130 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

This cocktail bar is located on the 15th floor of RYSE, a hotel near Hongik University. It serves contemporary reinterpretations of classical cocktails and its signature cocktails, including Peanut Butter Delight, Cheese in a Trap, and The Bitter Bliss, which feature interesting ingredients such as homemade peanut bourbon, cream cheese, and preserved omija. Its open rooftop is also very popular. At night, patrons can enjoy their cocktail with the light from old-fashioned light bulbs, the city lights from the Hongdae area, and the view of Seoul beyond.

Yabai (야바이)

1.2 Km 46 2021-03-26

37, Yonsei-ro 7an-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-70-8875-1024

This is a place where you can enjoy Japanese dishes and fusion dishes. This Japanese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is okonomiyaki.

Sigonggan - Hongdae Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (엔컴1지점 홍대(신))

1.2 Km 0 2024-04-23

1F, #2, 8, Hongik-ro 3-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Alternative Space Loop (대안공간 루프)

1.2 Km 17448 2021-01-22

20, Wausan-ro 29na-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3141-1377

Alternative Space Loop (also known as the “Loop”) is one of few alternative space in Korea, opened in February, 1999. It is a non-profit gallery that provides exhibition space and support programs for young and promising artists, and is currently being supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service. Since opening, many exhibitions and performances are held every year, and the space has also engaged in diverse international exchanges such as Tirana Biennale and was invited to the Gwangju Biennale as an alternative art space in 2002.

ABC-Mart - Hongdae Hongik-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (ABC마트 GS홍대홍익로)

1.2 Km 0 2024-04-23

13, Hongik-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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