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Hongdae · Mapo4.5
Seongsu-dong
Old warehouses turned into cafés and select shops. Combine with D-Museum and Seoul Forest next door for a great half-day.
Hours and admission fees can change. Please confirm the latest info on the official site before visiting.
Style
FoodShoppingCity
Good for
SoloCoupleFriends
Pace
Easy-goingBudget
Mid-rangeIdeal length
1–2 days3–4 days
Best season
SpringSummerFallWinter
Travel tips
- 1Daelim Changgo and Amore Seongsu are the icons.
- 2Pop-up stores rotate constantly.
- 3Weekends bring café lines.
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