Hongdae (Hongik University Street) (홍대)

17.6Km 2025-04-14

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.

Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine (절두산순교성지)

17.6Km 2024-03-12

6 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine is the site where many Catholic believers were executed in 1866 due to persecution. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the martyrdom, the Korean Catholic Church opened the Memorial Hall in October 1967, exhibiting materials, relics, and souvenirs related to the Korean Catholic Church and operating a museum. Pope Johannes Paulus II visited the site in 1984, and Mother Teresa visited in 1985.

Korean Martyrs' Museum (한국천주교순교자박물관)

17.6Km 2023-01-03

6, Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Korean Martyrs’ Museum was opened in October of 1967 as Jeoldusan Martyrs' Shrine, in memory of the Catholic martyrs who lost their lives during the Byeongin Persecution of 1866. The name of the museum changed to the current Korean Martyrs' Museum in August 2008. The museum displays artifacts and materials in exhibitions related to the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Korea.

M Playground - Hongdae Branch (엠플레이그라운드 홍대본점)

17.6Km 2024-09-05

94 Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

M Playground is a casual boutique brand known for its signature exterior design of blue shipping containers. The shop does its best to present the latest fashion trends and the hip, street vibe found exclusively in Hongdae. Most visitors range in age between teens and young adults in their 30s, looking for trending clothing, accessories, and other products.

Goobne Playtown (굽네 플레이타운)

17.7Km 2025-01-16

23 Jandari-ro 2-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Goobne Playtown is a culture and experience center operated by Goobne, one of Korea's chicken franchises that specializes in oven-roasted chicken instead of the standard fried chicken. Visitors can taste the latest products in a relaxing space, as well as enjoy media art and changing items in the pop-up zone.

Haha & Kim Jongkook's 401 Restaurant (하하&김종국의 401정육식당)

17.7Km 2025-10-30

23 Jandari-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

'Running Man' members Haha & Kim Jongkook
It is a meat restaurant run by Haha and Kim Jongkook, members of the entertainment program 'Running Man'. With the concept of a Grilled Pork Belly restaurant, you can taste Grilled Pork Small Intestines, Grilled Pork Tripe, and Grilled Pork Rinds. It is characterized by the fact that the staff grills the meat for customers, and the combination of well-grilled Pork belly, Salted Anchovy Sauce, Green Onion Salad, and White radish cabbage is popular.

LEESEL Hanbok (리슬한복)

17.7Km 2025-11-05

136-11, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Hanbok, the beauty of Korea
It is a Hanbok brand that produced BTS Jimin's stage costumes and CHUNG HA's Hanbok worn in the 2022 season's greeting pictorial. The ‘Sochangui Maxi Coat’ worn by SHINee's TAEMIN received an explosive response and became more known. LEESEL x SPAO's collaboration pajamas gained great popularity not only among celebrities but also among the general public. In 2022, Hanbok debuted at Milan Fashion Week for the first time. The head office is located in Jeonju.

Yangju Olleung Royal Tomb [UNESCO World Heritage] (양주 온릉(단경왕후) [유네스코 세계문화유산])

17.7Km 2025-01-07

255-41, Hoguk-ro, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Olleung Royal Tomb is the royal tomb of Queen Dangyeong (1487-1557), consort of King Jungjong, the 11th ruler of the Joseon dynasty. Queen Dangyeong married King Jungjong when she was 13 years old. In 1506, when King Jungjong ascended to the throne, she became a queen as well, but she was deposed due to her father leading a coup against her husband's acendancy. Therefore, her grave was not regarded as a royal tomb until 1739.

KT&G Sangsangmadang Arts Space (Hongik University) (KT&G 상상마당(홍대))

17.7Km 2024-03-12

65 Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

KT&G Sangsangmadang Arts Space is a multifaceted cultural space established in 2007. Spanning 660 meters with a total floor area of 3,366 meters, it features facilities such as a theater, a concert hall, a design square, a gallery, and cafés. It offers opportunities for close engagement with culture. Located near Hongik University Station, it boasts excellent accessibility and attracts many visitors due to its diverse attractions.

Nemamdaero Hongdae Branch(내맘대로폰케이스 홍대점)

17.8Km 2025-11-05

21 Wausan-ro 19-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

JENNIE and JISOO’s phone case
This is where JENNIE and JISOO made mobile phone cases on V LIVE. It has a huge number of parts, and you can choose the color and shape of the bond. The advantage is that you can use all parts as much as you want without restrictions. You can follow JENNIE and JISOO’s design, or you can make your own case. Decorating top loaders for photo cards and making slime are also popular. It is the perfect for travel souvenirs or gifts.

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