2025 Recommended Attraction in Sinchon/Hongdae (Updated Oct)

Speaking of the area where the most young people gather in Seoul, besides Hongdae, I actually like the "Sinchon (신촌)" area too! This is the junction of Yonsei University, Ewha Womans University, and Sogang University. It is very lively on weekdays and even more crowded on holidays. There are things to do and eat on the whole street when you get out of the subway station. It is very cost-effective. About a 5-minute walk from Shinchon subway station, a whole row of colorful painted walls suddenly appeared in the alleys. The walls were painted with fairy tales, dreamy hot air balloons, and local Korean illustrations. It made people feel great. Many couples and students took photos and checked in here. There are also many food recommendations! - Chuncheon Spicy Fried Chicken (춘천닭갈비): Fried on the spot, super delicious, eat with cheese or instant noodles is heaven - Alley Small Octopus Hot Pot: Very spicy, the small octopus is super fresh, and you can also add rice to make fried rice - You can walk to Ewha Womans University shopping district in the Sinchon area, and you can also visit clothing stores - The atmosphere is great at night, but the alleys are a little smaller, so remember to avoid the peak dining hours - Many restaurants do not have Chinese menus, but almost everyone has shared photos on Google Maps, so ordering food is not difficult! The new village is not only a place for students, it is also a favorite place for independent travelers like me. There is not too much commercial atmosphere, and you may find little surprises at every corner. Walking on the street is full of life. Whether you are a foodie, a hipster, or a photographer, you will love it! #New Village Must Visit #Seoul Painted Wall #Korea Food Map #Seoul Student Shopping District #Free Travel Recommendation # #Seoul Food Exploration #Seoul Walking Route #Korea Travel Diary #My Travel Map Diary #MarchGoodPlaces2025

Hongdae Shopping District - It is not a very big shopping place, but there are many small shops here, selling phone accessories, cosmetics, headwear, clothing accessories, and the most numerous are small shops for taking photos, which are too numerous to count! Of course, there are many coffee shops and fried chicken shops, showing Korean characteristics! After passing the first street, you will see a crossroads. You will first see a 4-story Nike store. After walking for another 3 minutes, you will see a basement called Daiso. Across the street from Nike is H&M, and opposite is the New Balance store. Next to it is Tourist customer information. You will see many vehicles coming in and out, as well as many Chicken & Beer shops. Each one is beautifully decorated and exquisite. If you go to Hongdae, you might as well go and experience it! #South Korea Attractions

Kakao friends fans must not miss the limited-time museum, the happiest thing is to be surrounded by many, many Ryan head balloons 💕 happy to scream. There are also many famous paintings with the theme of Kaokao friends "makeover", very cute! Tickets: Adult W3000/Student W2000/Child W1000 (Children under 3 are free) Address: 서울특별시 마포구 양화로 162 대아빌딩 지하1층 B1 Floor, Kakao Friends Flagship Store, Hongdae #Korea Attractions #kakaofriends #Hongdae Good Places

Chunshik lovers, please gather here,,🫶🏻💗 Kakao Friends Hongdae is filled with cute Kakao characters from the 1st to the 2nd floor! Not only are there various dolls and props, but there are also many photo zones, so it's great for taking pictures while on an indoor date📸🤍 📍Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store 162 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Good People Building, 1st and 2nd floors #IndoorDate #KakaoFriendsShop #HongdaeHotPlace

Kakao Friends Shop full of cute Kakao characters🐰🤍 There are various Kakao Friends shops in each region, but I visited the Hongdae store! There were many rabbit collaboration products to celebrate the year of the rabbit in 2023, so it was nice to look around, and there are photo zones everywhere, so it's perfect for taking pictures>< 📍Kakao Friends Hongdae Flagship Store 162 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Good People Building, 1-3F #IndoorDate #KakaoFriends #KakaoFriendsShop

•Sponsored• There are days when life is tiring and tough, and you just don't want to go home. The perfect place for those times! Blue Moon is a cozy bar in Sinchon, like a secret hideout. It's perfect for drinking alone or on a date! Blue Moon offers a wide variety of drinks, from beer to soju, highballs, cocktails, and whiskey, so you can choose the one that best suits your taste. One particularly popular drink is Red Rock draft beer! There aren't as many bars in Seoul that serve Red Rock draft beer as you might think, so many customers come here just for it. 🏷️Blue Moon 📍Address: 1F, 6 Sinchon-ro 12da-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul 🕖Hours: Sun-Thu 8:00 PM-2:00 AM / Fri-Sat 8:00 PM-3:00 AM #IndoorDate #SinchonBar #SinchonPlacesToVisit #SinchonDate #SoloDrinkingRestaurants

Located in an alley to the left of Sinchon Train Station and just outside the Ewha University entrance, this Japanese restaurant exudes a touch of Japanese tranquility right from the entrance, offering a variety of home-style meals straight out of Japanese dramas. With prices starting in the low 10,000 won (KRW) range and a wide selection of delicious dishes, it's perfect for those tired of spicy, heavy Korean cuisine and looking for a lighter, healthier alternative. It's a great place to dine alone or with friends. My friends said they'll want to come back for more than a dozen set meals, and with every visit, they've ordered something different. She's been here several times and says she's never had a disappointing meal! 🙂↔️ 📍파파노다이닝 #JapaneseCooking #JapaneseFood #EwhaUniversity #UniversityFood #SinchonFoodMap #EwhaWomansUniversity

🍛 Satisfaction with a warm bowl Lunch at Sinchon Score begins with a small pleasure. The curry in the rice bowl is unique to look at and tastes different. It's even better because you can choose between spicy or mild flavors depending on your mood 🍽️🌶️ ⸻ 🍰 A cafe where the scent of flowers and desserts linger After finishing the meal, we head to Heyjin Cafe right next door. The space where flowers and desserts come together is visually warm, and the harmony of tiramisu and latte sweetly fills the afternoon ☕🌸 ⸻ 🚶 A quiet feeling flowing through the alleys As you walk through the sunlit alleys of Sinchon, you feel happy that there is such peace even in the city. Even the small street scenes approach you one by one as special 🌿🏙️ ⸻ #SinchonDate #IndoorDate

#IndoorDate Located about a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Sinchon Station, PokeOlday Sinchon Branch is a poke specialty store that catches the eye with its neat and stylish interior. With spacious seating and a cozy atmosphere, it is a great place to eat alone or with friends. One of the popular menus here is Spicy Salmon Tuna Protein Poke, which combines the fresh flavors of salmon and tuna to whet your appetite. Garlic flakes add to the chewiness, and the dressing is provided separately so you can adjust it to your personal taste. However, for those considering dieting, the amount of rice may feel a bit too much, so please keep that in mind.  Another recommended menu is Grilled Squid Poke, and you can enjoy your own poke by choosing grain rice and various toppings. In particular, seaweed salad goes well with poke, so be sure to add it!  📍 Address: 16 Yeonsei-ro 5na-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, 1st floor, Andante Building 

Every spring, the avenue outside Shinchon Metro Station (Line 2) quietly puts on a new pink look. Walk out of Exit 2 or 3 of Sinchon Station and you will see streets lined with cherry blossoms in less than a minute. This short road is particularly charming during the cherry blossom season. The flowers on the treetops bloom into a romantic pink and white. When the breeze blows, the petals gently fall with the wind, like being in a spring fairy tale in the city. The transportation is very convenient. You can take Metro Line 2 and get off at "Xinchon Station". There is no need to transfer or walk for a long time. It is suitable for those who want to enjoy the cherry blossoms easily. If you want to find a place where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of cherry blossoms without having to travel, this cherry blossom avenue outside Shinchon subway station would be a great choice. ✨Photography tip: Because there are still a lot of people and cars on the road, you can shoot from a low angle to let the top of the cherry blossom trees fill the picture, creating a "cherry blossom sky curtain" effect, and also avoid too many passers-by and debris~ #Seoul #Cherry Blossom Attractions #Sinchon #Sinchon Check-in Attractions #Korean Cherry Blossom Season #Korean Cherry Blossoms #신촌역 #seoul

#IndoorDate While walking through Sinchon during my trip to Seoul, I found cute restaurants hidden among the busy streets, and among them, 'PokeOldDay' was a truly gem. 🍀 If you like salad or poke, you'll definitely be amazed by the visuals...! The salmon and tuna were fresh, and the Hawaiian-style poke topped with avocado made my mood brighter at first bite. The seasoning was just right, so it was healthy and rich! 🤍 If you want to have a light meal, or if you're traveling and feel burdened by heavy food, I recommend a bowl of healing poke at PokeOldDay :) The store was clean and the atmosphere was bright, so eating alone was no problem at all The staff was also very friendly, so I was able to leave feeling good If you're looking for a balanced meal while traveling, don't miss Sinchon PokeOldDay! Address: 1F, 41 Yeonsei-ro 5-da-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul (Sinchon PokeOldDay)

#Seoul Sakura The cherry blossoms in Seoul are almost finished blooming in mid-April, but some can still be seen along the Han River, in Hongdae and in Sinchon. Moreover, this is the time when cherry blossoms are falling. When the wind blows, you can take pictures of the cherry blossoms blowing in the snow, which is very romantic like snow, and the ground is covered with pink and white petals. But generally, most of them will fall off after the rain, so you have to seize the opportunity at this time, as the beauty may be fleeting. Korean pear blossoms are also very beautiful, and their flowering period is similar to that of cherry blossoms. Pear blossoms are planted near many Korean houses, and photographing them gives them a very Korean feel.

#AprilTravelSupport If you are looking for delicious curry in Sinchon, I recommend 'Sokoa'! The rich flavor and taste of the curry here is truly superb. The beef curry and chicken curry, which let you feel the deep flavor of the curry, were especially delicious, and you can adjust the spiciness to your taste🌶️. The fresh ingredients and careful cooking made it possible to feel the rich flavor in just one bowl. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also cozy, and if you like curry, this is a place you should definitely visit! 📍Overall ✅ Deep and rich curry flavor ✅ You can adjust the spiciness ✅ A good restaurant to stop by after a date in Sinchon #SinchonRestaurants

#AprilTravelSupport If you are looking for a good value omakase in Sinchon, I recommend Smith Me! The basic course composition is rich, and it is full of fresh fish, so the satisfaction for the price was really high 🐟✨ They make each sushi with care, so not only the taste but also the appearance was the best. The atmosphere is clean and cozy, so it is good for eating alone or on a date! In particular, the tuna and flounder sushi melt in your mouth 🥹 ✔️ Value for money: ★★★★★ ✔️ Taste: Fresh and clean ✔️ Atmosphere: Quiet and comfortable 📍Overall ✅ If you want to enjoy a good quality omakase at a reasonable price in Sinchon, definitely go to Smith Me! #SinchonRestaurants

#aprilblooms #travel #thingstodo #myitinerary #localfood #trip #seoul [Must-Visit Attractions for Cherry Blossom Viewing] • Yeouido Hangang Park (Yeouido Flower Festival) • Sinchon Street, Hongdae Street • Seokchon Lake (Songpa Naru Park) • Palace Quarter [Must-Try Food Places] • Gwangjang Market Eatery Alley • Myeongdong • Hyehwa station, Naksan Park [Photo Spots] • Apgujeong • Garosu-gil of Sinsa-dong • Namsan Park • Itaewon [Shopping] • Gangnam • Insa-dong • Dongdaemun Enjoy! #southkorea #sinchon #hongdae #yeouido #festival #seokchonlake #palace #gwangjangmarket #myeongdong #hyehwa #naksanpark #apgujeong #garosugil #sinsadong #namsanpark #itaewon #gangnam #insadong #dongdaemun #food #photo #flowerlover #shopping

#AprilTravelSupport Sokoa, a sentimental curry restaurant in Sinchon that's perfect for eating alone! It's popular with people who eat alone because you can eat quietly in a cozy atmosphere. The curry is thick and rich, and full of the flavor of spices 🔥 The meat toppings are soft and the quality is top-notch! The menu is clean and orders come out quickly, so it's perfect for busy times. ✔️ Authentic curry with a rich flavor ✔️ A quiet atmosphere that's comfortable to go to alone ✔️ Recommended as a place to eat alone in Sinchon! 📍Overall ✅ A curry restaurant in Sinchon with great value for money, atmosphere, and taste! I want to try other menus next time. #SinchonRestaurants

#SpringTravel The Sinchon area of ​​Seoul becomes even more attractive in spring with cherry blossoms. In particular, the cherry blossom road centered around Yonsei University is a famous place loved by many people. Yonsei-ro is bustling with students and visitors every spring, and walking and taking pictures under the cherry blossoms are representative activities of spring here.🌸📸 The cherry blossom road in Sinchon is mainly located around Yonsei University and the road leading from Sinchon Station to Ewha Womans University. This area is full of young people's energy, and it creates an even more special atmosphere during the cherry blossom season. You can fully feel the spring atmosphere as you walk along the streets lined with various cafes and shops. If you visit Sinchon during the season when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, make special memories along the beautiful cherry blossom road. You will have a wonderful time on the Sinchon cherry blossom road, which symbolizes spring in Seoul!😃

Hongdae Entrance Station is a popular place that cannot be missed when visiting Korea. In addition to eating, drinking, shopping and street performances during the day, it is also a place that many young people cannot miss at night! This time we experienced a Hongdae nightclub. We didn’t go to a nightclub in Taiwan~ but ended up having a night of partying in a Korean nightclub! Overall, I feel that the boys in nightclubs in Hongdae District are very gentlemen. They will take the initiative to approach and strike up a conversation, but they will never pester or abuse you after rejecting them. They will also politely wish you a good time🤣 However, the age group of nightclubs in Hongdae District is relatively young~~most of them are young people in their early 20s! Security staff will check ID cards🪪 or passports (for foreigners) before entering. Anyone under 20 years old is not allowed to enter! Because Hongdae focuses on young people, even those who are too old will be refused entry! The entrance fee for each store is different, but most of them are free (not sure if it's because the girls are free). If you pay, there will probably be a drink voucher. The peak admission time is usually around 12:00! You may need to queue up a bit. If you don't want to queue up or you are a little older and want to go in, you can go there early and queue up. If you go around 10 o'clock, they will usually let people in (girls) After entering the nightclub, there will be lockers (for a fee) where you can put your things, but it is recommended to go with light equipment and less equipment~~ Informationℹ️: Hongik University Station Business hours: Most stores open at 9:00, reach peak admission times from 11:30-1:00, and close at 5:00-6:00 in the morning. Ticket price: Free🆓～200 million won (It may vary depending on the store, day’s events, dresscode, girls free) Restrictions: Age 20 and above (over 30 years old, it is recommended to move to Itaewon/Sinsa/Gangnam-gu) #外游 #CLUB #wine #party

My friend told me to meet up before he went on a trip, so we met up and had a lot of fun. He said he'd never done a 4-cut in life before, so we did it together, but there was a line because it was a popular restaurant. 😅 After that, I was going to go eat right away, but I wasted time looking for a restaurant I wanted to go to, and it seemed to be closed, so I ate at Rolling Pasta, and as expected, Rolling Pasta is a taste that never disappoints. 👍🏻 After that, I explored Hongdae a bit, walked around Sinchon, went to a cafe there, chatted, and went home. 😊 #Pasta #Cafe #4-cut in life #Restaurant