Hongdae Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Hongdae. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Ultimate Korea DMZ Tour From Seoul (Gondola & Suspension Bridge)

• Small-Group Tour to DMZ & Suspension Bridge With Hotel Pickup

• DMZ Tour Seoul to North Korea's 3rd Tunnel & Majang Lake Crossing

• Full-Day DMZ Tour by Expert With Suspension Bridge & DPRK Gallery

• Best North Korea View & Closest Starbucks to DMZ Tour from Seoul

Hongdae is a public neighborhood, so it's free to visit. Tours that visit the area range in price quite a bit. Seoul tours can cost as little as US$35 per person for large group tours. Private and small-group experiences are naturally more expensive, running in excess of US$200.

Hongdae is famous for its lively energy and artsy, youthful vibe, owing to its proximity to Hongik University. It's a great place to see street performers (including K-POP dancers), check out up-and-coming bands, see art at galleries, or dine on cheap eats at street food stalls.

The best time to visit Hongdae is in the evening, when the area is at its liveliest. If you want to go out on the town, note that Thursday and weekend evenings are particularly popular. Mondays in Hongdae are typically the quietest, as many venues are closed.

Hongdae has a mix of restaurants featuring cuisine from around the world. Some of the best options include Gusto Taco, which focuses on Mexican fare, and Hongdae Dakgalbi, known for its chicken dishes. Myth Jakbol—Seoul Hongdae Bonjeom is another popular option; as the name suggests, it specializes in jokbal (pig trotters).

Yes, there are plenty of hotels in Hongdae. Some popular options include L7 HONGDAE, located right in the heart of the neighborhood, and the equally well-located Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae. Budget options include Wow Hills Guesthouse, Jun Guesthouse, Cocoa Guesthouse, Birdsnest Hostel, and Dream House.