This review is a little misleading since Hongik University doesn't have much to offer your average traveler. If you are looking for educational opportunities, then maybe. However, the area surrounding Hongik University is one of the most exciting in Korea! Here's a review of those surroundings: The Hongdae area has a little something for everyone, and for those who know,... More

Lots of interesting cafes in this area to cater to the huge number of caffeine addicts ;) Special place for budding artists is setting up booths at the Children's Playground near main entrance to Hongik University. If you're into well-made hand crafted items, this place is Not to Be Missed! Cash only. Saturdays from 1-6pm (Mar-Nov). There's even an area... More

Here you can find awesome ART during daytime.. and some of the Craziest party's at night!!!

Lots of restaurants, book stores, shopping and outdoor stalls for eating and souvenirs. Even a few Western-style restaurants there. Full of people, so prepare for a bit of jostling.

Young, vibrant, busy day and night! Street vendors, cafes, noraebang (singing rooms), bars, restaurants, live music... what isn't there to do in Hong-dae?! Whether you're interested in exciting night life or enjoy a relaxing evening, it's the place to go.

One can see many art projects and if you want to study somewhere but don't want to pay for an expensive coffee, there are several study halls that people can use. Technically they are for Hongik University students only but there is no one checking id.

Lots of great cafes, restaurants, stores, bars and clubs. Great night life though the average age can be quite young (college students). During the day there is plenty to see.

We wandered into this university after walking up the hill from the Hongdae subway exit. Probably not a tourist destination but personally I believe it's worth a walk-through. Someone from our traveling group jumped in on a basketball pickup game and ended up being "schooled" by the Korean students. It's amazing that they ran up and down the courts and... More