Prior to this trip to Korea, we have not heard of Ikseon-dong. Wife found it on social media so we decided to check out this place. We took the subway to Jongno 3-ga station and then followed GPS guidance. This is a neighbourhood of old Hanok houses in narrow alleyways. We arrived around 9.30am to 10am. There wasn't any crowd then so we had a leisurely breakfast in a beautiful bakery cafe called Onjisim. There are many interesting cafes in the area, for example one with a railway theme. We had great fun browsing and window shopping. However it gets quite hot when the sun is up. I will therefore recommend that you visit Ikseon-dong in the morning around 10am or go in the evening after 5.00pm.

Exploring Ikseondong Hanok Street was like discovering a hidden gem in the heart of Seoul. The narrow alleys lined with traditional hanok houses, now converted into cozy cafes and unique boutiques, created a charming blend of old and new. Each turn revealed something delightful, whether it was a quaint tea house or a shop filled with handmade crafts.

Find the cutest coffee shops and small restaurants in this street. It is more like a small village with multiple Korean houses turned into the perfect locations for dates and coffee with friends! I always recommend people to go there at least once when they visit Seoul.