South Korean women really knows how to dress themselves and since you are already in Korea, it's time for you to up your style to another notch, no? After all, the saying says we should do as what the locals do when we are visiting a country. Hehe. 

2. Visit the famous Hongik University

Hongik University is quite famous amongst both local and international students in Korea. It is particularly well known for its school of Fine Arts and Design in Korea. In addition, Hongik University has International Language Institute which provide Korean language course specifically designed for foreigners. 

3. Enjoying the street art exhibition

Near to Hongik University which is also known as Hongdae (now you know where the name comes from), there is a street art exhibition whereby Hongik students can display their own artwork. You can also see a lot of poster for all kind of music performance held in Hongdae area. 

4. Watch kids play in the playground

This playground has been featured so many times in Korean variety shows like Running Man. So yeah, it is somewhat famous in Seoul. But I suppose you are not encouraged to play here as there may be a lot of kids playing with it when you come. Hahaha. 

5. Visit the iconic building, Sangsangmadang 

Sangsangmadang is actually a mall but it is quite famous because Sangsangmadang is often featured in Korean variety shows as one of the meeting place especially for Running Man shows. There are a lot of cafes and art galleries inside Sangsangmadang.

You can simply spend few hours browsing around the artsy stuff at Sangsangmadang. 

How to visit Hongdae area?

Hongdae is best visited by using subway. Simply take the subway to Hongdae (Hongik University) Station for fastest way to Hongdae.

For other travel tips in Korea, you can also read 5 Things to Do When You Travelling Alone at Ssamziegil, Insadong.