Seoul · 연남동
Yeonnam-dong: what to see and do
A relaxed residential area of small cafes and restaurants along a tree-lined former railway track, right next to Hongdae.
Known for
- Gyeongui Line Forest Park, a park on an old rail line
- Small cafes and dessert shops in converted houses
- Side streets of ramen shops and neighbourhood restaurants
What to do
Walk the Gyeongui Line Forest Park path, then duck into the side streets for coffee and lunch. Pair it with an afternoon in Hongdae.
Tip: Go on a weekday for shorter waits at popular cafes. The park path is a pleasant place to sit.
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