Cafe in Hongdae/Hapjeong - Cafe Thank You for Coming, Cafe Redbig

Many people said that desserts can reduce stress. If you are on a stress-releasing vacation, you should try out many different types of desserts in Seoul. Recently, there are some dessert cafes in Hapjeong, the area near Hongdae, which are getting popular among Koreans. You can find out more about "Cafe Thank You for Coming" and "Cafe Redbig" in this post.

1) Cafe Thank You For Coming (카페 와줘서 고마워)

Cafe Thank You for Coming in Hapjeong

Interior_Cafe Thank You for Coming

Cafe Thank You for Coming is located near Hapjeong Station, which is also near Airport Railroad - Hongik University Station. This cafe is famous for their macarons. Many people started queueing at this cafe in the morning to buy the macarons. Sometimes, the macarons can be sold out by afternoon.

If you want to visit Cafe Thank You for Coming in the evening, please visit their official Instagram and check out the notice about the availability of their macarons as they will put up notice on their Instagram.

Macarons_Cafe Thank You for Coming

Desserts_Cafe Thank You for Coming

As you can see from the photo above, there are many flavors of macarons available in Cafe Thank You for Coming. Other than macarons, you can also find other dessert such as egg tarts, brownies and various types of beverages.

Menu_Cafe Thank You for Coming

Check out Cafe Thank You for Coming's menu on the above. You can choose from various types of coffee and tea. What's the best drink that goes well with macarons? Try out "Soda presso" or "Popsicleade", which are signature drinks in Cafe Thank You for Coming and also popular among the customers.

Grapefruiade + Macarons

Egg tart and Macarons

What are some of the recommended dessert to order in Cafe Thank You for Coming?
- Egg Tart (KRW 2,500)
- Remington cake macaron (KRW 2,800)
- Milk tea chocolat macaron (KRW 2,800)
- Cheese cracker macaron (KRW 2,800)

If you love macarons, pay a visit to Cafe Thank You for Coming and enjoy all the delicious macarons! Remember: visit this cafe early because the macarons may be all sold out by afternoon.


[Information about Cafe Thank You for Coming]

Address: 22 Yanghwa-ro 11-gil, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Directions: Take AREX All Stop train to Hongik University Station > Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 2 > Get off at Hapjeong Station, Exit 2. Walk approx. 3 mins.
Opening hours: Wed - Sun 11:00 – 21:30 / Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cafewago/

2) Cafe Redbig (카페 레드 빅)

Cafe Redbig

Cafe Redbig

In a small alley in Hapjeong, you can find this cafe that has a beautiful photo zone. As you can see from the photos above, this cafe has a wall filled with pink and white flowers.

Flowers and small items for sell_Cafe Redbig

Flowers and small items for sell_Cafe Redbig

Next, let's check out the desserts in Cafe Redbig!

Dessert_Cafe Redbig in Hapjeong

Cafe Redbig is famous for its special dessert. They use good coffee beans to make their coffee and serve various types of tart that go well with their coffee.

Dessert at Cafe Redbig

Yummy dessert to cheer up your day

The fruit tarts are popular in Cafe Redbig. If you want to buy the whole tart, you can contact them and make prior reservation.

Need a rest after walking around in Hongdae? Visit Cafe Redbig to enjoy some tarts and coffee first!

[Information about Cafe Redbig]

Address: 372-9 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Directions: Take AREX All Stop train to Hongik University Station > Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 2 > Get off at Hapjeong Station, Exit 3. Walk approx. 5 mins.
Opening hours: 11:30 ~ 23:00 (Opens everyday)
Price: Americano (KRW 3,500), Milk Tea (KRW 5,000), Strawberry Tart (KRW 6,900), Green Grapes Tart (KRW 6,700)
Contact number: 02-322-8542

[Information about AREX Station] Incheon International Airport T2 Station | To Departure Hall

Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 was opened in January 2018. Passengers taking Korean Air, Delta Airlines, Air France or KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will depart from Incheon International Airport Terminal 2. For the other airlines, it will still be in Incheon International Airport Terminal 1.

What is the fastest and cheapest way to get to Incheon International Airport Terminal 2?

- The answer is AREX train!

You can choose AREX Express Train or All Stop Train to get to Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 from downtown Seoul.

In this post, we will show you how to get to Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2 after you get off from AREX train at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Station.

1. After you have arrived at AREX Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Station (B3 Floor), take the escalator or elevator to go to B1 Floor.

AREX Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Station

Take the escalator to B1 Floor (AREX Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Station)

2. Pass by the AREX Station (B1 Floor) Waiting Room

Waiting Room @ AREX Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Station

3. Follow the sign and move to Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2

Getting to Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2 

4. After you take the escalator or elevator to 1st Floor, you will arrive at Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2 Arrival Hall.

Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2 Arrival Hall

5. Move to 3rd floor where the Departure and Check In Counter of Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2 is.

Incheon International Airport Passenger Terminal 2 Departure and Check In Counter

Remember to check this information before you take AREX train to Incheon International Airport Terminal 2!

A Night at Myeongdong - Minamiyama (Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu), Namsan Cable Car, Cafe Mamoe

All foreign tourists who comes to Seoul will visit Myeongdong for shopping and to try out various Korean street food. If you are looking for something else to do in Myeongdong other than shopping, check out our recommended special evening tour in Myeongdong.

Dinner: Minamiyama - Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu (미나미야마 - 원조 남산 왕돈가스) → Namsan Seoul Tower via Namsan Cable Car →  Cafe: Cafe Mamoe

(1) Minamiyama - Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu

Minamiyama - Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu Restaurant can be seen while you are on the way to walking to Namsan Cable Car Station. This restaurant is a popular restaurant that serves Donkatsu pork cutlet and was featured several times on TV program.

Minamiyama - Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu @ Myeongdong

Some artists have eaten at this restaurant

Let's check out their food!

Corn soup

Wang Donkatsu - Pork cutlet 

Jjamppong (Spicy Seafood Noodles)

After placing an order, Jjamppong (Spicy Seafood Noodles) was served. This Jjamppong (Spicy Seafood Noodles) is not too spicy and the bowl is filled with lots of vegetables and seafood. Donkatsu pork cutlet and Jjamppong seems to be a good combination for dinner.

[Information about Minamiyama - Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu]

Address: 105 Sopa-ro, Namsandong 2(i)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul

Directions: Take AREX train > Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 4 at Seoul Station > Get off at Myeongdong Station Exit 3, walk approx. 9 mins.

Opening hours: 11:00-22:00 (opens everyday)

Price: Donkatsu KRW 9,000 / Jjamppong Noodles KRW 9,000 /  Sanuki Udon KRW 7,000

Contact number : 02-318-6696

(2) Namsan Cable Car 

Namsan Tower is one of the most popular attractions in Seoul. Most, if not all, tourists know that you can enjoy magnificent view from Namsan Tower. Do you know that the night view is also very beautiful? If you want to enjoy Seoul city view,  it is highly recommended that you visit Namsan Tower at night. There are a few ways to get to Namsan Tower, but we will recommend Namsan Cable Car for this tour.

After having a scrumptious Donkatsu pork cutlet dinner, let's take the Namsan Cable Car to Namsan Tower and take a night walk and enjoy Seoul city night view.

Taking Namsan Cable Car to Namsan Tower

[Information about Namsan Cable Car]

Address: 83 Sopa-ro, Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul

Directions: Take AREX train > Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 4 at Seoul Station > Get off at Myeongdong Station Exit 3, walk approx.11 mins.

Opening hours: 10:00-23:00 (opens everyday)

Price: Adult - KRW 8,500 return ticket/ Child - KRW 5,500 return ticket

Contact number : 02-753-2403

(3) Cafe Mamoe

After taking a walk around Namsan Tower, you are probably looking for a place to rest and enjoy some drinks. Let's grab a cup of coffee at Cafe Mamoe!

Cafe Mamoe

Cafe Mamoe Exterior

Cafe Mamoe

Cafe Mamoe has a unique exterior and interior. You can also take some nice photos for your Facebook or Instagram. Besides that, you can definitely enjoy your coffee in a relaxing and quiet environment in Cafe Mamoe. As the weather is getting warmer in Seoul, you can even take a seat at the terrace and enjoy your coffe.

Cafe Mamoe Interior

Cinnamon Latte @ Cafe Mamoe

Nutty Cream Latte @ Cafe Mamoe

Cream Cheese Cake @ Cafe Mamoe

[Information about Cafe Mamoe]

Address: 41 Sopa-ro, Hoehyeon-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul

Directions: Take AREX train > Transfer to Seoul Subway Line 4 at Seoul Station > Get off at Myeongdong Station Exit 4, walk approx. 12 mins. (10 mins walk from Minamiyama - Wonjo Namsan Wang Donkatsu Restaurant)

Opening hours:  Mon, Wed, Thur, Sun 12:00-22:00 / Fri & Sat 12:00-23:00 / Closed on Tuesday

Price: Americano KRW 4,800 / Cafe Latte KRW 5,500 / Signature drink KRW 6,800 / Dessert KRW 6,000 - 8,000

Contact number : 02-776-2008

[Incheon International Airport Terminal 2] Darakhyu Capsule Hotel

If you have some extra time in Incheon Airport, you can check out Darakhyu Capsule Hotel which is located at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2. Darakhyu Capsule Hotel, which was initially only available in Incheon International Airport Terminal 1, has also started their operation at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 when Terminal 2 was opened in January 2018.

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel, Incheon International Airport T2

Entrance of Darakhyu Capsule Hotel , Incheon International Airport T2

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel is located at B1 floor of Transportation Center, where Korea Airport Railroad AREX - Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Station is. It is located at the common area, so even if you are not leaving Korea from Incheon Airport, you can still stay at Darakhyu Capsule Hotel.

Self Check-in & Check-out machine

Self Check-in & Check-out machine Darakhyu Capsule Hotel

You can do self check-in and check-out at Darakhyu Capsule Hotel. Upon entering Darakhyu Capsule Hotel, you will find the self check-in and check-out machine. The service is available in Korean and English, which is convenient for the foreigner tourists.

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Lobby Lounge

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Faciities

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Lobby Lounge has Rest Space, Business Corner, etc and it is opened for 24 hours. There are also computer, printer, fax, photocopy machine ad scanner available at the lounge for you to use it if necessary.

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Room Corridor

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel has Single Bed (6 rooms), Double Bed - Hub (4 rooms), Double Bed (9 rooms), Double Bed + Shower (41 rooms). Among the Double Bed + Shower rooms, there is also one Accessible Room.

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed (Hub) 

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed (Hub) Room 317

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed (Hub) Room 317

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed (Hub) Room 318

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed + Shower

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed with Shower (Room 323)

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel - Double Bed with Shower (Room 323)

▲For Double Bed with Shower, there is an attached shower room in the room.

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Shared Shower Rooms

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Shared Shower Rooms

There are 10 independent shower rooms available in Darakhyu Capsule Hotel. It is available 24 hours and free to use for any guest staying in the hotel. For guests who are not staying in the hotel, you can use the shower room with a charge of KRW 8,000 (including tax). 

[Information about Darakhyu Capsule Hotel]

Getting here : B1 Floor of Transportation Center @ Korea Airport Railroad AREX - Incheon Airport Terminal 2 Station. 

Address : 272 Gonghang-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

Fee : Day Use KRW23,100 onwards , Overnight KRW56,000 onwards

Operating hours: Day Use 06:00~20:00, Overnight 20:00~06:00, Shared Shower Room 24 hours

Contact number : 032) 743-5000

Website: www.walkerhill.com/capsulehotel/kr