Seoul's theatre district, Marronnier Park and Ihwa Mural Village.
Hyehwa is the station for Daehangno, Seoul's theatre district, with dozens of small stages, live music and a young crowd.
Uphill to the east, Naksan Park and Ihwa Mural Village give some of the best free views over the city, along the old city wall.
Which exit to take
- Exit2Marronnier Park & Daehangno theatresSmall theatres all around the park. Some shows are non-verbal and visitor-friendly.
- Exit2Naksan Park & city wallAn uphill walk to the wall with views, best at sunset.
- Exit2Ihwa Mural VillageHillside lanes with murals. Residents live here: keep quiet.
Exit numbers can change during station works. Check the yellow exit boards on the platform before you leave the gates.
Food nearby
Student-priced restaurants, cafés and bars around Marronnier Park.
Good to know
- Line 4 runs south to Dongdaemun, DDP, Myeongdong and Seoul Station.
Travel times
| To | Time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Myeongdong | ~8 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun |
| Gyeongbokgung | ~20 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun, then change at Chungmuro to Line 3 |
| Bukchon & Insadong | ~18 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun, then change at Chungmuro to Line 3 |
| Seoul Station | ~11 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun |
| Hongdae | ~25 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun, then change at Seoul Station to AREX (airport) |
| Seongsu | ~21 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun, then change at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park to Line 2 |
| Gangnam | ~37 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun, then change at Chungmuro to Line 3, then change at Sinsa to Sinbundang |
| Jamsil / Lotte World | ~32 min | Line 4 towards Dongdaemun, then change at Dongdaemun History & Culture Park to Line 2 |
Approximate, based on distance between stops plus about seven minutes per change. Add a few minutes for waiting.
On the map
Nearby station guides
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