Cafes in Seoul

152 venues
  1. 1
    5.0 (180)
    15 Toegye-ro 20na-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  2. 2
    5.0 (77)
    59 Gimsangok-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  3. 3
    5.0 (71)
    45 Samil-daero 32-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  4. 4
    5.0 (41)
    13 Jong-ro 16-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  5. 5
    5.0 (21)
    -ga, 30-2 남산동2가 중구 서울특별시 South Korea
  6. 6
    4.9 (1512)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Jahamun-ro, 43 경복궁 본점
  7. 7
    4.9 (798)
    6-1 Myeongdong 6-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  8. 8
    4.9 (602)
    South Korea, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Poeun-ro, 112 2층
  9. 9
    4.9 (468)
    24-1 Supyo-ro 6-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  10. 10
    4.9 (353)
    6-8 Bukchon-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  11. 11
    4.9 (312)
    35 Daesagwan-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  12. 12
    4.9 (286)
    20-8 Insadong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  13. 13
    4.9 (214)
    South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam District, 지하 1층 46-6 논현로 159길
  14. 14
    4.9 (155)
    -ga, 9-15 회현동3가 중구 서울특별시 South Korea
  15. 15
    4.9 (147)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Myeongdong-gil, 73 101호
  16. 16
    4.9 (132)
    26-20 Seoulsup 4-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  17. 17
    4.9 (124)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, 충무로 6길 33-2 1층
  18. 18
    4.9 (74)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Namdaemunsijang 2ga-gil, 2 1층
  19. 19
    4.9 (72)
    14 Noksapyeong-daero 26ga-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  20. 20
    4.9 (67)
    10-3 Hyehwa-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  21. 21
    4.9 (59)
    1F, Crestown Coffee, 652 Eonju-ro, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
  22. 22
    4.9 (20)
    15 Deoksugung-gil, Seosomun-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  23. 23
    4.9 (16)
    2F, 12 Seongmisan-ro 17-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  24. 24
    4.8 (1320)
    South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam District, Gangnam-daero 94-gil, 10 지하 2층
  25. 25
    4.8 (167)
    2 Tojeong-ro 9-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  26. 26
    4.8 (114)
    1층, 케이스퀘어시티 다동, 24 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  27. 27
    4.8 (89)
    10 Ewhayeodae 2ga-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  28. 28
    4.8 (83)
    34 Toegye-ro 18-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  29. 29
    4.8 (52)
    18-2 Naksanseonggwakseo 1-gil, Ihwa-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  30. 30
    4.8 (48)
    자하문로9길, 24 1층, 종로구 서울특별시 South Korea
  31. 31
    4.8 (45)
    167 Myeong-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  32. 32
    4.8 (44)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Chungmu-ro, 54-17 5층
  33. 33
    4.8 (41)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Ujeongguk-ro, 50-4 1 층
  34. 34
    4.8 (9)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, 종로1.2.3.4가동 26-1
  35. 35
    4.7 (3163)
    24 Yanghwa-ro 16-gil, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  36. 36
    4.7 (423)
    17 Insadong 12-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  37. 37
    4.7 (195) €€
    20-21 Bukchon-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  38. 38
    4.7 (185)
    22 Sinchon-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  39. 39
    4.7 (163)
    37 Insadong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  40. 40
    4.7 (153)
    33 Insadong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  41. 41
    4.7 (151)
    3 Bukchon-ro 5-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  42. 42
    4.7 (100)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Mareunnae-ro, 103 1층
  43. 43
    4.7 (89)
    Bukchon-ro 11-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  44. 44
    4.7 (79)
    99-11 Sinheung-ro, 용산2가동 Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  45. 45
    4.7 (22)
    39 Mugyo-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  46. 46
    4.7 (15)
    3rd floor, 14 Myeongdong-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  47. 47
    4.6 (722) €€
    1 Neungdong-ro 11-gil, Gwangjin District, Seoul, South Korea
  48. 48
    4.6 (613) €€
    100 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  49. 49
    4.6 (297) €€
    16 Gukjegeumyung-ro 8-gil, Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul, South Korea
  50. 50
    4.6 (271)
    51 Jong-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  51. 51
    4.6 (262) €
    58 Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  52. 52
    4.6 (218)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Supyo-ro 28-gil, 21-6 1층
  53. 53
    4.6 (155)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Myeongdong 3-gil, 17 충일빌딩 2층
  54. 54
    4.6 (108)
    South Korea, Seoul, Yongsan District, Hoenamu-ro 44ga-gil, 45 1층
  55. 55
    4.6 (91)
    45 Daehyeon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  56. 56
    4.6 (76)
    86-1 Supyo-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  57. 57
    4.6 (66) €€
    17 Hoenamu-ro 13ga-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  58. 58
    4.6 (61)
    34 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  59. 59
    4.6 (57)
    9-3 Toegye-ro 2-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  60. 60
    4.6 (55)
    107-1 Seosulla-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  61. 61
    4.6 (36)
    South Korea, Seoul, Yongsan District, 1층
  62. 62
    4.6 (12)
    18-2 Pil-dong 3(sam)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  63. 63
    4.5 (3377) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam District, Nonhyeon-ro, 636 이디야빌딩
  64. 64
    4.5 (2311) €€
    16-6 Samil-daero 12-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  65. 65
    4.5 (957) €€
    10 Hongik-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  66. 66
    4.5 (869) €€
    17 Jong-ro 3-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  67. 67
    4.5 (628) €€
    7 Mallijae-ro 35-gil, 중림동 Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  68. 68
    4.5 (543)
    33 Jong-ro, Cheongjin-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  69. 69
    4.5 (458) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Seodaemun-gu, Myeongmul-gil, 36 8 층
  70. 70
    4.5 (453)
    33-5 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  71. 71
    4.5 (414)
    14 Wausan-ro 29-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  72. 72
    4.5 (405)
    13 Myeongdong 4-gil, Myeong-dong 2(i)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  73. 73
    4.5 (391) €€
    74 Myeongdong-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  74. 74
    4.5 (386) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Ujeongguk-ro, 26 A동 1층
  75. 75
    4.5 (322) €€
    13-12 Wonhyo-ro 89-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  76. 76
    4.5 (292) €€
    23 Eonju-ro 167-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
  77. 77
    4.5 (245)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Sejong-daero 16-gil, 27 남양빌딩 1층
  78. 78
    4.5 (229) €€€
    14 Myeongdong-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  79. 79
    4.5 (229)
    70 Seongmisan-ro 27-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  80. 80
    4.5 (219)
    257-8 Dongho-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  81. 81
    4.5 (218)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Myeong-dong, Toegye-ro 18-gil, 10 1층
  82. 82
    4.5 (157) €€
    53 Pildong-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  83. 83
    4.5 (131) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Seodaemun-gu, Sinchon-ro, ９ 2nd floor left room
  84. 84
    4.5 (118) €€
    35 Toegye-ro 6-gil, 회현동 Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  85. 85
    4.5 (100)
    109 Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  86. 86
    4.5 (99)
    25 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  87. 87
    4.5 (2)
    40 Namdaemun-ro 9-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  88. 88
    4.4 (1301) €€
    250 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  89. 89
    4.4 (895) €€
    21 Sajik-ro 8-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  90. 90
    4.4 (863)
    262-29 Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  91. 91
    4.4 (818) €€
    35 Dongmak-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  92. 92
    4.4 (669)
    10 Myeongdong 6-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  93. 93
    4.4 (563) €€
    24 Noksapyeong-daero 26ga-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  94. 94
    4.4 (409) €€
    29 Myeongdong 9-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  95. 95
    4.4 (393)
    32 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
  96. 96
    4.4 (274) €€
    147-1 Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  97. 97
    4.4 (218)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Cheonggyecheon-ro, 155 1,2,3층
  98. 98
    4.4 (204) €€
    22-30 Yanghwa-ro 19-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  99. 99
    4.4 (203) €€
    68 Huam-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  100. 100
    4.4 (140)
    141 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  101. 101
    4.4 (135)
    46 Toegye-ro 18-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  102. 102
    텅
    4.4 (125)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Yulgok-ro, 82 7층
  103. 103
    4.4 (77)
    30-11 Wangsimni-ro 14-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  104. 104
    4.4 (51)
    18-6 Wonhyo-ro 93-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  105. 105
    서울노마드
    4.4 (42)
    5 Dongsomun-ro 11-gil, Seongbuk District, Seoul, South Korea
  106. 106
    4.3 (2817) €€
    17 Saechang-ro 2-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  107. 107
    4.3 (1286)
    31-9 Donhwamun-ro 11na-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  108. 108
    4.3 (846) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Yulgok-ro, 83 1층 아라리오뮤지엄
  109. 109
    4.3 (683) €€
    136 B1 Sejong-daero, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  110. 110
    4.3 (541) €€
    31 Mapo-daero 4da-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  111. 111
    4.3 (277)
    11 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Seorin-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  112. 112
    4.3 (196) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Euljiro 2(i)-ga, 199-4 한전서울본부 별관 2층 KR 서울특별시 중구 남대문로 92
  113. 113
    4.3 (188)
    63 Gangnam-daero 136-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
  114. 114
    4.3 (171)
    21 Hongik-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  115. 115
    4.3 (164)
    97 Eulji-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  116. 116
    4.3 (112)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, 율곡로 49-14
  117. 117
    4.3 (81)
    123 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  118. 118
    4.3 (62)
    Seoul, South Korea
  119. 119
    4.3 (35)
    South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Hangang-daero, 416 1층
  120. 120
    4.2 (4340) €€
    5 Gyedong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  121. 121
    4.2 (1295) €€€
    34 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
  122. 122
    4.2 (1264)
    2-3 Bukchon-ro 2-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  123. 123
    4.2 (1187) €€
    South Korea, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Tojeong-ro 5-gil, 10 1층,2층
  124. 124
    4.2 (758) €€
    14 Jong-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  125. 125
    4.2 (456) €€
    B102, 74 Myeongdong-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  126. 126
    4.2 (425) €€
    65-4 Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  127. 127
    4.2 (363) €€
    81 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  128. 128
    4.2 (288)
    18 Donhwamun-ro 11da-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  129. 129
    4.2 (151) €€
    17 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  130. 130
    라이프워크 커피 명동
    4.2 (132)
    123 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  131. 131
    4.2 (107) €€
    6-23 Myeong-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  132. 132
    4.2 (73)
    1-6 Janggyo-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  133. 133
    커피앳웍스 센터원점
    4.2 (54)
    67 Suha-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  134. 134
    4.1 (1082) €€
    22 Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  135. 135
    4.1 (602) €€
    7 Jahamun-ro 4-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  136. 136
    4.1 (589)
    166-31 Ikseon-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  137. 137
    4.1 (570) €€
    135 Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  138. 138
    4.1 (441) €€
    224 Ichon-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  139. 139
    4.1 (218)
    12 Yanghwa-ro 18an-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  140. 140
    4.1 (216)
    62 Hoenamu-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
  141. 141
    4.1 (149) €
    2 Donhwamun-ro 9-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  142. 142
    4.1 (60)
    121 호, 21 Myeongdong 7-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  143. 143
    4.1 (18) €€
    Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
  144. 144
    4.0 (683) €€
    10 Myeongdong 3-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  145. 145
    4.0 (120)
    South Korea, Seoul, Yongsan District, Namyeong-dong, Duteopbawi-ro, 84F
  146. 146
    3.9 (448) €€
    17-3 Namdaemunno 4(sa)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  147. 147
    3.9 (163) €€
    97 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  148. 148
    3.9 (159)
    29 Dosan-daero 11-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
  149. 149
    3.9 (34)
    81 Myeongdong-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  150. 150
    3.8 (18)
    4 Jahamun-ro 2-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
  151. 151
    3.7 (6)
    13 Sejong-daero, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
  152. 152
    2.5 (4)
    Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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Guide to Cafes in Seoul

Seoul's cafe culture is a highlight for digital nomads, freelancers, writers, and travelers who need a reliable spot to work, reflect, or simply enjoy a great coffee. The city's cafes range from specialty third-wave coffee shops with precision-brewed single origins to neighborhood spots with free WiFi, generous opening hours, and a welcoming attitude toward laptop workers.

Traveler Tips for Cafes in Seoul

  • WiFi etiquette: In popular Seoul cafes, it's courteous to buy something every couple of hours if you're working for extended periods. Most cafes appreciate the business.
  • Power outlets: Check whether your chosen cafe has accessible power outlets before settling in — this varies widely in Seoul.
  • Peak vs off-peak hours: Mornings (7–10am) and late afternoons (3–6pm) tend to be the best times to find good seating in busy Seoul cafes.
  • Specialty coffee scene: Seoul has several world-class specialty coffee roasters with cafes. Look for those using local or single-origin beans for the best cup.
  • Neighborhood gems: Some of the best cafes in Seoul are tucked away in residential neighborhoods, away from tourist zones. Explore beyond the center.

A cafe in Seoul is often where the best conversations happen. Solo travelers, writers, programmers, and entrepreneurs all share these spaces. Use Nomax to find other travelers who are also working from cafes in Seoul — you might find a coworking companion, share cafe recommendations, or discover a new favorite spot together.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best cafes in Seoul?

Seoul has 152+ cafes tracked by Nomax. The top-rated options are listed on this page, sorted by rating and traveler reviews. Use the interactive map to explore venues by neighborhood.

How do I find cafes in Seoul on a map?

Use the interactive map on this page to see all cafes in Seoul as numbered markers. Click any marker to see ratings, opening hours, address, and contact details. You can also search and filter venues in the left panel.

Are there any tips for solo travelers visiting cafes in Seoul?

Yes. Solo travelers in Seoul recommend arriving at cafes during peak social hours to meet other travelers. Download Nomax to connect with fellow travelers before you arrive — many users coordinate meetups at specific venues.

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