Seoul’s Ultra-Trendy Cafe Has a Bar and a Pool—Every Corner Is a Photo Spot

Reporter Ho Kuan-hsien / Comprehensive Report

You absolutely must check in and post here!* This“Urban Source” in Seoul, South Koreawas once the filming location for the opening scene of the variety show *Infinite Challenge*. The entire cafe has an industrial design, is semi-open, and includes not just an outdoor garden but also rooftop seating, making it very expansive.

▲The Urban Source sign glows brilliantly at night, and the high ceilings draw you in. (Photo/IG@hooo.hooProvided, do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

Urban Source is divided into three sections: a cafe, a restaurant, and a bar. The cafe serves not only coffee but also bread and cakes. Additionally, the bar at Urban Source, “Urban Space,” features a large ball pit with a pool theme, filled with white balls that mimic splashing waves, as if you’ve just jumped in. There are also inflatable pool rings in the center, creating a cool summer vibe. Jumping into this ball pit not only brings back childhood memories but also gives you enough fun and photo ops to last all day until you’re completely exhausted.

▲The spacious pool at Urban Space draws many visitors. (Photo/IG@sailormoonaProvided, do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

Additionally, next to Urban Source is an exhibition space where many art shows and even fashion events are held. It also occasionally hosts market activities. Among the many unique cafes in cafe-packed Seongsu-dong, Urban Source stands out with its sleek industrial style, vast outdoor lawn terrace, and fun, Instagrammable white bubble pool, attracting many visitors and sparking an IG check-in trend in Korea.

▲The terrace at URBAN SOURCE, paired with blue skies and greenery, offers a relaxing holiday vibe. (Photo/IG@hooo.hooProvided, do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

▲The drinkware at URBAN SOURCE is also vibrant and unique. (Photo/IG@hooo.hooProvided, do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

URBAN SOURCE
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Address: ?聘 帘迟? 硼淮钎3? 9
Transportation Info: Exit 4 of Seongsu Station (5-minute walk)
Phone: 02-462-6262
Business Hours: 11:00 - 24:00