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Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel (임피리얼 팰리스 부티크 호텔)

Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel (임피리얼 팰리스 부티크 호텔)

907.105602224178m    29700     2021-03-09

221, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Situated in the heart of Itaewon, an international shopping district in Seoul, Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel has the perfect location for business and leisure travelers. The guestrooms are decorated with pop-art paintings to give a more comfortable and trendy ambience. The hotel also provides a conference room, gym, dining options, and more.

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (삼성미술관 리움)

948.6925277532836m    100720     2022-12-15

60-16, Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2014-6901

Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern art works by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the art works on display, since the museum's three buildings were designed by internationally renowned architects Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and Rem Koolhaas.

MUSEUM 1 houses traditional Korean art, such as calligraphy, paintings, ceramic arts, and metal craftwork, while MUSEUM 2 displays modern and contemporary art by both Korean and international artists.

River View [Korea Quality]리버뷰(River View)[한국관광 품질인증]

River View [Korea Quality]리버뷰(River View)[한국관광 품질인증]

957.0816034631267m    522     2024-06-26

191, Dokseodang-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-10-3539-1689

Riverview is a foreigner-only homestay apartment on Dokseokdang-ro in Seongdong-gu, Seoul. Public transportation links are good so guests can travel round the city with ease. Accommodation is in personal bedrooms, with a shared living room and kitchen. A washing machine can be used free of charge, and breakfast is provided. Situated on the 12th floor, the apartment has great views of the Hangang River and the surrounding mountains. The Hangang Cycle Path runs close by, and riding the path on a rented bike is highly recommended.

Ben's Cookies Itaewon(벤스쿠키 이태원)

1.1 Km    6140     2021-01-08

203 Itaewon-ro Yongsan-gu Seoul
+82-2-556-3275

It is a store specializing in British handmade cookies directly baked every day. This restaurant's signature menu is cookies. This cafe is located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

Grand Hyatt Seoul (그랜드 하얏트 서울)

1.1 Km    59593     2021-02-27

322, Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-797-1234

The Grand Hyatt Seoul is an international business hotel located 10 minutes away from the center of the city and 20 minutes away from Yeouido and Gangnam, boasting a view of the Hangang River to the south and the scenery of Namsan Mountain to the north. It is also located only 70 minutes and 50 minutes away from Incheon International Airport and Gimpo International Airport respecitvely, making the hotel a convenient option for international travelers.

Grand Hyatt Seoul has twelve restaurants and bars that serve authentic meals and develop menus that lead the culinery trend. The hotel is also equipped with conference rooms, sports facilities, and spa services.

Itaewon Special Tourist Zone (이태원 관광특구)

1.1 Km    110756     2023-01-17

196, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-797-7319

Itaewon was the first special tourist zone in Seoul, designated in 1997. It is a multicultural place where over 20,000 foreigners live and is widely recognized by international visitors.

The name Itaewon started to spread worldwide in the 1980s when Korea hosted the 1986 Seoul Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games, as well as many international conferences. Since then, Itaewon has become a popular travel destination. Clothes and accessories with unique designs, and leather products in particular are famous. This is a go-to place for both shopping and entertainment. The street is crowded with shops selling clothes and bags, as well as hotels, restaurants, entertainment facilities and travel agencies. With about 2,000 shops and stores lining every street, visitors can experience a multicultural atmosphere. Also famous in the district is Antique Furniture Street where more than 100 shops selling furniture and antiques stretch from Hamilton Hotel toward Bogwang-ro.

Travelers can taste authentic cuisine and experience culture from around the globe on World Food Street where there are 40 restaurants operated by foreigners. Since the late 1990s, an increase in the number of tourists from Southeast Asia and the Middle East has transformed the streets from being US Army-oriented into culturally diverse. Various performances and events are held in the area. In particular, Itaewon Global Village Festival, held every October, is a famous festival. Tourists can pay in US dollars, Japanese yen, or another currency freely. In addition, visitors can use various languages like English, Japanese, and Chinese with the sellers.

G-Cosmo - Itaewon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지코스모 이태원)

G-Cosmo - Itaewon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (지코스모 이태원)

1.1 Km    0     2024-04-23

195, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Hilton Tailor (힐튼양복점)

Hilton Tailor (힐튼양복점)

1.1 Km    17603     2016-08-19

188-1, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-792-1196


For over 33 years, Hilton Tailor has served prominent customers with exceptional suits and shirts. Once a customer becomes a patron, he can order shirts or suits by phone or email. Suits are tailored to fit each customer's physical shape and preferences. Trendy suits are handmade as well. Suits in Hiton Tailor are known for their comfort and durability. It is one of the most famous shops in Itaewon with prominent customers from all over the world.

Usmania (우스마니아)

Usmania (우스마니아)

1.1 Km    8911     2017-10-10

34, Usadan-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-798-7155

Usmania is a Pakistani restaurant located in Itaewon. The restaurant imports all its ingredients from Pakistan (except for its meats and vegetables) in order to make the dishes as authentic as possible. Dishes are cooked in a tandoor, a clay oven used in just about every household in Pakistan.

KERVAN RESTAURANT (케르반레스토랑)

1.2 Km    9595     2021-04-13

190, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Kervan is a restaurant specializing in Turkish cuisine, which is widely enjoyed around the world. The kitchen is run by a skilled native chef, and has ovens manufactured with Turkish technology. The interior of the restaurant is decorated with traditional Turkish tiles, giving restaurant patrons the opportunity to sample authentic cuisine and decorative elements of Turkish culture together. The restaurant has also obtained the official Halal Certificate recognition.