Itaewon Special Tourist Zone (이태원 관광특구)

4.3Km 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.

Yeontabal Yeouido (연타발 여의도)

4.3Km 2020-11-19

18, Gukhoe-daero, 70-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-9238

A store featured several times in Korean gourmet programs. This restaurant's signature menu is grilled beef large intestine. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Hilton Tailor (힐튼양복점)

4.3Km 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.

Singil Yangkkochi (신길양꼬치)

4.3Km 2021-03-25

193, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-845-5760

It is a place where you can enjoy various Chinese dishes as well as lamb dishes. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is lamb skewers.

Gohyang Naengmyeon (고향냉면)

4.3Km 2021-03-25

193, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6053-0453

It is a noodle dish in meat broth added with seasonings. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The most famous menu is cold buckwheat noodles.

Seoul Wave Art Center (서울웨이브아트센터)

4.3Km 2024-10-10

145-35 Jamwon-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

Seoul Wave Art Center is located within Jamwon Hangang Park, and focuses on promoting the relationship between the sky and earth, people and nature, and people and people. The art center opened in 2020 and has continued to host a range of new exhibitions.

Jungin Myeonok Main Store (정인면옥 본점)

4.3Km 2024-03-15

1F, 10 Gukhoe-daero 76-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2683-2615

Jungin Myeonok, situated near Yeouido Hangang Park, is a culinary destination specializing in Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles). The restaurant offers two types of naengmyeon: the traditional Pyeongyang naengmyeon, which combines buckwheat with starch for a chewier texture, and sunmyeon, crafted purely from buckwheat. Both varieties are served in a deep, flavorful meat broth, complemented by the springy texture of the noodles, providing an authentic and satisfying dining experience.

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

4.3Km 2024-04-23

195, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Juyeong Sikdang (주영식당)

4.3Km 2021-03-25

7, Singil-ro, 60ma-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-833-7357

This is a place that sells spicy soup dishes. The best menu at this restaurant is kimchi stew. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.

Hangugeseo Dubeonjjae Yangpyeong Haejangguk Jeonmun (한국에서두번째양평해장국전문)

4.3Km 2021-03-25

189, Dosin-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-845-3400

It is a dish made with special pork parts. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is hangover soup.

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