Itaewon Special Tourist Zone (이태원 관광특구)

6.2Km 2024-11-27

196 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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.

Simsan Cultural Center (심산기념문화센터)

6.2Km 2022-01-04

55, Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3477-2461

The Simsan Cultural Center was established to commemorate the Confucianism and patriotic spirit of Simsan Kim Chang-Suk. It also offers educational and training programs to the local community for developing life skills while adding to the overall quality of life.

Atelier Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (아틀리에성형외과의원)

6.2Km 2024-06-27

89, Donggwang-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Rogatis - Munjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로가디스 문정점)

6.2Km 2024-04-23

109, Dongnam-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Chungmuro Busan Bokjip (충무로 부산복집)

6.2Km 2024-02-28

9-1 Jungdae-ro 27-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-404-3227

Chungmuro Busan Bokjip is a puffer fish cuisine restaurant situated near Ogeum Park and Olympic Park. The signature menu is the jajubong maeuntang (spicy tiger puffer fish stew), offering a flavorful and refreshing broth made with fresh puffer fish, green onions, radishes, and kelp. Another popular dish is the spicy and sweet bulgogi with fresh puffer fish. Additionally, the bogeo shabu-shabu (puffer fish shabu-shabu) allows diners to enjoy fresh vegetables and puffer fish cooked at the table. Nearby attractions include Seokchonhosu Lake and Lotte World.

Itaewon Antiques Street (이태원 앤틱 가구 거리)

6.2Km 2025-04-11

109-1 Bogwang-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Itaewon Antiques Street was formed around the late 1960s, when a group of antique dealerships from Asia, Europe, and North America settled in the district. This 1km-long street is home to antique dealers offering antique sofa, chairs, and tables. Some shops also offer antique decorations, accessories, and clothing. It is a famous shopping district with its own unique ambience from that of Seoul. During spring and autumn, Itaewon Antique Festival takes place, allowing visitors to shop and enjoy cultural performances.

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

6.2Km 2024-04-23

195, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Kervan Turkish Restaurant (케르반레스토랑)

6.2Km 2025-03-15

192 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Kervan is a Turkish restaurant located in Itaewon, offering authentic kebab, pidé, and Turkish desserts. It faithfully recreates the Turkish culture and food through its interior, decorated with traditional tiles, and dishes prepared by a chef from Türkiye. Main menus include Chicken steak, Rich pidé, and Chicken shish kebab.

Demoo [Tax Refund Shop] (데무)

6.2Km 2024-06-27

1F, #2, 108, Dongnam-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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The North Face - Munjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (노스페이스 문정점)

6.2Km 2024-04-19

39, Jungdae-ro 10-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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