Itaewon Special Tourist Zone (이태원 관광특구)

4.9Km 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.

Olive Young - Sinnonhyeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신논현)

4.9Km 2024-04-18

507, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Hilton Tailor (힐튼양복점)

4.9Km 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.

Bultaneun Gopchang (불타는곱창)

4.9Km 2021-07-20

8, Jong-ro 35-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3672-4885

This Korean cuisine is located near Jongno 5(o)ga Station, Seoul. The representative menu is assorted pork intestines/assorted beef intestines. A restaurant specializing in Korean-style grilled intestines.

KGC - Chungmu-ro Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (KGC 충무로점)

4.9Km 2024-04-16

235, Toegye-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Korea University Anam Hospital (고려대학교 안암병원)

4.9Km 2025-07-29

73 Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

As a premier medical institution at the forefront of Korea's healthcare system, Korea University Anam Hospital integrates cutting-edge technologies into clinical practice. Our focus on precision medicine drives excellence in cancer and cardiovascular disease treatment, offering safe and accurate medical services through state-of-the-art robotic surgery and multidisciplinary care.
Our commitment to patient-centered care is evident in our ongoing investments to enhance our systems and capabilities. In 2008, we established the International Medical Center to serve our growing number of international patients better.
The International Medical Center offers services in English, Russian, Mongolian, and Arabic, ensuring that language barriers do not impede quality care. Additionally, our nutrition team develops global meal plans tailored to the diverse dietary needs of our international patients. For added convenience, we provide airport pick-up services, making the journey to our hospital as smooth as possible.

Yukbyeongjang (육병장)

4.9Km 2021-03-29

28, Baekjegobun-ro 7-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul
+82-2-420-7155

This is where you can have all the Samgyeopsal (pork belly) you can eat. The best menu at this restaurant is unlimited serving. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Songpa-gu, Seoul.

Olive Young - Sincheon Jungang Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 신천중앙점)

4.9Km 2024-06-27

2F, 114, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

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Chamin Plastic Surgery [Tax Refund Shop] (차민성형외과의원)

4.9Km 2024-06-27

503, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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Jinhyang Jokbal (진향족발)

4.9Km 2024-10-15

231-1, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-745-5533

A pig's trotter(s) specialty restaurant located near Jongno 5(o)ga Station in Seoul. One of the top 5 jokbal (pig's trotter) restaurants in Seoul. This restaurant's signature menu is braised pigs' feet.

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