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Itaewon Special Tourist Zone 이태원 관광특구

+82-2-797-7319
www.itaewon.or.kr

Hannam-dong and Itaewon-dong in Seoul

Itaewon was the first special tourist zone designated in 1997 among the 5 special tourist zones in Seoul. 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 international conferences. Since then, Itaewon has been a popular travel destination. Clothes and accessories with unique designs, and leather products are famous in particular. This is a go-to street for both shopping and entertainment. The street is crowded with shopping malls selling clothes and bags, as well as accommodations including hotels, restaurants, entertainment facilities and travel agencies. With about 2,200 shops and stores lining every street, visitors can experience a multicultural atmosphere. Also famous is Antique Furniture Street where more than 100 shops stretch from Hamilton Hotel to Hangangjin Station.

At night, Itaewon is brilliantly illuminated by nightlife for those from abroad and home-alike. Travelers can taste cuisines and cultures from around the globe on the World Food Street where there are 40 restaurants owned 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 streets of cultural diversity. In October, the “Itaewon Global Village Festival” takes place with a range of performances and events. Most of the staff at the stores can speak English, Japanese or Chinese.

* Current State of Itaewon Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: The 1.4 km-long street stretching from Itaewon-ro to Hannam 2 (i)-dong office.
2) Area: 383,292㎡

* Tourist Attractions
40 restaurants run by foreigners, Hamilton Hotel, Art Museum, nightclubs, Antique Furniture Street, etc.

Utilization information

・Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-797-7319

・Parking Facilities : Public parking lots (fees apply)
6 parking lots around the hotels
Limited spaces at shopping malls and restaurants are available.

Interpretation Services Offered

Tourist information centers offer travel maps in English, Japanese and Chinese. Travel information is posted on the website in English, Japanese and Chinese.

Access

[Subway]
Itaewon Station / Noksapyeong Station / Hangangjin Station (Seoul Subway Line 6)

Hannam-dong and Itaewon-dong in Seoul

Traffic information

Subway Line 6 Itaewon (이태원）- 68.6m
Subway Line 6 Noksapyeong (Yongsan-gu Office) (녹사평(용산구청)）- 611m

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Ho Lee Chow - Itaewon Branch Seoul > Ho Lee Chow was established in 1998 at a small shop in the streets of Itaewon. At Ho Lee Chow, visitors can enjoy various Chinese dishes that were once only available in Chinatown. There is a wide variety: main dishes such as stir-fried noodles, stir-fried seafood, and fried rice, as well	14m
Maple Tree House(Danpungnamujip) - Itaewon Branch Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Located behind the Hamilton Hotel in Itaewon, Maple Tree House (Danpungnamujip, 단풍나무집) is a meat restaurant where diners can enjoy grilled meat in an elegant, wine bar-like ambience. The restaurant's main dish is Cheongyeop, which is pork grilled over a charcoal fire and wrapped in ferment	37m
Copacabana Grill Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Copacabana Grill in Itaewon is a Brazilian restaurant named after the internationally renowned ‘Copacabana Beach’ in Brazil. At the restaurant, customers can enjoy unlimited skewers of sirloin steak, tenderloin, chicken, pork, or sausage. What makes the dining experience especially uniqu	58m
Santorini Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Santorini is a Greek restaurant located in Itaewon along ‘Restaurant Street’ located behind the Hamilton Hotel. Decorated in a Mediterranean theme, the restaurant offers authentic Greek food cooked by native Greek chefs. Main dishes include Saganaki (deep-fried chunks of cheese), Gyros (	68m
Gecko's Garden Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Gecko's Garden is a fusion pub & restaurant where customers can enjoy tapas, steaks, juicy burgers, and barbecue dishes along with a glass of wine or beer. The numerous windows give the restaurant a luxurious feel and allow for an open view of the lush garden outside. Gecko's Garden serv	69m
The Flying Pan Blue Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan The Flying Pan Blue is a brunch cafe serving meals made of organic ingredients without the use of any artificial additives. Located in Itaewon, the restaurant has gained a substantial base of regular customers, many of whom are foreigners who live in the area.	82m
Smokey Saloon – Itaewon Branch Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan An authentic American burger joint along one of the main restaurant streets of Itaewon, ’Smokey Saloon’ (est. 2005) is decorated like an old pub from the American ‘Wild West.’ Visitors may be surprised, however, that the burger restaurant is not filled with the scent of cigar	100m
Chakraa - Itaewon Branch Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Chakraa is an Indian restaurant located in Itaewon, known as the international town of Seoul. In addition to a number of set menus for families, couples and take-outs, Chakraa offers catering services for various indoor/outdoor events.	100m
Bua Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Bua, meaning a lotus in Thai, features authentic Thai cuisine.	106m

North Beach Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Opened in 1987 in Itaewon, North Beach has been a successful leather goods brand, even launching branches in department stores. Appearing frequently in magazines and on TV programs, it is a leather shop that is extremely popular among international residents and tourists. It stands out even in Itaew	55m
Hamilton Shirts Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Located across from Hamilton Hotel, Hamilton Shirts boasts exquisite customized dress shirts with over 30 years of history. Its loyal customers include professionals in the financial industry and media. Within a KRW 30,000-40,000 price range, customers get high quality dress shirts with their initia	74m
Ferrara Korea Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Located in Itaewon, one of the most well-known tourist areas in Seoul, Ferrara Korea is a hip and trendy leather goods store that has been featured in fashion magazines and on television. People of all ages frequent the shop and it is particularly beloved by Japanese tourists. Trendy items like l	85m
Lee Collection Seoul > Lee Collection specializes in leather/fur goods and crocodile bags. The shop not only uses high quality fabrics, but also produces leather/fur goods directly. Its diverse items will certainly attract customers looking for their own styles.	125m
Hilton Tailor Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan 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 H	125m
Eden Pottery Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Eden Pottery specializes in Korean pottery from celadon to white porcelains. The shop is full of superb Korean pottery in its gallery-like atmosphere. Customers will be exposed to the rich history of Korean pottery and its diverse types. Products are made by experienced craftsmen.	173m
Korean Souvenir Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Korean Souvenir is a popular souvenir shop in Itaewon. The shop deals with products distinct to Korea: Ginseng/hongsam products, souvenirs, and traditional teas. For international tourists, the shop offers fascinating items to take home.	184m
Italiana Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Specializing in leather and fur goods, Italiana has served loyal customers for a long time in Itaewon. It boasts all kinds of leather goods from luxurious classical styles to popular styles and light vegetable leather items, captivating both Koreans and international tourists year-round.	184m
Harrods Antique Gallery Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Harrods Antique Gallery offers a wide variety of items including Korean antique furniture, European antique furniture, lighting fixtures, and ceramics. As one of the main furniture shops in Itaewon, it boasts both an antique atmosphere and a comfortable shopping space.	190m
Chateau Chocolat -Itaewon Branch Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Chateau Chocolat in the exotic town Itaewon is managed directly by the Chocolate Museum. Other Chateau Chocolat stores can be found in Apgujeong and around Gyeongbok Royal Palace and Changdeok Royal Palace. Using advanced chocolate making in Belgium and other European countries, Chateau Chocolat boa	248m

Seoul Central Masjid (서울 중앙성원) Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Located in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu in Seoul, the Seoul Central Masjid was the first Islamic mosque in Korea. Construction of the mosque began in October 1974 on a piece of land (5,000 square meters) that was donated by the Korean government. Funded by the Islamic countries, the mosque officially ope	375m
Gyeongnidan-gil Road Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Gyeongnidan-gil road is about 1-km long, sprawling out into Sowol-gil road that starts from Namsan Mountain to the Armed Forces Financial Management Group. The Armed Forces Financial Management Group was used to be called the Armed forces Centeral Gyeongnidan, where the name of the road was ori	580m
Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art, exhibits traditional and modern works of art by Korean and international artists. The museum itself is just as fascinating as the works of art on display, since its three buildings were designed by the internationally renowned architects, Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, and	593m
Grand Hyatt Seoul Ice Skating Rink Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan The Grand Hyatt Hotel's beautiful ice skating rink has been featured in a number of Korean TV commercials and dramas. It’s particularly popular with couples as the rink’s gorgeous lights, night view of the city, and smooth music make it very romantic. The Grand Hyatt Hotel holds several ev	598m
Namsan Botanical Garden Seoul > Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan Namsan Outdoor Botanical Garden opened its doors on February 18th, 1997 in Hannam-dong, where the residential complex for foreigners once stood before it was demolished in 1994. Covering an area of around 59m2, it is divided into 13 themed gardens with a total 117,132 plants from 269 species. Among	850m
Blue Square Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Blue Square is a culture complex built by Interpark Group to help advance the performing arts. It opened in November 2011 as the largest performing art hall in Korea. It has a musical theater seating 1,726, a 1,400-seat concert hall with 3,000 standing spaces, and two grand theaters.	1015m
The War Memorial of Korea Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan The grounds of the War Memorial of Korea were once the headquarters of the Korean Infantry. Many experts from different fields were consulted numerous times and exhaustive research was done in order to complete the exhibits. This memorial is the largest of its kind in the world.There are 8 main exhi	1465m
Children’s Museum of National Museum of Korea Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan The Children’s Museum located within the National Museum of Korea is an experience-centered museum where children can see, touch, and feel history through hands-on programs and games. Items are in a permanent display and allow children to learn more about Korea’s cultural heritage in an interact	1677m
The National Museum of Korea Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan The National Museum of Korea is located about 1.5 km away from Yongsan Station. It is the largest museum in Korea and houses precious Korean cultural assets that tell the story of Korea’s fascinating history, from ancient times to the modern era.The museum is also close to Yongsan Family Park, a g	1683m

Hamilton Hotel Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Opened in 1973, Hamilton Hotel is a landmark in Seoul's international town of Itaewon. In addition to 166 guestrooms, the hotel has many dining and convenience facilities including a shopping center. Its rooftop swimming pool is particularly popular on weekends during summer, as it provides relaxati	0m
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Hotel Crown Itaewon Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Hotel Crown Itaewon is located in an international area where a variety of restaurants, shopping places, and other entertainment choices are clustered. The hotel features 191 guestrooms of various types suitable for both leisure and business travelers. Subsidiary facilities include a banquet hall, a	446m
Grand Hyatt Seoul Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan The Grand Hyatt Seoul is a 5-star international business hotel located 10 minutes away from the city and 20 minutes away from Yeoido, boasting a view of the Han River to the south, and the scenery of Mt. Namsan to the north. The hotel offers a total of 601 guest rooms with 6 of the floors designated	598m
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Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul Seoul > Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan Namsan Tower Hotel, a time-honored landmark of Seoul, has been renovated and reopened as ‘Banyan Tree Club & Spa’, a world leading resort hotel. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is a membership club/hotel created in Namsan, Seoul by ‘Banyan Tree Hotel & Resort,’ Singa	1971m
Hotel Elleinn Seoul > Itaewon・Yongsan Hotel Elleinn is a top-tier business boutique hotel. It is only ten minutes away from Seoul Station and Yongsan Station, so it is a convenient choice for travelers arriving or departing by KTX trains. It is also close to subway stations Namyeong (Line 1) and Samgakji (Lines 4 and 6). The hotel fe	1990m
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