Itaewon StreetItaewon · Hannam 6

Photo: KTO

Close to many embassies, Itaewon is Seoul's most international neighbourhood, with restaurants and bars serving food from around the world. Distinctive shops are scattered along its hilly lanes.

Just off the main road, Gyeongnidan-gil and Haebangchon have cafés and restaurants with great views, and rooftops looking up at Namsan Tower are popular.

Key information

Hours	Varies by shop. Many open late
Admission	Free to stroll
Time needed	about 1 hours
Nearest station	Itaewon Stn / Hangangjin Stn (Line 6)
Area	Itaewon · Hannam

Hours and fees are estimates as of 2026-10 and may change. Please check official sources before you go.

Tip
Nearest station: Itaewon (Line 6). Wear comfortable shoes for the hills.

Plan a trip with Itaewon Street

Getting there

From	Route	Time	Fare (approx.)
Incheon Airport	AREX all-stop train → change at Seoul Station → Line 4 → change at Samgakji to Line 6	~82 min	6,300 KRW
Gimpo Airport	AREX (all-stop) → Line 4 → change at Samgakji to Line 6	~43 min	1,750 KRW
Seoul Station	Line 4 → change at Samgakji to Line 6	~15 min	1,550 KRW

Times are to the Itaewon · Hannam area's nearest station; walk from there.

Nearby spots

Photo: KTO
Hannam-dongItaewon · Hannam · ~800 mCurated boutiques, galleries and cafés. Nearest: Hangangjin Stn.
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N Seoul Tower (Namsan)Myeongdong · ~1.9 kmObservation tower atop Namsan, reached by cable car or shuttle bus. Popular at night.
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Garosu-gil (Sinsa)Gangnam · Sinsa · ~2.9 kmA ginkgo-lined street of boutiques and cafés.
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Namdaemun MarketMyeongdong · ~3.1 kmOne of Korea's largest markets. Many shops close on Sundays.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Itaewon Street?

Varies by shop. Many open late. Please check the official website for the latest information.

How much does Itaewon Street cost?

Free to stroll.

How do I get to Itaewon Street?

The nearest station is Itaewon Stn / Hangangjin Stn (Line 6). From Incheon Airport it takes about 82 minutes and costs around ₩6,300.