Itaewon is a must-see shopping and sightseeing destination for foreigners visiting South Korea. There are more than 2,000 shops selling clothing, backpacks and other department stores, various hotels, restaurants, amusement places, as well as agencies of trading companies, travel agencies, and tourist hotels on the street with a total length of 1.4 kilometers. The presence of American troops nearby gives it a uniquely exotic feel, and the English signs and the hustle and bustle of foreigners make it seem like a foreign street. In addition, you can also taste foreign-style food and beverages that are hard to find in other places such as Turkey, India, Pakistan, Switzerland, Thailand, etc., making it a great pleasure to visit here. Itaewon, which is gradually developing into a tourist destination around the world, holds the Itaewon International Festival every year, where open-air cultural performances are held. In addition to shopping, tourists can experience the essence of traditional Korean culture in an exotic environment. Itaewon's very famous Itaewon 2nd Street is necessary to walk around. The 1.4km long road is lined with shopping malls of various themes. It has traditional suit shops for 30 or 40 years. Distinctive clothing, wedding dress stores, leather products stores, and new fashion stores are all gathered here. There are even the National Museum and Samsung Art Museum around Itaewon. Among them, the famous one is the Itaewon Sweat Screen, which is the shooting location of many Korean dramas. After a day of play, you can experience the Korean Sweat Screen, remember to buy eggs and rice wine.
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Show More ReviewsItaewon is one of the most international neighborhoods in Seoul, famous for its multiculturalism and rich nightlife. It is home to restaurants, bars and independent shops from all over the world, whether you want to taste exotic cuisine or find unique niche products. Itaewon is even more lively at night, with all kinds of music, lights and crowds, especially suitable for tourists who like partying and socializing. However, since the epidemic and accidents, the flow of tourists here has decreased, and some businesses have also transformed or closed, but the overall atmosphere is still full of vitality. If you like to explore the exotic customs in the city, Itaewon is an experience that cannot be missed.