Itaewon Special Tourist Zone (이태원 관광특구)

4.4Km 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.

The Hyoosik Nouvelle Seoul Itaewon (더휴식 누베르 서울 이태원점)

4.4Km 2025-04-08

11 Usadan-ro 14-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

The Hyoosik Nouvelle Seoul Itaewon aims to rediscover Seoul through creativity and inspiration. The overall design of the hotel is inspired by French avant-garde, using a variety of objects and props to create an artistic and stylish atmosphere. The hotel has Collection T room type, a twin bedroom; Collection D room type, a double bedroom; and Collection S room type, a single bedroom. On the first floor of the hotel is a guest lobby and a pasta restaurant. The hotel's parking lot is limited in space, and therefore guests are advised to use a nearby public parking lot.

NBA [Tax Refund Shop] (Nba)

4.4Km 2024-04-23

83, Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Prada - Hyundai Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (프라다 현대 신촌점)

4.4Km 2024-04-19

83, Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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PETERPAN 1978 (피터팬1978)

4.4Km 2025-10-29

10 Jeungga-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Jennie found it on YouTube during her bread tour in Yeonhui-dong. Since opening in 1978, it has been in the same place for over 40 years. There are many delicious breads such as the signature bread “Baby Buttocks” and “Sweet Red Bean Bread 1978,” which has kept the same flavor since 1978. There are many breads that give off a deep flavor when you take a bite, but the “Potato Bread” recommended by JENNIE is particularly savory for its fluffy texture.

Sinchon Dain Dental Hospital (신촌다인치과병원)

4.4Km 2025-10-23

(10th-11th Floors, Grand Plaza), 94 Sinchon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Our main dental hospital, spanning approximately 1,740 square meters, is conveniently located near Sinchon Station, just a 40-minute drive from both Gimpo International Airport and Incheon International Airport, making it easily accessible for international patients. We are staffed by around 60 specialized medical professionals and equipped with the latest technology, including an in-house laboratory for fast and precise dental work. Our team includes nine expert directors in orthodontics, prosthodontics, conservative dentistry, oral surgery, and periodontology, ensuring comprehensive and systematic care in each specialty. We offer a wide range of advanced procedures for our international patients, including implants, complex extractions, orthodontics, periodontal treatment, and prosthetic care, as well as high-quality neurological and aesthetic treatments.

Numbering Flagship Store - Hannam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (넘버링 플래그십스토어 한남점)

4.4Km 2024-06-27

11, Daesagwan-ro 5-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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EW Roem - Sinchon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (EW 로엠 신촌)

4.5Km 2024-04-17

77, Sinchon-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul

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Korea University Anam Hospital (고려대학교 안암병원)

4.5Km 2025-10-23

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.

Lotte Mart - Haengdang Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 행당역점)

4.5Km 2024-04-22

76, Haengdang-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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