Itaewon 1-dong Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Seoul Central Mosque
Seoul Central Mosque is just one of the places to see in Seoul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Things to do
DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Opt. Suspension Bridge
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Full Day DMZ Tour with Red Susp.Bridge & North Korea Museum
Small-Group DMZ Tour w/ North Korea Experience Hall & Susp.Bridge
SEOUL Mobile Public Transport Card for Subway and Bus
Top hotels in Itaewon 1-dong
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Location is great! Room is a little small. Did not use the pool. Check in and check out easy and fast.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Property location is 10/10, which is the best part about this hotel. The rooms are extremely tiny, no amenities, the elevator is very slow and requires a long wait most of the time. The breakfast is on the 27th floor which provides nice views, but the selection isn’t great and the coffee machine ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Seoul
It was great
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
Tokyo style hotel in Seoul. Positive: Very clean for the price. Negative: Lacks amenities. Mitigant: Buy your own toothbrush, toothpaste, beer, beer food. The front desk person will tell you to buy from the vending machine, but choices and prices are limited. I bought tooth paste & brush there, but ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Generally pretty good. BUt there are a few thing they can repair in the room.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
The hotel is in a very convenient and easy-to-find location. It’s right near Sigil Station on Line 5 — just take Exit 3, walk straight, then turn left, and you’ll see the hotel at the intersection. The breakfast was also quite good, especially the Korean-style options, which were very tasty. However, ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Itaewon 1-dong
Itaewon-dong
If you're spending time in Itaewon-dong, you might enjoy attractions like Itaewon Antique Furniture Street and Itawon Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Itaewon Station to see more of the city.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
Myeong-dong
Enjoy the popular shops in Myeong-dong. Myeongdong Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Myeong-dong Station or Euljiro 1-ga Station to see more of Seoul.
Jung-gu
Myeongdong Street and Chungmu-ro are top sights in Jung-gu, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Euljiro 4-ga Station or Chungmuro Station to see more sights in the area.
Gwanghui-dong
While you're in Gwanghui-dong, take in top sights like Migliore Mall and jump on the metro at Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station to see more of the city.
