Itaewon 2-dong Travel Guide
Seoul
Visit Itaewon 2-dong
Popular places to visit
Namsan Botanical Garden
This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.
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.
Gyeongbokgung Palace
This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Things to do
Jeju: Western and Southern Sightseeing Day Tour
DMZ Tour including Hotel Pick up
Seoul: Mt.Seorak & Naksan Temple Day Trip from Seoul
Seoul Night Tour (Gwangjang Market, Royal Palace and Naksan Park)
Signature DMZ Tour: Exclusive NK Defector Talk +Suspension Bridge
South Korea: Lotte World Tower (Seoul Sky)
Top hotels in Itaewon 2-dong
Grand Hyatt Seoul
"Location"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"Amazing staff, rooms always clean as well as the overall hotel itself. Has a gs25 right outside and another convenience store inside the hotel ( I forgot the name of it ) so that’s super helpful for snack and goodies at anytime of the day. Perfect place if you as me"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Toyoko Inn Seoul Gangnam
"My second time of visiting as a solo female traveller from the U.K. checking in was amazing and staff friendly. The solo room was perfect includes a fridge. In the lobby is a microwave. The eco clean is great but they still left clean towels etc outside the door. Would’ve liked the option of another ..."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Lotte Hotel World
"Very clean hotel with accommodating staff and fast, efficient service"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Location"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Seoul Garden Hotel
"Room was so clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Itaewon 2-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.
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.
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.
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.
