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.
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.
Bukchon Hanok Village
You can find out about the history of Seoul with a visit to Bukchon Hanok Village. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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.
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
"Excellent hotel. It is 15 minutes up and down a steep hill to the nearest subway so we mostly used Ubers although they are relatively cheap. There’s a huge bar area as you walk into the hotel but no real lobby so you either have to order food or drinks but nowhere really to just sit and chat and ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
"We loved this hotel! We had a washer and dryer in our room so that was helpful because I had all my clothes washed and dried before heading back home. The area was great, very close to a train station and in walking distance to many things. Room was clean, comfortable bed, spacious enough for the ..."
Reviewed on 29 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
"Great location nice hotel as always"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Gracery Seoul
"Excellent location. Clean establishment. Will stay there again."
Reviewed on 28 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 Namsan Botanical Garden. 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.
