📝 1. Overview
Itaewon Main Street is where cultures collide — in the best possible way. This central strip is a melting pot of international cuisines, LGBTQ+ pride, indie fashion, hookah lounges, and wild nightlife. From halal kebabs to rooftop mojitos, Itaewon shows you a Seoul that’s stylish, bold, and proudly global. Whether you’re here to party, eat your way around the world, or just soak up the open-minded vibe, Itaewon delivers.
🌟 2. Highlights
🌮 Global Food Street – Mexican, Turkish, Thai, Indian, Lebanese & more
🍸 Rooftop Bars & Speakeasies – Killer skyline views + DJ nights
🛍️ Indie Fashion & Vintage Shops – Bold designs, streetwear & thrift gems
🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Friendly Zone – Drag shows, pride events & inclusive nightlife
🕌 Seoul Central Mosque – Islamic culture hub & peaceful photo spot
🖌️ Street Murals & Vibes – Colorful backstreets & graffiti corners
🎧 Live Music Bars & Dance Clubs – From jazz to techno till sunrise
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best photo spots:
- Rooftop bar at sunset with Namsan Tower in the frame
- Graffiti walls in the back alleys (especially near Bogwang-ro)
- Food street during dinner rush (lighting & energy are perfect)
🕐 Best time: 5 PM–late night (8 PM onward = party zone🔥)
🛂 Very international — many vendors speak English
💵 Some smaller shops & food joints prefer cash
🌮 Restaurants get packed — make reservations for dinner on weekends
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 on Itaewon Main Street
- Vatos Urban Tacos
🌯 Korean–Mexican fusion: bulgogi tacos, kimchi carnitas fries
📍 181-8 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu
🕒 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM (Daily)
🚶 Just off the main road, behind Hamilton Hotel - Mr. Kebab
🥙 Turkish street-style kebabs, shawarma & ayran
📍 52 Itaewon-ro 23-gil, Yongsan-gu
🕒 11:00 AM – Midnight (Daily)
🚶 Perfect for quick halal bites - The Fountain
🍸 Fancy cocktails + DJ sets in Roman-style interiors
📍 116-6 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu
🕒 7:00 PM – 4:00 AM
🚶 Great nightlife starter just off the main strip
🚗 5. Access
📍 From Myeongdong / Seoul Station:
🚇 Line 6 → Itaewon Station (Exit 1 or 2) → You’re right on the Main Street
📍 From Hongdae or Gangnam:
🚇 Transfer to Line 6 via Yaksu or Samgakji → Get off at Itaewon
📍 Getting Around
🚶 Main street = walkable; back alleys = full of hidden gems
📱 Use Naver Map for live bar/café hours – spots change often
🗓️ Weekends = packed (go early or stay late); weekdays = chill but still lively
コメント