About

Long the home of foreign embassies, Itaewon is Seoul’s most globally-mixed district — Middle Eastern bakeries, late-night cocktail bars, queer-friendly nightlife on Homo Hill, brunch on Gyeongnidan-gil.

Highlights

• Seoul Central Mosque Korea’s only major mosque
• Cocktail bars Hidden speakeasies, world-class
• Gyeongnidan-gil Brunch + craft cafés
• Vintage stores Best vintage in the city

Good for

Visitor tips

• Things start late — 9pm earliest for bars.
• Hannam-dong (next door) for high-end fashion + galleries.

Getting there