Itaewon is gaining more reputation recently along with the popularity of Itaewon Class, a 2020 K-drama starring Park Seo-Joon, Kim Da-mi, and Kwon Nara. It has gained worldwide popularity since it began streaming on Netflix. If you are a fan of Itaewon Class and want to explore Itaewon following the footsteps of its filming locations, read on this blog!
1. Noksapyeong Bridge
- Address: Noksapyeongdae-ro 195, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Noksapyeong Station (Line 6), Exit 3
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Noksapyeong Bridge is where the main character, Park Sae-ro-yi often goes. It has a stunning view of N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower), one of the most representative landmarks in Seoul. You can get there right after you get out of Exit 3 at Noksapyeong Subway Station (Line 6).
2. The Old Danbam
- Address: 57-28 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Noksapyeong Station (Line 3), Exit 3
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‘Danbam’, the name of the restaurant that Park Sae-ro-yi first opened, is actually in Itaewon but the sign of ‘Danbam’ is already gone. However, you will recognize the store as soon as you get there. It’s closed at the moment for renewal but it will be soon reopened as ‘Seoul Bam’.
3. The Finest
- Address: 3F, 41 Hoenamu-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Noksapyeong Station (Line 6), Exit 2
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The Finest Lounge is a rooftop bar where Park Sae-ro-yi and Cho Yi Seo went for a drink for the first time. It’s also where they had a secret first kiss! If you want to feel the romantic vibes while enjoying the beautiful night view (also the daytime view) of Seoul, you should definitely check out this place.
4. G Guest House
- Address: 14-38 Bogwang-ro 60 gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Itaewon Station (Line 6), Exit 3
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Are you familiar with this place? G Guest House is a filming spot of the scene where Cho Yi Seo slaps the District Head’s wife. If you are looking for a place to stay in Itaewon, how about booking this place? It also has a beautiful rooftop where you can enjoy a barbecue party with other guests.
5. Oriole
- Address: 43 Sinheung-ro 20 gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Sookmyung Women’s Univ. Station (Line 4), Exit 2
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The Oriole Bar has been the filming location of the new Dambam in Itaewon Class. It’s located in Haebangchon District, so-called the “Freedom Village”, which has been a haven for people from a variety of nations. It’s close to the Namsan Mountain and Itaewon. The nearest subway station is Sookmyung Women’s Univ. Station, but you still have to walk around 17 minutes on foot so don’t forget to wear comfy shoes or take a bus.
6. Men’s Powder Room
- Address: 45 Noksapyeongdae-ro 40 gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Noksapyeong Station (Line 6), Exit 1
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Men’s Powder Room is a wine bar in Itaewon and it’s where the scene Cho Yi Seo blocks Soo Ah’s mouth to stop her from kissing Park Sae-ro-yi. You will recognize this place as soon as you see the unique blue building on the street!
7. MARUKU Sikdang
- Address: 27 Noksapyeongdae-ro 46 gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Noksapyeong Station (Line 6), Exit 2
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MARUKU Sikdang is one of the restaurants that appeared in Itaewon Class. It serves western food, such as pasta, omelet rice, or hamburger steak. If you are struggling to find the place, look for a bright yellow exterior of the restaurant.
8. Ssangdaepo
- Address: 291 Cheongpa-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Sookmyung Women’s Univ. Station (Line 4), Exit 10
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Ssangdaepo, a famous local Korean barbecue restaurant, is where Park Sae-ro-yi and Soo Ah had a drink. It already has been the filming location of other K-dramas so you can find many autographs of Korean celebrities at this restaurant. If you want to try out an authentic Korean barbecue, check out this place!
9. Itaewon Children’s Park
- Address: 292-3 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- Nearest Subway Station: Noksapyeong Station (Line 6), Exit 2
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Itaewon Children’s Park is one of the places in Itaewon that has been featured on Itaewon Class and this place has a unique teddy bear-shaped playground facility. If you are traveling with children or looking for a place to chill for a moment, stop by Itaewon Children’s Park and take an Instagram-worthy picture in front of the huge teddy bear!
10. Ggulbam (Honey Night) Pocha
- Address: 2F, 126-16 Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Itaewon
- Nearest Subway Station: Itaewon Station (Line 6), Exit 3
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Ggulbam (Honey Night) Pocha is a pub where the webtoon writer of Itaewon Class opened and he designed and decorated the area just like ‘Danbam’ (Itaewon Class is originally based on the webtoon). People usually have to wait in a very long queue in order to get into the pub so make sure to get there earlier than you planned!
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