Yongsan District

城市概覽

For the time being, Yongsan is relatively quiet compared to its northern and southern neighbors, with many one- and two-story houses covering rolling hills and the southern side of Namsan. However, things may soon change: the U.S. military base is moving to a different location, and talks are underway to develop a natural park around the area.

Climate Seoul Yongsan-gu experiences a typical climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and dry, with temperatures ranging from -7°C to 4°C in January. Summers are warm and humid, with July and August being the hottest months, where temperatures can reach up to 29°C. The region receives the most rainfall in July with 317.9 mm of precipitation. Snowfall is not common in Yongsan-gu.

Municipal information Yongsan municipal website

如何抵達

Itaewon Station is on Line 6 (Brown). All exits empty out onto the main drag. The subway does stop running early, so if you are hitting the bars, plan on finding another way home or staying out all night. At Yongsan-gu, there is a 1 Yongsan Station. Unlike Seoul Station which handles Gyeongbu-line trains (trains to Busan, Daegu, etc.), Yongsan Station handles Honam and Jeolla line (trains to Jeonju, Mokpo, Gwangju, Yeosu).

必看景點

1 Namsan Park (남산공원), 3, Namsangongwon-gil, ☏ +82 2 3783 5900. 24 hr. In the center of Seoul and considered a symbol of Seoul. Namsan Park is an ecology-island surrounded by urban districts. In spite of being an urban ecology-island, wild animals live in the park. The mountain filled with pine trees can be seen from almost every corner of the big city and the residents of the areas surrounding the hills enjoy the fresh mountain air.

2 The National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관), 137, Seobinggo-ro (Metro Line 4 and Jungang Line, Ichon station), ☏ +82 2-2077-9000. Closed M; Tu Th F 10:00-18:00; W Sa 10:00-21:00; Su and holidays 09:00-19:00. Houses the best of the best collection of artifacts and relics from across Korea throughout different periods and dynasty. Also has some West Asian pieces from the Japanese Governor-General of Korea. Important exhibitions are Pensive Bodhisattva (bronze-Buddha statue from early 7th century), Goryeo Celadon Openwork Burner, Ten-Story Pagoda from Gyeongcheonsa Temple, and Gold Crown from Silla.

3 National War Memorial (전쟁기념관), 29, Itaewon-ro, 특별시 용산구 이태원로 29 (용산동1가) (Lines 4 and 6, Samgakji station), ☏ +82-2-709-3114. Tu-Su 09:30-18:00 (entrance closes at 17:00). A museum about Korean military history and the Korean War. It starts with the ancient and Middle Ages, explaining the wars at that time and showing the weaponry of the time. Then the second-floor deals with the Korean War, both focusing on the Korean and UN forces. Outside of the memorial, there are several fighter, bomber, and trainer aircraft displayed that were used during the Korean War. Free. (updated Jul 2023) 4 N Seoul Tower (Namsan Tower) (Metro Line 3 or 4, Chungmuro station or line 3 Dongguk University, then ride Bus no. 02, 03, or 05.), ☏ +82 2-3455-9277. 10:00-23:00. Once the tallest tower in Asia, it has the best panoramic view in all of Seoul. Many locals and visitors have visited the tower to catch a glimpse of the city’s landscape while enjoying the nature of

體驗活動

1 The Spa Grand Hyatt Seoul (더 스파 그랜드 하얏트 서울), Grand Hyatt Seoul Hotel, 747-7 Hannam 2-Dong, ☏ +82 2 797 1234, [email protected]. The spa features a variety of massage treatments including a Korean massage, aromatherapy, and aroma stone treatment. 2 Great Korean Beer Festival (브루어리 인 용산). The Great Korean Beer Festival is held annually at the Younsan station: I-Park Mall. (updated Nov 2016)

購物

1 Yongsan Electronics Market (용산 전자상가), 125, Cheongpa-ro (Metro Line dark blue, Yongsan Station). Yongsan Station is in IMall which is another huge shopping mall with two storeys full of electronics. Without negotiating you can have cheaper prices than amazon.com. Yongsan is one option in Seoul if you are looking for electronics goods. Made up of over 20 buildings housing 5,000 stores, you can find appliances, stereos, computers and peripherals, office equipment, telephones, lighting equipment, electronic games and software, and videos and CDs. A lot of the products are bought in Japan and resold in Korea by dealers. (Decades ago, before Korea had its own electronic manufacturing, the market began selling used goods the vendors would acquire from foreign servicemen.) The market has a reputation for fleecing foreigners, particularly due to its proximity to the Yongsan U.S. Army Base. Koreans try to avoid Yongsan for their electronics needs and rely instead on Internet shopping as sellers in Yongsan are not averse to ripping you off if you don't seem to know a lot about electronics. If you go, it's best to bring a Korean guide so you can ensure you're getting a good deal. The problem is no or very poor English. Only Korean warranty. Cash preferred. Before you buy anything, pretend to have decided not to buy it and start to leave: the best prices only come out then. At IMall they add a 5% charge when you pay by Visa. At Yongsan Electroland it depends on the seller. Up to 10% is possible. 2 Itaewon Foreign Bookstore (이태원 외국서점), Noksapyeong-daero, 208 1 층, ☏ +82 27938249. Probably the best place for English-language books, new or used, in Korea. (updated Aug 2024)

美食

Indian curries. There are a number of Indian/Pakistani restaurants in Itaewon. A curry is around ₩15,000, and a few do buffets which are around ₩20,000. Fast food. Itaewon has a McDonalds, Burger King, KFC, Kraze Burger, Quiznos, and Taco Bell. Nashville steakhouse. Prices are around ₩25,000. 1 Dinermate Yongsan Branch (다이너메이트 용산점), 49, Hangang-daero 21ga-gil (line4 Shinyongsan station exit2), ☏ +82 0507-1347-9574. 11:00 - 22:00 (14:30-17:30 breaktime on weekdays). It is a dining bar where you can enjoy brunch cafes during the day and wine and bourbon in the evening. It is also a good place for dates and gatherings, as you can enjoy carefully prepared brunch menus, desserts, and various alcoholic beverages together in a modern and comfortable atmosphere. (updated Sep 2025) 2 Ueno (우에노), Hangang St 166-1 2cheung (43m from Exit 3 of Triangle Station), ☏ +82 2-6953-6942. 11:00-20:30. This is a Japanese home-style restaurant, and it is a place that contains a simple but deep taste and warmth like a hidden restaurant in a small alley in Japan. ₩12,900. (updated Nov 2025) 3 Siok (시옥), hangang street 62gill 16 1st floor (112m from Exit 1 of Triangle Station), ☏ +82 507-1363-7938. 11:30-22:00. Shiok is a Singaporean restaurant that reproduces the local taste of Singapore, meaning "delicious" and "cool." It combines the sensual interior of the designer who makes the local atmosphere at a reasonable price with the food made with recipes that have been eaten and learned in Singapore for many years. 20,000. (updated Nov 2025) 4 Oilje (오일제), hangang street 62dagil 29 1st floor (321m from Exit 1 of Triangle Station), ☏ +82 507-1340-5534. 10:00-15:00. The oilseed is