Seoul, South Korea
Gwangjang Market

A unique shopping experience awaits!

For all the shopaholics out there, take a little detour from the typical, modern shopping malls and experience Gwangjang Market - the oldest permanent traditional market in Korea! Unlike other traditional markets which only occasionally open, Gwangjang Market opens its doors to thousands of eager shoppers every day. With over 5000 shops, shoppers will be astounded by the wide variety of items sold in the market as well as its vibrant and lively atmosphere. Be sure to visit the market’s famous array of fabric stores, each filled with a wide collection of beautiful materials perfect for craft and sewing fanatics. Youths and fashionistas will also find themselves in clothing heaven, spoilt for choice browsing through the impeccable selection of vintage clothing!


If you need to fill your tummies after a long day of shopping, an abundance of delicious street food awaits at the ground floor. Here, you can find all of Korea’s best-loved foods, including crispy mung bean pancakes called Bindaetteok and traditional spicy Tteokbokki rice cakes. With so much to offer, Gwangjang Market is the place to go for those of you craving a unique and traditional shopping experience!


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Tips Before You Go
It is most ideal to visit from 8.30am to 10am between Monday to Saturday, as the market is closed on Sundays, and the opening hours of the clothing, fabric and food stalls vary and only overlap during this time. Not all stalls accept credit card payments, so be sure to bring enough cash to cover your purchases as well.
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