The biggest and oldest bazaar in the country, Namdaemun Market offers plenty of shopping and dining options appealing to both locals and visiting travelers. Wandering the bustling streets allows you to explore a market dating back to the early 15th century. Delve deep into the market's various sections to browse hundreds of stands, stalls, and shops offering everything from clothing to traditional utensils. Don't miss stopping by the food market to try classic Korean dishes, including bibimbap (a rice bowl topped with meat and vegetables), homemade noodles, and shellfish soup. Use our Seoul trip site to visit Namdaemun Market on your trip to Seoul, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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It's not so easy to track if it's first time. Little unmanagement, crowded and messy. However for experience Korean market is okay than really shopping.
It's not so easy to track if it's first time. Little unmanagement, crowded and messy. However for experience Korean market is okay than really shopping. more »
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Went here mainly to buy dried food such as the famous freeze dried strawberries and cuttlefish from Seoul Sanghwae. The market also sells various trinkets such as jewelries. Myeongdong is also a walk.... more
Went here mainly to buy dried food such as the famous freeze dried strawberries and cuttlefish from Seoul Sanghwae. The market also sells various trinkets such as jewelries. Myeongdong is also a walk.... more »
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This market is a must do in Seoul. I went on a Saturday and the market was packed. Dozens and dozens of vendors sold food, clothes, electronics, and so much more. I went to visit the used camera market portion. I was very happy with the reduced costs vs amazon with the same or better quality.
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There is an underground foreign food shop where you can find many items from the states. It's not far from Seoul Station, across the street from Seoul Station, behind the police station. So many shops with different products can be found in this area. F.Y.I. it is best to visit before 4pm as many shops will begin to close from 4pm~5pm. Have your appetite and cash ready!
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