Dongdaemun Shopping Complex·Dongdaemun Shopping Town (동대문 종합시장·동대문 쇼핑타운)

3.1Km 2025-06-30

266 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is one of Korea’s most well-known markets. It was founded in December 1970 as the largest of its kind in Asia and has maintained that status for the last 40 years. Browsing the plethora of shops, you can find fabric and clothing following all the latest global fashion trends. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex continues to build up its reputation as a hub of international design.

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가)

3.1Km 2021-09-15

266, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge hanbok shops. Most of the major hanbok and fabric distributors are located here. It offers a wide array of hanbok from traditional hanbok to modernized hanbok in addition to accessories and clothing materials. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is a popular spot among international tourists who want to experience traditional Korean culture and purchase various souvenirs.

Samgyeopsal Jeonmunjeom Daetongnyeong (삼겹살전문점대통령)

3.1Km 2024-03-11

249-24, Jangchungdan-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2277-2276

This restaurant offers grilled pork that has been aged in bamboo tubes, a process that tenderizes the meat and removes any gamey odor from the Samgyeopsal (Grilled pork belly). The meat is served with kimchi, vegetable wraps, and side dishes. Kkotgedoenjangjjigae (Blue crab soybean paste jjigae) and Naengmyeon (Cold buckwheat noodles) also pair well with the pork. This establishment is an excellent choice for enjoying Samgyeopsal (Grilled pork belly) at affordable prices.

The Shilla Seoul (신라호텔(서울))

3.1Km 2021-05-31

249, Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2230-3311

The Shilla Seoul is a luxury hotel with an outdoor sculpture garden and Guerlain Spa. Other facilities include a fitness center, sauna, swimming pool, business center, restaurants, and more. The hotel also offers guests a free shuttle bus to Myeongdong and Dongdaemun shopping centers.