2021-01-22
674, Nodeul-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2254-8000
Opened in 1927 on Uiju-ro Street next to Seoul Station, Noryangjin Fishery Market is one of Korea's largest seafood markets. It was moved to the newly constructed building in 1971 in Noryangjin with the Fisheries Cooperative Association taking over the market to promote the fishing industry as well as increase fishing income in 2002. In addition, they started modernizing projects that made Noryangjin Fishery Market a leading fishery market in Korea. The market handles about 50% of metropolitan volume and trades 250 to 300 tons of fishery products every day. The prices of fishery products are decided according to quantity so one is recommended to visit the official website to check the bid. General retail prices are 10 to 20% higher than the auction prices. The market is a mix of wholesale and retail stores and has a lively atmosphere, especially in the early morning from 1 a.m. to 3 a.m., when the live fish auction takes place.
2022-11-22
39, Dosan-daero 53-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-512-2222
First opened in June 2003, Pungwoldang is a cultural salon for classical music enthusiasts. It's filled with music albums and houses seminars, travel services, and a café. There are over 11,000 music albums (classical music CDs/DVDs and opera CDs) and a diversity of seminars related to classical music. Visitors can watch music-related movies free of charge and can receive a 50% discount at the café with each album purchase.
2022-09-16
6, Insadong 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-2059
Hanji Chueok (Recollections) is one of the better-known craft shops in Insa-dong and has even been featured by a number of international magazines. Prepared using traditional Korean processing methods, hanji is a type of beautiful, high-quality paper. Hanji Chueok is a great place to experience the tradition of hanji crafts; accessories, photo frames, and interior design items line the store shelves. Visitors can not only purchase extremely well-crafted items, but can also participate in seminars taught by professional artists to learn how to make their own hanji items. Visitors can take home their hanji creations as a lovely souvenir at the conclusion of the seminar.
2020-02-18
113, Eoulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-334-8427
Hanseam Leather Craft Workshop offers handmade leather accessories. At the shop, visitors can participate in seminars and learn to make various accessories. Seminars are free; visitors need to pay only for the materials they use. Both students and adults are welcome to participate in all seminars.
2021-07-19
60, Jungang-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-752-8776
Located in Jungang-ro of downtown Jeju, Jungang Underground Shopping Center is a modern underground shopping arcade that recently re-opened after a major renovation. Stretching over Jungang-ro, Seomun-ro and Dongmun-ro, the center has over 280 stores selling clothing, shoes, accessories, glasses, watches, jewelry, bags, hats, flowers, etc. There are also many amenities such as restaurants, fast food chains, as well as rest lounges scattered across the shopping center. It is the only underground shopping arcade in Jeju Island, and offers a pleasant shopping experience.
2025-04-07
18 Jungang-ro 62beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-762-1949
Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market is the largest market in Seogwipo. It is a traditional market that was formed in the early 1960s and is a mainstay in the Seogwipo economy. Starting from 2001, the market expanded its shopping center and now stretches over 620 meters in length. The interior of the market is designed in such a way that visitors can easily navigate through shops and vendors. For customers' ease, the market offers free delivery service as well as cultural programs and outdoor performances.
2020-02-21
27, Seolleung-ro 146-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3444-4007
Jardin de Chouette initially gained recognition for its jackets and has become a popular shopping destination among fashionistas looking for high-qualiy clothing with unique designs. It is patronized by Korean celebrities such as Kim Tae-hee, Lee Hyori, Han Ga-in, and Song Hye-kyo. Famous for its owl symbol, Jardin de Chouette has an extensive showroom.
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.
2020-06-19
266, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114
As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge accessory shops. Most of the handmade accessories in Korea are distributed here. Colorful accessories with unique designs are available at inexpensive prices.
2020-04-25
7, Hangang-daero 21na-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2012-3315
Evadom offers traditional Korean lacquerware that is said to be environmentally-friendly. It has become a popular brand among well-being conscious customers and international tourists. Items in Evadom boast unique designs and attract many international tourists year round.