This is a small street which gives a more traditional shopping experience. Visit it for art galleries, and antique shops. It is the home of traditional hand crafted items such as porcelain. After shopping, revive yourself at the tea houses.
The street is only small but it is packed with charm and is a cultural must see.
Insadong
Admission: free
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
130-4, Insa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Galleria
Galleria is renowned for its luxury brand items and is the largest luxury department store in Korea.
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: 343 Apgujeong-ro Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Shinsegae
Korea’s oldest department store was started in the 1930s. Today it is a chain of different style stores.
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: 52-50 Chungmuro 1ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Hyundai
Hyundai Department Store is one of the three largest in the country. With plans to open more stores, it is becoming the best value shopping chain in South Korea
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Address: 456 Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Yangnyeong Market
Seoul’s Yangnyeong traditional market is one of the most famous oriental medicine markets in Korea. These markets are a delight for all the senses with aromatic herbs scenting the air, and the rich colours of spices displayed on market stalls
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Admission: free
Opening hours: 24 hours
Address:
Yangnyeongjungang-ro 8-gil, Dongdaemun-gu,
Seoul, South Korea
Phone +82-2-969-4793
Noryangjin Fish Markets
This is a wholesale fish market and a true “Seoul” experience. Arrive early to see the fish auctions or come in the evening for dinner. Pick the fish you want from a stall and bring it to a nearby restaurant to cook.
Auctions commence at 3 am with shellfish. They continue later in the morning with live fish at 1 am and fresh fish at 3 am.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: 1:00 am to 6:00p pm
Address:
688 Nodeul-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, South Korea