Gwangjang Market was the first permanent market in Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. The name Gwangjang means "to gather from afar and keep altogether." The market began as a small trading center that brought in goods from nearby regions, but has now grown into a large wholesale market selling a variety of goods, including upholstery, imported goods, groceries, dried fish, traditional goods, and more. The most popular section of the market is the food street connected to the East Gate, North Gate 2, and South Gate 1. The food street caters to a wide range of patrons due to the plethora of menus available. It is also one of the most recommended tourist attraction for international travelers.
information
- Inquiry and guidance 1330 Travel Hotline 82-2-1330 Korean English Japanese Chinese Br For More Info 82-2-2267-0291 Br 82-2-2272-0967
- Opening hours 09 00-18 00 Br Charity Stores 10 00-19 Food Street 00-23
- Parking facilities Available Jongno 4 Sa -ga Jongmyo Parking Lot
- Holidays Sundays Food Street Open All Year Round
- Restroom description Available
- Sale item Silk Dress Material Fashion Apparel Agricultural Crops And Fisheries Bedding Handicrafts Lacquerware Inlaid With Mother-of-pearl Etc.
- Scale About 5 000 Stores
location
88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul