Shopping in Seoul
Seoul is a shopper's paradise. Insomniacs and bargain hunters alike can shop 24 hours in the sprawling Dongdaemun Market. The fun and bustling Namdaemun Market keeps more civilized hours, as do the multi-storey department stores and shopping malls (mostly around 9am-7pm). Away from the city's many open marketplaces, fashion lovers have plenty of browsing opportunities in Myeongdong, Idea-ap and Shinchon (the university district), Apgujeong's Rodeo Street, and the boutiques in Gangnam.
Shops
Expand all1. Insa Art Center - Art galleries and shops
Show moreLocated on Insadong's main drag, the Insa Art Center is a cluster of small shops and galleries. A great place to browse the latest in Korean art, it showcases everything from college students' handiwork to ceramics from master potters.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 10am-7pm (individual store hours may vary)
Address
188, Gwanhun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-300
Telephone
+82 (0) 2 736 1020
Transport
Anguk subway (exit 6)
2. COEX Mall - Modern megaplex
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A giant megaplex in the Gangnam district, the COEX Mall has all the upscale amenities of a modern shopping centre. As well as shops, it has one of Seoul's best English-language bookstores, an aquarium and even a small Kimchi Museum.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 10am-10pm; individual store times vary
Address
159, Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-881
Telephone
+82 (0) 2 6002 5312 x3
Markets
Expand all3. Gwangjang Market - Korea's first traditional market
Show moreGwangjang Market, in Jongno, is the country's first and continues the tradition of bustling open markets. Its second-floor stores are renowned for quality satin, silks and linen bedding. It's also a great place to find textiles and other traditional souvenirs.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Mon-Sat 7am-7pm
Address
6-1, Yeji-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 110-833
Telephone
+82 (0) 2 2267 0291/2
4. Namdaemun Market - Korea's largest traditional market
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Vendors expect haggling in the open-air Namdaemun Market - the largest in the country. Carrying everything from clothing to housewares, most shops sell directly from their own factories bringing them downtown. Serious bargain hunters come for the night market.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Mon-Sat, most open-air stalls 10am-5pm; night market 12am-4am
Address
49, Namchang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-804
Telephone
+82 (0) 2 752 1913
5. Dongdaemun Market - Late-night shoppers' paradise
Show more Shops at downtown Dongdaemun Market specialize in wholesale fashions, shoes and accessories. The largest market in the city, giant shopping malls dominate the first section while the second section is great for sporting goods or bulk items.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 10am-5am (individual store hours may vary)
Address
24-1, Chungmuro-1-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-011
Telephone
+82 (0) 2 2236 9135
Transport
Subway line 2, 4 or 5 to Dongdaemun station (exit 1) or line 1 or 4 (exit 7)
Website
Specialists
Expand all6. Yongsan Electronics Market - Electronic gadget heaven
Show moreThe Yongsan Electronics Market is a dizzying conglomeration of every electronic gadget under the sun. It has more than 5000 vendors spanning 22 buildings, which makes the shopping and browsing exhausting, crazy and fun - for technology lovers anyway.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Mostly daily 10am-8pm; some stores close first and third Sun or Tue of the month; flea market Sat & Sun 9am-7pm
Address
15-2, Hangangro 2-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul 140-749
Telephone
+ 82 (0) 2 707 1793
Transport
Yeongsan subway (exit 3) or Sin-Yeongsan subway (exit 5)
Website
