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Gwangjang Market
Sight4.2 · 43 7134.2 · 2 370≈ 1 h 8 minFree entry1.9 km from the center
Seoul's oldest continuously operating covered market, established in 1905. The bustling ground-floor intersections are celebrated globally for authentic street food, where vendors sizzle golden bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) in hot oil, roll addictive mayak gimbap, and slice fresh sashimi. The upper floor is a renowned hub for traditional silk textiles, handmade custom hanbok, and vintage fashion.
Highlights
- Crispy bindaetteok mung bean pancakes fried on giant griddles
- Addictive mayak gimbap rolls dipped in mustard sauce
- Upper-level wholesale market for traditional silk and hanbok
Opening hours
| Mon | 09:00 – 22:30 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00 – 22:30 |
| Wed | 09:00 – 22:30 |
| Thu | 09:00 – 22:30 |
| Fri | 09:00 – 22:30 |
| Sat | 09:00 – 22:30 |
| Sun | 09:00 – 22:30 |
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