Namdaemun Market

Namdaemun Market

Namdaemun Market is a traditional large market in Seoul and the oldest and largest market in the city, with a history dating back to 1414 — long and rich in heritage. Located near one of Seoul’s four main gates, also called Namdaemun, or Sungnyemun, the market derives its name from this landmark. It has now become an indispensable part of life in Seoul.

Namdaemun Market still retains the appearance of a traditional market, with over 10,000 shops, including more than 5,400 small-scale stores that directly produce, wholesale, and retail products. On average, 500,000 people engage in active business at Namdaemun every day. The market offers a dazzling variety of goods, including clothing, textile products, kitchenware, home appliances, folk crafts, local specialties, and various imported items. There is also a Korean cuisine alley in the market that specializes in selling kimchi, pig’s feet, and croaker fish, adding vibrancy to the place. When you visit the market, you must try authentic Korean kimchi, which is also one of the highlights for anyone traveling to Korea.

Namdaemun Market is bustling and crowded every day. Here, you can shop at low prices while sampling Korea’s distinctive cuisine and experiencing the most genuine and natural lifestyle of ordinary Koreans, getting a taste of Korea’s warmth and the unique charm of its urban culture.

Namdaemun Market

Must-visit reason: Seoul’s oldest and largest market

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia【Asia】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Korea[Korea]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Seoul Special City [Seoul Special City]

City where the attraction is located: Jung-gu [Jung-gu]