Hunting for Cheap Goods in Namdaemun, Biggest Traditional Market in Seoul

While visiting Seoul, it seems incomplete if you do not stop by the traditional market for hand hunting. The capital of South Korea does have many markets. But one of the biggest is Namdaemun Market.

Namdaemun market opened in 1964. The market is located between the City Hall and Seoul Station has many blocks, so its shape resembles a labyrinth.

Each block also has its own category. For example, adult clothing blocks, children's clothing blocks, snack blocks, and much more.



(Hunting accessories at Namdaemun Market / Korea Tourism Organization)

Interestingly, according to the Korea Tourism Organization, shops in this market sell a variety of goods in wholesale at affordable prices. Most of the goods sold are also the work of the sellers.

Here, you can get various clothes, glasses, kitchen utensils, toys, stationery, accessories, hats, flowers, ginseng, and other imported items.

But do not expect you can bid the price, because many sellers have set the price fitting for merchandise. If you can, the price of the goods you bargain can not go down drastically.



(Namdaemun Market / Korea Tourism Organization)

Oh yes, the market located in Jung (gu) district is closed every Sunday. So, if you want to get unique fruit with affordable price, you need to come to Namdaemun Market between Monday-Saturday well.

Visit at night, because the market atmosphere is really vibrant and full of buyers. Similarly, based on the article published in The Seoul Guide.

Then wander around aimlessly and let yourself get lost in the blocks, because this is the best way to enjoy Namdaemun Market. However, walking during the day without wanting to buy anything in this market is also a good idea.



(Food vendors at Namdaemun Market / Korea Tourism Organization)

If you're hungry, you can taste the five-legged snacks that really tempt the taste. Many of the stalls in Namdaemun Market sell dumplings, noodles, and fried foods.

So, what goods do you want to buy at Namdaemun Market? Have you made a list? Let's make a game! Do not let your grocery shopping when it reached the market located in the heart of South Korea.