Namdaemun Market
Six-hundred-year-old Namdaemun Market is Korea's traditional shopping area. Anything
and everything for everyday life can be found here including clothing, jewelry, eyeglasses,
and even dishes, cookware and flatware. There are also art supplies and specialty
shops for the more fashion-conscious.
Apgujeong Market
One of the trendiest commercial districts in Seoul, Apgujeong-dong covers the area
from Hyundai Department Store (Subway line 3, Apgujeong Station) to the Galleria
Department Store, the two major luxury department stores in Korea.
Dongdaemun Market
A Mecca of fashion in Korea, Dongdaemun Market accommodates 27,000 very small
retailers in 32 enormous warehouse-like stores. This is a fashion enthusiast's
dream where every article and style of clothing can be found from hip-hop to colorful,
traditional Korean clothing of department-store quality at competitive prices.
Homepage : www.dongdaemun.com
TEL : 82-2-2236-9971 Transportation : Dongdaemun Station (Line 1,4), Dongdaemun Stadium Station (Line 2,4)
Myeong-dong Market
Situated in the heart of Seoul, Myeong-dong has developed into the trendiest,
most fashionable shopping district in the country. Visitors can find a variety
of stores from upscale boutiques and fashion malls to small stalls.
TEL : 82-2-776-6177 Transportation :
Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station (Line 2 / Exit 5,6) or Myeong-dong Station(Line 4 / Exit 5, 6, 7)
Insa-dong Market
The entire area of Insa-dong is a virtual living museum.
This area's alleys are lined with traditional Korean teahouses,
handicraft shops, antique shops, and various art galleries.
Transportation :
Jongno 3-ga Station (Line 1, 3, 5/ 10 minute walk), Anguk Station
(line3/ 5 minute walk), Jonggak Station (Line1/ 10 minute walk).
Insadonggil Street
Frequented by local and foreign visitors all year round.
This most renowned street is located in the city center.
A grand lotus lantern parade takes place along the Jongno Street
from Dongdaemun Stadium to Jogyesa Temple before Buddha's birthday,
which falls on the 8th day of the 4th lunar month. Foreign tourists
can be accompanied by an English-speaking guide free of charge upon request.
TEL : 82-2-732-5259 Transportation : [Subway] Jonggak Station (Line 1/Exit 2)
COEX Mall
Itaewon is truly cosmopolitan with its streets filled with people from around
the world. Starting with the sign that says "Welcome" at the entrance to Itaewon's
main thoroughfare, the numerous shop signs in English are a giveaway that the area
is a tourist spot. Bars, restaurants, coffee shops and excellent shopping abound.
TEL : 82-2-6002-5312 Transportation : [Subway] Samseong Station (Line 2)
Itaewon
Itaewon is truly cosmopolitan with its streets filled with people from around
the world. Starting with the sign that says "Welcome" at the entrance to
Itaewon's main thoroughfare, the numerous shop signs in English are a giveaway
that the area is a tourist spot. Bars, restaurants, coffee shops and excellent
shopping abound.
Itaewon Tourist Information Office : 82-2-794-2490 Transportation : [Subway] Itaewon Station (Line 6)
Yongsan Electronic Shopping Town
Living up to its reputation as the largest electronic shopping district in Asia,
anything that an electronics enthusiast could possibly want can be found here.
Countless specialty shops offer everything imaginable including video games,
computers, electric appliances, and telecommunications devices. From very tiny
computer parts to huge satellite antennas, all items are available for as much
as 50% off regular prices elsewhere.
TEL : 82-2-705-1123 Transportation : Youngsan Station (Line 1), ShinYoungsan Station (Line 4)
#211, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Korea
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