Moyeo Korea place guide
Gwangjang Market
Gwangjang Market was the first permanent market in Korea and continues to thrive as a popular tourist destination today. The name Gwangjang means "to gather from afar and keep altogether." The market began as a small trading center that brought in goods from nearby regions, but has now grown into a large wholesale market selling a variety of goods, including upholstery, imported goods, groceries, dried fish, traditional goods, and more. The most popular section of the market is the food street connected to the East Gate, North Gate 2, and South Gate 1. The food street caters to a wide range of patrons due to the plethora of menus available. It is also one of the most recommended tourist attraction for international travelers.
- Address
- 88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Suggested duration (minutes)
- 120
- Opening hours
- 09:00-18:00Charity stores 10:00-19:00Food street 09:00-23:00
- Closed days
- Sundays (Food Street open all year round)
Catalog updated: Sep 13, 2026
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