Introduction
Gwangjang Market, established in 1905, is one of South Korea’s oldest and most traditional markets. Located in Seoul, it covers over 42,000 square meters and features more than 5,000 shops. Known for its textile trade, Gwangjang Market is a popular destination for hanbok and fabrics.
The market is also a culinary hub, famous for its food stalls offering Korean street foods like bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) and mayak gimbap (addictively delicious mini seaweed rice rolls). Attracting both locals and tourists, Gwangjang Market provides an authentic Korean experience with its vibrant atmosphere and diverse food options.
The market operates late into the night, making it a popular spot for those looking to explore Seoul’s culinary scene after dark. Whether you’re shopping for textiles or enjoying delicious street food, Gwangjang Market offers a glimpse into the heart of Korea’s capital.
Steaming bowls of tteokbokki and freshly prepared gimbap ready for eager customers.
Market patrons enjoy traditional Korean dishes amidst the bustling atmosphere.
Vendors busily prepare meals, surrounded by colorful signage and vibrant food displays.
A popular food stall featured on Netflix, crowded with locals and tourists alike.
A vendor skillfully prepares spicy tteokbokki for a waiting customer.
A row of patrons seated at a bustling food stall, enjoying hot soups and noodles.
A focused vendor amidst a plethora of prepared dishes, from dumplings to stir-fried vegetables.
A vendor stirs a large pot of tteokbokki, while nearby, rolls of gimbap await hungry customers.
An array of traditional Korean foods on display, from dumplings to spicy stir-fries.
Four friends seated at a busy food stall, sharing a meal and conversation.
A vibrant display of steaming hot dishes, featuring spicy stews and savory meats, ready to be served.
Vendors in warm clothing preparing pancakes on a griddle, while customers enjoy the bustling food scene.
A vendor proudly holding up a menu, surrounded by fresh greens and a variety of colorful ingredients.
A cozy bakery with a selection of fresh bread and pastries, neatly arranged on wooden shelves.
A vendor preparing fresh sugar cane juice, carefully measuring a stalk before pressing.
A vendor taking a quick break with a drink, surrounded by neatly arranged rolls of gimbap.
A steaming pot of tteokbokki front and center, surrounded by stacks of freshly made gimbap and sausages.
A woman overseeing a table laden with traditional Korean dishes, including sundae and pig’s head.
A vendor serving up hot food to customers, with steaming pots and fresh ingredients in view.
A vendor frying savory pancakes, golden brown and crispy, as they float in hot oil.
A vendor prepares a variety of Korean dishes, with dumplings, noodles, and vegetables on display, while customers await their meal.
A bustling food stall offers steaming dishes, including tteokbokki and kimbap, as a vendor converses with customers.
