Dongdaemun Sunday Spot Market & Folk Flea Market Experience Tour
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Dongdaemun Sunday Spot Market & Folk Flea Market Experience Tour

6 h
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Stop At: Dongdaemun Market, Jung-gu, Seoul South Korea

The Sunday special market of dongdaemun is a source of joys for many tourists, foreigners and Koreans as well. Those people who have a tough schedule all the way in week can rush to visit the Sunday market of dongdaemun specially the workers community that can be seen in large number. I had a chance last week to visit with family the very well-known and famous Sunday market of dongdaemun. Easily you can found a very crowded place; this is from where the journey begins. You can found small shops all around the walking track. At first sight it seems really cool because the prices tags really attract every one. Every street is full of buyers and tourists searching for the things of their choice. You may see separate markets for shoes where shoes of different brands are available at more cheap prices. On right side of the shoes market is the fabric market where a good of fabrics can be obtained. The cloth market is the other place of attraction where all kind of clothes can be found. There is variety of fashions where you can found a thing of your choice. The kids market is the place where different stuffs of kids are available for different seasons including shirts, pants, shorts, coats and shoes. You can found a very crowded place; this is from where the journey begins. You can found small shops all around the walking track. At first sight it seems really cool because the prices tags really attract every one. Every street is full of buyers and tourists searching for the things of their choice. You may see separate markets for shoes where shoes of different brands are available at more cheap prices. On right side of the shoes market is the fabric market where a good of fabrics can be obtained. The cloth market is the other place of attraction where all kind of clothes can be found. There is variety of fashions where you can found a thing of your choice. The kids market is the place where different stuffs of kids is available for different seasons including shirts, pants, shorts, coats and shoes. You can see plenty of currency exchange services and information desks provide a pleasant shopping experience for international visitors. There are number of food stores and pizza huts at different exits of dungdaemun station.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Dongmyo Flea Market, 243 Nangye-ro, Sungin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03116 South Korea

The Seoul Folk Flea Market has newly been created around Hwanghakgyo Bridge, Cheonggyecheon 8th Street and is now on its way to becoming a famous tourist attraction together with Cheonggyeocheon Stream, which is already a famous tour spot in Seoul. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is one of the major folk flea markets, perserving the culture of the traditional Korean marketplace and drawing in visitors with a range of folk items that embody the unique charm of Korea. Folk items include everyday items, souvenirs, traditional goods and even traditional foods, allowing visitors to enjoy shopping and eating all under the same roof. The flea market is a place overflowing with Korean traditions that reflect the lifestyle of Koreans in the past. The Seoul Folk Flea Market originated from the flea market in Hwanghak-dong where many street shops and vendors gathered around Cheonggyecheon Stream before it was restored and modernized into its current state. The market was relocated to the Dongdaemun Stadium while the Cheonggyecheon Stream was undergoing restorations, and was moved back to Cheonggyecheon sometime later. The area of Dongdaemun Stadium is now being reconstructed into a park. The main items of the Seoul Folk Flea Market include a diversity of folk items, traditional crafts, local specialties and fashion items. You may also enjoy a range of delicacies including traditional Korean food and fusion cuisine from all over the world. What is special about the market is that here you may able to find rare goods and authentic traditional items that cannot be found at other markets. The market atmopshere is a mix or old, revered traditions and modernity, providing visitors with a great shopping experience. The Seoul Folk Flea Market is truly a traditional flea market well worth visiting.

Duration: 3 hours

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
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  • Lunch - Not Included Meal & Drink
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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