Dongdaemun Shopping Complex·Dongdaemun Shopping Town (동대문 종합시장·동대문 쇼핑타운) - Area information - Korea travel information

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex·Dongdaemun Shopping Town (동대문 종합시장·동대문 쇼핑타운)

1.4Km    2020-06-04

266, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is one of Korea’s most well-known markets. It was founded in December 1970 as the largest of its kind in Asia and has maintained that status for the last 40 years. Browsing the plethora of shops, you can find fabric and clothing following all the latest global fashion trends. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex continues to build up its reputation as a hub of international design.

Dongdaemun Shopping Complex (Hanbok Shops) (동대문종합시장 한복상가)

1.4Km    2021-09-15

266, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2262-0114

As one of the largest markets in Asia, Dongdaemun Shopping Complex boasts huge hanbok shops. Most of the major hanbok and fabric distributors are located here. It offers a wide array of hanbok from traditional hanbok to modernized hanbok in addition to accessories and clothing materials. Dongdaemun Shopping Complex is a popular spot among international tourists who want to experience traditional Korean culture and purchase various souvenirs.

Luden Loquen SPACE (카페LN)

1.4Km    2019-11-26

5, Bukchon-ro 5na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-7597

Luden Loquen SPACE is a unique hanok cafe, located at the end of the alley where Bukchon Hanok Village starts. The cafe is not just an average café where you can drink tea or coffee but because of location and design it has an added sense of cultural value. Locals come to enjoy the best tea in town, brewed using high quality tea leaves with information on its origin attached. In addition to traditional drinks and sweets, the coffee shop offers a variety treats that combines Korean ingredients and modern desserts. The hanok building has been reinterpreted through a modern design.

Shinsegae Department Store - Main Store (신세계백화점 (본점))

1.4Km    2025-04-07

63 Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-1588-1234

Shinsegae Department Store opened its doors as the first modern department store in the country in 1960. It stands where Korea's first department store, the Japanese Misreukkosi Department Store, used to be in the 1930s. After undergoing remodeling in 2007, it reopened as a luxury hall, featuring diverse brands ranging from the top three international luxury brands to new designer brands. In addition, the Trinity Gardens and art halls in the department store serve as a cultural space for a shopping experience that combines art and shopping.

GS25 - Dongdaemun Fashion Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25동대문패션점)

1.4Km    2024-06-27

#101, 254, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Re-Heater(리히터)

1.4Km    2024-10-08

서울특별시 중구 세종대로19길 16 (정동)

Manjok Ohyang Jokbal Dongdaemun (만족오향족발 동대문)

1.4Km    2024-03-12

1-3FL, 9-4, Eulji-ro, 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2271-0880

Situated between Dongdaemun and Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Manjok Ohyang Jokbal's Dongdaemun branch focuses on jokbal (braised pig's feet). In addition to their signature dish, jokbal (braised pigs' feet), they also serve a wide array of dishes including bossam (kimchi cabbage wraps with pork), jaengban guksu (jumbo sized buckwheat noodles), and mandu. As any dish ordered comes with mandu and sliced rice cake soup by default, it offers a satisfying ensemble.  

HANAMPIG Dongdaemoon (하남돼지집 동대문)

1.4Km    2024-03-11

9, Eulji-ro, 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2266-3030

Located near Dongdaemun Design Plaza , HANAMPIG specializes in grilled pork. When pre-grilled meat is served, the staff cuts it into pieces and puts it on the grill to cook. The recommended combination is to grill kimchi or mushrooms together to enhance the savory flavor. In the vicinity, one can explore Dongdaemun fashion malls, enriching the experience of the area.

Gogungmasil (고궁마실)

1.4Km    2020-05-04

229, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-763-9937

Gogungmasil is a hanbok rental shop located near Changgyeonggung Palace. Visitors can rent hanbok from Gogungmasil before going on a palace tour to Changgyeonggung and Changdeokgung Palaces.

Daehangno (University Street) (대학로)

1.4Km    2021-03-25

104, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1114

Daehangno is an artistic neighborhood that stretches 1.1 kilometers from Jongno 5-ga Intersection to Hyehwa-dong Rotary. The area is filled with culture and performing arts facilities, with the center of all this being Marronnier Park. Visitors can find performances taking play every day at the many theaters large and small, as well as restaurants serving a range of cuisines. The area is especially active on weekends and during the street festival period.