South Korea · Street Food

Seoul Traditional Market Tour Dongmyo Flea Gwangjang Market Tour

3 Hours Round trip from Seoul Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the hidden atmosphere of Dongmyo Flea Market
  • 02 Pass through Dongdaemun Toy and Stationery Street
  • 03 Walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream in the heart of Seoul
  • 04 Enjoy traditional Korean Ssanghwa tea at a local café
  • 05 Visit Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s oldest traditional markets
  • 06 Taste authentic Korean street food
  • 07 Learn the stories behind local dishes and market culture

Discover a different side of Seoul on this 3-hour walking tour through traditional markets, local streets, and everyday city life. Explore Dongmyo Flea Market, browse Dongdaemun Toy and Stationery Street, and take a relaxing walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream before stopping for traditional Korean Ssanghwa tea.

Finish at lively Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s best-known traditional markets, where you can enjoy authentic Korean street food and hear the stories behind the dishes. This experience is ideal for travellers who want to combine hidden gems, local culture, and classic Seoul flavours in one outing.

We’ll take a short walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, where you can catch a glimpse of the everyday life of local Koreans.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Seoul
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dongdaemun Station Exit 7.

Dongdaemun Station Exit 7. The meeting point is Dongdaemun Station Exit 7. You will see a Lotteria in front of you.

Toy

We will also pass through Dongdaemun Toy and Stationery Street, the only toy street in Korea. We will also pass through Dongdaemun Toy and Stationery Street, the only toy street in Korea.

Dongmyo Flea Market

We’ll also explore the hidden gem of Seoul — Dongmyo Flea Market, a truly secret and fascinating place. We’ll also explore the hidden gem of Seoul — Dongmyo Flea Market, a truly secret and fascinating place.

Cheonggyecheon Stream

We’ll take a short walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream, where you can catch a glimpse of the everyday life of local Koreans. This is a walking path that flows through the heart of Seoul, stretching from Gwanghwamun to Dongdaemun, and it’s a popular spot where locals come to relax.

Ssanghwa Tea

Let’s enjoy traditional Korean Ssanghwa tea at “Ssanghwa.” It’s also a hidden photo spot loved by locals. This is a traditional Korean Ssanghwa tea café, famous for its modern reinterpretation of classic teas and its cozy, aesthetically pleasing interior that makes it a popular photo spot.

Gwangjang Market

End the day at Gwangjang Market with authentic Korean street food — hear the stories behind the dishes and experience their history firsthand! This market also features hidden local restaurants that appeared on Netflix’s Street Food: Asia. Gwangjang Market is one of Seoul’s oldest and most vibrant traditional markets, famous for its authentic Korean street food such as bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) and mayak gimbap. It’s a must-visit spot where you can feel the real energy and flavors of local Korean life.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • This is a traditional Korean Ssanghwa tea café, famous for its modern reinterpretation of classic teas and its cozy, aesthetically pleasing interior that makes it a popular photo spot.
  • Gwangjang Market with authentic Korean street food — hear the stories behind the dishes and experience their history firsthand! This market also features hidden local restaurants that appeared
  • Korean street food

Know before you go

  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Our guide will be waiting for you in front of Exit 7 at Dongdaemun Station, holding a fan :)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Seoul, KR
Tour start
Seoul, KR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Seoul.

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