Seoul: Gyeongdong Market Healing Walking Tour

5.0
(2 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

What is 'OraeGage'?
'OraeGage' refers to a store that has been carrying on Seoul's tradition and value for a long time. It conveys the meaning of an old store that people want it to last even longer. Seoul has identified and designated OraeGage stores for the past five years from 2017, with the distinctive atmosphere and stories of Seoul, in order to showcase numerous tourist attractions of Seoul to tourists at home and abroad.

Do you enjoy the scent of herbal medicine? Let's heal your tired body and mind in the famous Jegi-dong, known for traditional Korean medicine, through a 5-senses experience. As we stroll through the vibrant Gyeongdong Market, I'll share stories and insights related to traditional Korean medicine, providing an enriching experience for your mind and knowledge. Let's embark on this journey together, using all five senses to fully immerse ourselves in the healing essence of Jegi-dong, leaving you rejuvenated and inspired.

What's Included

Foot bath experience
coffee and rice cake skewer

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Jegi-dong Station Line 1, Exit 2

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Explain the topic of today's tour after a meeting with the guide.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Let's experience the scent from the street, selling traditional herbal medicine. Hear some stories about the Jegi-dong area from the guide.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Learn about types of Herbal Medicine and the stories of Traditional Korean Medicine.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Enjoy a foot bath to soothe your feet and relax your senses. The warm water infused with herbal extracts will rejuvenate your body and provide a calming sensation.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    A one-stop shop for a cup of herbal tea, stimulating your sense of taste. OraeGage Hyoseong Oriental Medicinie Clinic is one of the oldest clinic in Seoul. This place recently has started running a small cafe, providing various herbal tea which has its unique flavor and health benefits. Find your favourite and enhance your wellness journey!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Gyeongdong market is a traditional market located in Seoul, where various items such as herbal medicine, vegetables, fruits, and seafood are sold. It is the largest traditional market in Seoul in terms of size. The section of the market that sells herbal medicine is specialized and known as "Seoul Yangnyeongsi." Nowadays, it is well-known as a popular tourist destination, even attracting foreign tourists. When foreign tourists visit, they can experience and witness a wide array of things. In particular, the presence of old shops and small stores allows them to directly experience the ambiance and culture of a traditional Korean market.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    For our final course, we'll offer activities to heal your sense of sight and hearing. Inside Seoul's Gyeongdong Market, there is a Starbucks cafe which is different from any other Starbucks in the world. After seeing the remarkable aspects of the cafe, go visit the Refreshement Center and entertain yourself with various experiences.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We inform you via email/WhatsApp about meet up place and time, etc…
  • Please leave your name and contact number(or Messenger such as Wechat and Line) which is available in Korea(We are not responsible for absence of the tour in cases that you do not leave your contact number or leave an wrong number or the one which is not available in Korea. Cancellation, Refund and Changing schedule are not allowed for those cases)
  • Joining after a tour begins is not allowed for other participants of the group.
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