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* Explore Gwangjang Market, Seoul's most famous street food destination, with a knowledgeable local guide
* Taste a variety of authentic Korean street foods at carefully selected vendors loved by locals
* Visit the legendary noodle stall featured on Netflix's Street Food: Asia and discover other iconic market favorites
* Watch food being prepared fresh in front of you while learning about Korean food culture and traditions
* Experience the energy, flavors, and atmosphere of a traditional Korean market without feeling rushed
* Stay in one vibrant location, allowing more time to eat, explore, and connect with local culture
* Small-group format for a personal, interactive, and relaxed experience
* Perfect for food lovers looking for authentic flavors, cultural insights, and a deeper understanding of Seoul
Please inform us in advance of any allergies or dietary requirements, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at Exit 8. After a short welcome and introduction to the market’s history and layout, the tour begins inside.
Itinerary
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Meet your local guide at the main entrance of Gwangjang Market. After a brief introduction to the market and the tour, you’ll head inside to begin exploring Korean street food.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Gwangjang Market
Visit one of the market’s most famous stalls, featured on Netflix’s Street Food: Asia. Enjoy a bowl of handmade kalguksu noodle soup and mandu dumplings, freshly prepared and served hot.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Gwangjang Market
Taste several classic Korean street foods at a busy local favorite. Sample mayak kimbap, oden (fish cake soup), and tteokbokki (rice cakes in a spicy-sweet sauce).
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Gwangjang Market
Watch a traditional bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) cooked fresh on a hot griddle. This crispy pancake is one of Gwangjang Market’s signature dishes
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Gwangjang Market
Enjoy deep-fried green peppers, a popular savory snack. Guests may also try a tasting of makgeolli, a traditional Korean rice wine. Alcohol is optional and can be skipped if preferred.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Gwangjang Market
End with a sweet treat: honey hotteok, a deep-fried dough filled with warm syrup, crispy on the outside and soft inside.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Gwangjang Market
Finish the tour with a twisted doughnut, a simple and nostalgic market snack enjoyed by locals.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not vegetarian friendly
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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