How about exploring in this order?
Feel free to change the order to suit where you want to go and how long you want to stay. Before visiting, check each place's reservation and operating information.
- 01
Myeongdong area
Decide whether you want to shop or eat first. Check whether your intended stores will be open that day too.
Find the location on a map ↗ - 02
Namdaemun Market
Head toward Hoehyeon to explore the market. Opening days and times may differ by shop and product category.
Find the location on a map ↗ - 03
Accommodation or evening plans
Put away your shopping, then add an evening activity. If you want to visit Namsan too, allow separate travel and visiting time.
How should you get there?
Choose Myeongdong, Euljiro 1-ga or Hoehyeon Station to suit your destination. Myeongdong Station is not necessarily the most convenient just because your accommodation is in Myeongdong, so check the actual entrance and station exit on a map.
Where should you eat?
When buying market food and street snacks, read the price and ordering unit together. If shopping has delayed your meal, check again whether the place you want to eat is still open.
If staying in this neighborhood
Compare accommodation in this area if your trip includes lots of city-center sightseeing and shopping. Also choose between airport buses and rail based on how easily you can carry luggage to the accommodation entrance.
When you want to change plans
In bad weather, group shopping and meals within a nearby area. You can move outdoor plans such as Namsan to another day with better weather.
Official information to check before you set out
Fees, opening hours and booking methods may change. Check the information below for the date you will visit.
- Official Seoul tourism information · Visit Seoul ↗
- Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism · Transport, payment and booking information for international visitors ↗ Source accessed 2026-10-22
Text edited 2026-10-22 · Operating information may differ on your actual visit date.