
Shopping in Korea: From traditional markets to high-end fashion
The Peninsula
Seoul: South Korea is a shopper s paradise, offering a diverse shopping experience that ranges from traditional markets to high end fashion districts....
Seoul: South Korea is a shopper’s paradise, offering a diverse shopping experience that ranges from traditional markets to high-end fashion districts.
Seoul is a global shopping hub with areas like Myeongdong, famous for its trendy fashion boutiques, beauty stores, and street food.
For luxury shoppers, Gangnam offers high-end international brands and Korean designer stores, while Apgujeong and Cheongdam-dong are known for their upscale shopping malls.
In addition to modern shopping districts, traditional markets such as Namdaemun and Insadong provide unique local handicrafts, antiques, and traditional Korean goods.
These markets offer a rich cultural experience, allowing visitors to take home authentic souvenirs like hanbok (traditional clothing), pottery, and teas.












