Seoul(Jung-gu) , Dongdaemun

The Pyounghwa Fashion Town market in Dongdaemun has been selling fashion clothing and accessories for over 50 years ever since the end of the Korean War. It was here that in 1953 North Korean refugees started selling clothes made from US army uniforms. Their market was then named Pyounghwa, which means peace, in the hope that no other wars would be fought on Korean soil. The Pyounghwa Fashion Town was therefore the beginning of the 30,000 stores that now make up Dongdaemun Fashion Town, which is seen as one of the global centers of the fashion industry. Spread over a large area, this historical fashion market is divided into several districts, the ‘Gu Pyounghwa Fashion Town’ is the oldest, and there is also the ‘Shin Pyounghwa Fashion Town’, ‘Dong Pyounghwa Fashion Town’, and ‘Cheong Pyounghwa Fashion Town’.    


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

Lotte Mart Jamsil Branch (Formerly named World Branch) is a discount store complex offering fresh groceries, high-quality living essentials, and popular fashion brands. You can also take time to relax from shopping by grabbing a bite to eat at fast food restaurants such as Lotteria and Popeye’s, or spend some time at a music cafe. This branch is located in Jamsil, along with various leisure attractions such as the Lotte Department Store, Lotte Hotel, Lotte World Amusement Park, Lotte Folk Museum, and a gym.


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Seoul(Jung-gu) , Dongdaemun

Lotte Fitin is a fashion mall easily accesible by public transportation as it is directly connected to the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station. It is the first site in Dongdaemun-gu commercial district to have the digital electronics store Hi Mart. The mall has implemented fixed prices to offer goods at reasonable prices. A variety of events and attractions take place to provide a more enjoyable shopping experience. Recently, on the 9th floor, Klive, a venue to see hologram concerts of some of your favorite Kpop stars, opened. The venue features the concert hall, a cafe (with great views of the Dongdaemun area), an art gallery, gift shop, and more! The outside facade of Lotte Fitin is lit up and changes, displaying varying media, a first of its kind in Korea. Also, the food court was designed by world-renowed designer Karim Rashid, and the interior designs are pleasant and elegant and vary by floor.


Daegu(Jung-gu)

Seomun Market (formerly known as ‘Daegu-Keun Market’) of Daegu is steeped in history. Along with Pyeongyang Market and Ganggyeong Market, Seomun Market was one of the three main markets during the Joseon Dynasty. It is situated only 300m from the West Gate of the city, and is befittingly named ‘Seomunsijang’ or ‘West Gate Market.’ Though the market has grown from its small size, the historic names of the alleyways such as Hongdukkaejeon and Daekjeon have remained unchanged.The specialties of the current Seomun Market include fabric-related items like silk, satin, linen, cotton, knitted goods, and men's and women's wear. However, visitors to the market will also find a decent selection of crafts, silver products and dried seafood. While still traditional in many respects, Seomun Market offers modern conveniences including a heating and cooling system and a large parking lot.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

The M-Plaza boasts a distinctive design and houses famous international brands. Stores are built lengthwise to make it easier for customers to shop. The plaza covers diverse products ranging from utensils to clothes and restaurants.


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Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Opened in 1985 as the first public wholesale market in Korea, Garak Market offers separate sections for fruits, vegetables, garlic, fish, dried foods and meat in a 543,451 square meters area. Run by the Seoul Agricultural & Marine Products Corporation, the market is where agricultural and fishery products from around the nation are distributed and set for standard pricing. Throughout the night, the market receives lines of freight trucks filled with fresh food. If you want to see the auction, one of the more exciting aspects of the market, it’s best to visit between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. If you go much later in the evening you may get lost among the trucks and merchants that start pouring in. Because the market is so big, it may be too time-consuming and tiring to look around without first getting a map and deciding on which sections you want to visit.  


Seoul(Dongdaemun-gu) , Dongdaemun

The Home Plus Dongdaemun Branch is a large discount supermarket near the Jegi-dong Yangnyeong Market (an herbal medicine market) and Cheongnyangni Station. The store carries a wide variety of products, allowing shoppers to easily find the items they need. After shopping at the Home Plus Dongdaemun Branch, shoppers can also stroll through the nearby herbal medicine market.


Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Airport

SM Duty Free - Incheon Airport Branch is conveniently located in the DF9 area by gates 12 and 14 of Incheon Airport. The shop offers over 5,000 items in over 160 brands, including Beanpole and Victoria's Secret. Items purchased through the online store can be picked up at all times, as the pick-up desk operates 24 hours a day.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Frisbee is the largest Apple Premium Reseller in Korea. At the branch in Myeongdong shoppers can try and purchase various Apple products including iPhones, iPods, iPads, and iMacs. The Myeongdong Frisbee branch is especially popular among international tourists because it also offers repairs on Apple products purchased outside of Korea. The 3rd floor can be rented out for various meetings and seminars and special Mac product training workshops are also available.


Seoul(Songpa-gu)

K2 boasts an impressive array of hiking items for those enjoying outdoor life. Items in K2 are not only functional, but also fashionable. K2 at Munjeong runs both regular and outlet stores. Functional hiking boots and fashionable hiking clothing items focusing on slim designs are available at relatively inexpensive prices.