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Seoul Gwangjang Market Street Food Tour

5.0(8)1 hour
VIATOR5.0(4)TRIPADVISOR5.0(4)

Description

* 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.

Tour Options

Seoul Gwangjang Market Street Food with Local Guide

Itinerary

10 min

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.

25 min

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 min

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).

15 min

Watch a traditional bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) cooked fresh on a hot griddle. This crispy pancake is one of Gwangjang Market’s signature dishes

20 min

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.

10 min

End with a sweet treat: honey hotteok, a deep-fried dough filled with warm syrup, crispy on the outside and soft inside.

10 min

Finish the tour with a twisted doughnut, a simple and nostalgic market snack enjoyed by locals.

Highlights

Cultural insights and stories about Korean food and local traditions
Local English-speaking guide
Optional tasting of makgeolli (Korean rice wine)
Multiple food tastings from carefully selected market vendors
Traditional Korean dishes and street food specialties
Guided street food tour inside Gwangjang Market

What's included

Included
Cultural insights and stories about Korean food and local traditions
Local English-speaking guide
Optional tasting of makgeolli (Korean rice wine)
Multiple food tastings from carefully selected market vendors
Traditional Korean dishes and street food specialties
Guided street food tour inside Gwangjang Market
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional food or drinks not listed
Gratuities (optional)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not vegetarian friendly

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