The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization are launching the “Smile Campaign” together with eleven traditional markets nationwide. To ensure a memorable and convenient shopping experience, the organizations and the participating markets are making joint effort to provide four service improvements—fixed pricing, accepting card payments, cleanliness and hygiene management, and friendly services.
There are a total of eleven participating markets, including Mangwon Market and Gyeongdong Market in Seoul; Haeundae Market in Busan; Seomun Market in Daegu; Sinpo International Market in Incheon; Nammun Market in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do; Sokcho Tourism and Fisheries Market (Sokcho Central Market) in Gangwon State, Danyang Gugyeong Market in Chungcheongbuk-do; Jeonju Nambu Market in Jeonbuk State; Andong Gu Market (Old Andong Market) Association in Gyeongsangbuk-do; and Dongmun Traditional Market on Jeju Island.
Korea’s traditional markets are a popular tourist destination among many international travelers as a place for experiencing local lifestyle, food, and culture. Seoul's Mangwon Market is popular among foreigners for its lively night market and food tours linked to the Hangang River, and Suwon Nammun Market offers experiences linked to the Hwaseong Fortress. Jeju Dongmun Traditional Market is famous for its gourmet tour tailored for international tourists as well as for specializing in night tourism. Enjoy local specialties and friendly services through a night market food tour in the Korean market!
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For more info, see market details below:
- Seoul Mangwon Market >>
- Seoul Gyeongdong Market >>
- Busan Haeundae Market >>
- Daegu Seomun Market & Seomun Night Market >>
- Incheon Sinpo International Market >>
- Suwon Nammun Market >>
- Sokcho Tourism and Fisheries Market (Sokcho Central Market) >>
- Danyang Gugyeong Market >>
- Jeonju Nambu Market >>
- Andong Gu Market (Old Andong Market) >>
- Jeju Dongmun Traditional Market >>
