Awesome Places For Shopping In Korea

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4 min readJun 18, 2019

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You are going to have a vacation in Korea and you have already done to go, but you are still wondering about buying clothes and makeup places in Korea. The information about shopping venues in Korea is numerous, but there are some shopping addresses that only Korean people know about. If you want to shop like a native, don’t hesitate to read this article to prepare for the next trip.

1. SookMyung Women’s University

SookMyung University Women is a place where many Korean women love shopping. Although it may not be as popular as other shopping malls, women in their 20s love to shop! Since it is located right next to the university, the clothes are quite affordable, ranging from 10,000 to 40,000 won. Stores often have only a few unique items in limited quantities, so quickly choose your favorite items before they are sold.

How to get here: Follow the exit of exit 10 of Line 4, Sookmyung Women’s University Station.

2. Ewha Women’s University

Ewha Women’s University is a definite dream place for girls to shop. As it is a women’s university, the shops around this area are also targeted towards girls in their 20s. Over time, it has become an increasingly popular shopping spot among tourists due to its easy accessibility.

Many of their clothes are priced around 15,000 won and above!

How to get there: Make your way out of exit 2 or 3 of Line 2, Ewha Women’s University Station and keep walking straight for about 100m.

3. Gangnam Station Underground Shopping

This is an underground shopping street often known by young people from 20 to 30 years old. Located in the middle of the city, you can find yourself being caught in ‘Gangnam Style

Clothes sold in this area range from 10,000 won and above.

How to get there: Head out of Gangnam Station of Line 2.

4. Namdaemun Traditional Market

For lovers of traditional places, this is a place where you can enjoy the local atmosphere. Here you can find traditional items as well as a variety of clothing to choose from.

For fans of traditional spots, here is a place you should head down to soak in a more “local” atmosphere. Not only can you find a diverse amount of traditional items, retailers also have a wide range of clothes for you to choose from.

This is an interesting place to shop for babies and children clothes. If you want to buy clothes for your child, please note this address.Prices usually begins as low as 1000 won.

How to get there: Make your way out from exit 6 of Line 4, Hoehyeon Station, and turn into the street right after you come out.

5. Hongdae

There is a reason why Hongdae is a highly recommended shopping district by many youngsters and tourists who visited Seoul previously. Not only do the shops there sell affordable and trendy clothes, there are also shops in the corners selling vintage and unique street style clothes.

Try your luck by going along those small corners and you may be lucky to find something your favorite!

Prices range from as low as 10,000 won.

How to get there: Head out of exit 9 of Line 2, Hongik University Station and turn left.

6 Itaewon

Iteawon is Soul’s international center because stores are opened by the majority of foreigners living in Korea. They sell a variety of unique clothes imported from abroad. In addition, there are a number of shops that specialize in providing large sizes for oversized people. Prices range from 20,000 won and above.

How to get there: Head out of exit 2 or 3 of Line 6, Itaewon Station.

7. Lotte Duty Free Department Store

Located in Myeongdong, Lotte Duty Free is one of the best places for tourists to spend their money. Not only does it house a variety of local and overseas brands, Lotte has also allowed shoppers to be more efficient in their shopping by separating the department stores into two different buildings.

One of them is known as the Lotte Young Plaza which mainly targets teenagers and young adults.

Prices usually range from 20,000 won and above.

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