Dongdaemun General Market
Opened in 1970, Dongdaemun General Market has been a long-time fixture of the Dongdaemun Market area for more than 40 years. This large specialist market sells everything from fabric and clothing materials to accessories and some bridal and household items, and its 5th floor is known as a handmade haven.
Opened in 1970, Dongdaemun General Market has shared the joys and sorrows of Dongdaemun Market for more than 40 years. It is a large specialty market selling fabric for clothing, clothing notions, accessories, and some bridal goods. About 80% of the fabric traded in Korea’s market passes through here. Dongdaemun General Market still retains the old atmosphere and scenery, and the human touch of a traditional market. After Cheonggyecheon was restored, more general consumers began to visit, making new items necessary. As a result, specialty stores for accessories such as beads and crystal have strategically increased. In particular, the 5th floor of Dongdaemun General Market is known as a handmade heaven. It gathers everything handmade, including beaded accessories, lovely quilts, and handmade dolls. Not only for shopping, but beads and quilting also offer course classes that teach simple projects, so it is worth stopping by if you are interested.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongdaemun General Market
What are the opening hours of Dongdaemun General Market?
Opening hours vary by category. Note: The market is closed for the entire day on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.
- Fabric, clothing notions: 08:00-18:00 (Closed Sundays)
- Accessory notions: 09:30-19:00 (Closed Sundays)
- Bridal goods and home interior: 08:00-19:00 (Closed on the 2nd and 4th Sundays)
- Dining area, N Building Food Court: 07:00-18:00 (Saturday: 07:00-17:00 / Closed Sundays)
- Dining area, B Building: 08:00-19:00 (Closed Sundays)
Where can I park when visiting Dongdaemun General Market?
You can park in the rooftop parking lot and underground parking lot of Dongdaemun General Market.
Which subway station is closest to Dongdaemun General Market?
The nearest station is Dongdaemun Station on Lines 1 and 4 (Exits 8 and 9). Exit 9 is connected to Dongdaemun General Market underground. For more transportation information, including bus details, please check the website below: Dongdaemun General Market Transportation Guide
Visitor Information
- Phone number: 02-2262-0114
- Website: View website
- Website languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese
- Hours: Vary by store
- Closed: Closed all day on the 2nd and 4th Sundays (on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays, only the bridal goods and home interior stores operate partially); closed during summer vacation, Chuseok, Lunar New Year, and New Year’s Day
- Address: 03198, 272 Jongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Jongno 6-ga, Dongdaemun General Market New Building)
- Transportation: Dongdaemun Station Exit 9 on Subway Line 1/4, 141m
Source: 동대문 종합시장