# Dongdaemun General Market Canonical: https://ai.gloshell.com/blog/en/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide Language: en Published: 2026-05-11T23:48:43.991Z Updated: 2026-05-12T10:38:10.000Z Categories: Seoul Shopping Tags: Seoul Tour, Seoul, Fabric, Dongdaemun General Market, traditional market, fashion, Things to Do in Seoul, Seoul Tourism, Shopping Street, Culture, Shopping, Seoul shopping, Flea market, Market, Seoul Travel, clothing, Shopping Mall Products: None Summary: 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. ## Content 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. ![동대문 종합시장](https://gloshellai.s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/blog/visitseoul/20260512/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide/visitseoul-dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide-01.webp) ![동대문 종합시장 내부의 모습입니다. 해당 층은 의류 재료를 파는 곳으로 각종 원단과 한복이 진열되어 있습니다.](https://gloshellai.s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/blog/visitseoul/20260512/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide/visitseoul-dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide-02.webp) ![동대문 종합시장2](https://gloshellai.s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/blog/visitseoul/20260512/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide/visitseoul-dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide-03.webp) ![동대문 종합시장3](https://gloshellai.s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/blog/visitseoul/20260512/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide/visitseoul-dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide-04.webp) ![동대문종합시장 액세서리상가](https://gloshellai.s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/blog/visitseoul/20260512/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide/visitseoul-dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide-05.webp) ![동대문 종합시장5](https://gloshellai.s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/uploads/blog/visitseoul/20260512/dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide/visitseoul-dongdaemun-general-market-fabric-shopping-guide-06.webp) ## 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](http://www.ddm-mall.com/) - 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 ::google-map{query="Dongdaemun General Market Seoul" title="Google Maps: Dongdaemun General Market Seoul"} Source: [동대문 종합시장](https://korean.visitseoul.net/shopping/%EB%8F%99%EB%8C%80%EB%AC%B8-%EC%A2%85%ED%95%A9%EC%8B%9C%EC%9E%A5/KOP000170) ## Related - [Not Myeongdong or Hongdae: Tourists Are Heading to CU in Seongsu](https://ai.gloshell.com/blog/en/cu-seongsu-dessert-park-k-snack-guide) - [Seongsu-dong Food and Photo Spots Guide, Seoul Must-Visit](https://ai.gloshell.com/blog/en/seongsu-food-citywalk-hidden-shops-guide) - [Sulwhasoo Flagship Store](https://ai.gloshell.com/blog/en/sulwhasoo-flagship-store-seoul-guide) - [MUSINSA STANDARD Hongdae](https://ai.gloshell.com/blog/en/musinsa-standard-hongdae-store-guide) - [Gentle Monster Hongdae Flagship Store](https://ai.gloshell.com/blog/en/gentle-monster-hongdae-flagship-store)